Kris Allen beamed with disbelief, shook his head as if to reject that this was really happening and struggled to find words. The fact that he'd just beaten rollicking vocal powerhouse Adam Lambert for the "American Idol" title wasn't going to sink in quickly for the unassuming underdog from Arkansas. The only downside to this stunning victory: He'd have to sing "No Boundaries" one more time. "Adam deserves this. I'm sorry, I don't even know what to feel right now. This is crazy," said the 23-year-old from Conway, Ark. ...more

May 21, 2009

Enter the Lee Ann Womack "Call Me Crazy" CD Sweepstakes. ...more

March 23, 2009

Enter the Lee Ann Womack "Call me Crazy" CD sweepstakes. ...more

March 23, 2009

Chris Brown, who was arrested a week ago in connection with a domestic violence investigation, said Sunday he is "sorry and saddened" by what happened and is seeking counseling from his pastor and loved ones. ...more

February 16, 2009

The last-minute absences of scheduled performers and nominees Chris Brown and Rihanna prompted some fast reshuffling at Sunday night's Grammy telecast, including a hastily put together ensemble performance by Justin Timberlake, Boyz II Men, Al Green and Keith Urban. ...more

February 9, 2009

BRAD PAISLEY: PLAY (Arista) *** On most Paisley albums, a musical Gettysburg usually takes place between the fleet-fingered guitarist and the aw-shucks vocalist. ...more

December 11, 2008

Before she was Carrie Underwood, American Idol, she was Carrie Underwood, also-ran. ...more

December 7, 2008

POP SINGLES 1. "I Kissed a Girl," Katy Perry 2. "Take a Bow," Rihanna ...more

August 8, 2008

POP SINGLES 1. "I Kissed a Girl," Katy Perry 2. "Take a Bow," Rihanna ...more

August 1, 2008

POP SINGLES 1. Low, Flo Rida featuring T-Pain 2. No One, Alicia Keys ...more

January 18, 2008