KNVA TV, Austin TX — Singer Dionne Warwick said Tuesday it's only fair to make radio stations pay royalties to performers -herself included- when they broadcast music. more info

All About Jazz — If the arrival of the Beatles in February 1964 marked a turning point in jazz's commercial viability, then the recording of Alfie by Cilla Black in 1965 was the sound of the door slamming shut. Written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David for the U.S. rel... more info

Guardian Music — Post-Glee, it's not unusual for two versions of the same song to duke it out. But, asks Priya Elan, who remembers the other Blame It On The Boogie?There's a chequered history of different artists releasing the same song and battling it out for chart ... more info

Stereogum — Burt Bacharach is both one of the most accomplished and beloved songwriters in pop music and this guy. This April, O'Rourke will release a far more dignified tribute to Bacharach titled All Kinds of People (via 24Bit). O'Rourke played many instrum... more info

MTV.com News — For the Haiti-benefiting remake, Mary J. Blige channels Tina Turner and Celine Dion includes a Cyndi Lauper-esque vocal run.By Maura Johnston Lil Wayne performs at the "We Are The World 25 Years for Haiti" Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage "We... more info

Detroit Free Press — DIONNE WARWICK: Svelte vocals and timeless traditional pop from one of the genre's enduring performers. 8 tonight, Sound Board at MotorCity Casino-Hotel, 2901 Grand River, Detroit. 313-237-7711. $36, $40. more info

Detroit Free Press — Twins Ryan and Gary Jarman lead English band The Cribs into Ferndale on night three of the group's latest U.S. tour. more info

Guardian Music — A towering example of Paul MacInnes' abilities, the pick of this week looks at beginnings with distinct elements and main riffsIf there is any one quality I have brought to the game of Readers Recommend since becoming its steward, it's the following:... more info

Guardian Music — Last week was all about a cry for help. This time we want you to suggest songs about reaching maturitySometimes I feel like a motherless child. Particularly when my mum is on the phone telling me off for not remembering my aunt's birthday. Fortunatel... more info

Twangville — Anybody recall “That’s What Friends Are For” featuring Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder and Elton John? I don’t know if this recent collaboration between Cracker and Patterson Hood qualifies as the modern day version, but who wou... more info