Guardian Music — As a nation, we haven't warmed much to country and western – but are the Avett Brothers the ones to change all that, asks Alexis PetridisYou never feel more British than when perusing the Billboard Country Chart. It's packed with people you've... more info

All About Jazz — Legendary Rock Photographer Jim Marshall Dies at 74 Legendary rock photographer Jim Marshall passed away in his sleep last night (March 23, 2010) in a New York hotel room. He was 74 years old. Marshall is one of the most famous and most talented ... more info

Jim Marshall, who captured some of rock & roll's most unforgettable images including Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar at Monterey and Johnny Cash flipping the bird at San Quentin died in his sleep. more info

All About Jazz — Rock and jazz photographer Jim Marshall died in his sleep Tuesday. Cause of death was unknown. He was 74. The stocky, pugnacious Marshall was best known for his iconic pictures of such rockers as the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin ... more info

Rolling Stone — Bob Dylan photographed in New York City, 1963.Photograph © Jim Marshall Jim Marshall, the photographer who captured some of rock & roll’s most unforgettable images including photos of Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar at Monterey Pop and John... more info

The 9513 Country Music — No other country music artist–past or present–has had a bigger impact on this reviewer than the Man in Black. With that said, I can’t help but share that there were some major fears and trepidations when it was announced that there would b... more info

MTV.com News — On 'American Idol,' Bowersox earned big praise for singing Janis Joplin's posthumous hit.By Kyle Anderson Crystal Bowersox performs on "American Idol" on Wednesday Photo: Ray Mickshaw / FOX Once again, one of the highlights of Tuesday night... more info

CMT — I think Cowboy Jack Clement is a cool guy for a lot of reasons, but most recently he can claim the distinction of writing "Guess Things Happen That Way," an old Johnny Cash song that made headlines last month for being the billionth download on iTune... more info

MVSW — House of Pain ~ “Jump Around” A little House of Pain for Saint Patrick’s Day. Samples: Bob and Earl ~ “Harlem Shuffle“ Lowell Fulson ~ “Tramp“ Jeanne & The Darlings ~ “Soul Girl“ Prince ~ “Get Off“ (link) Lou Donaldson ~ “... more info

Spinner.com — Rocky Votolato is a singer-songwriter raised in Dallas and Seattle, both homes to groundbreaking music scenes. Votolato talked with Spinner about his music and returning to SXSW for the third time. How would you describe your sound in your own words... more info