MTV.com News — Katelyn Epperly also shines on Wednesday night.By Eric Ditzian Crystal Bowersox performs on "American Idol" on Wednesday Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images Just when we started to get anxious that the ninth season of "American Idol" woul... more info

All About Jazz — When noted bluesman Guitar Shorty blazes into Harvelle's nightclub in Santa Monica on Saturday, he'll come armed with his trademark fiery ax and a crack backup band. He'll also be packing a new CD, "Bare Knuckle," chockfull of fresh blues tunes seemi... more info

All About Jazz — One of the most recorded bassists in history, she has a purported 10,000-plus tracks to her credit You may not know Carol Kaye's name, but you know her work. You've probably heard at least a few dozen examples, and all the words, too. She spent th... more info

Guardian Music — Barack Obama joins musicians on stage at end of White House bash celebrating music of civil rights eraBarack Obama last night hosted a celebration of the music of the civil rights era, describing it as "a movement with a soundtrack".The president ack... more info

Cross Rhythms — Sam Cooke, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley on new compilation more info

MTV.com News — Lone Star State tryouts produce a whopping 31 golden tickets.By Gil Kaufman Joe Jonas guest-judges on "American Idol" Wednesday Photo: Fox Things couldn't have been much worse in Dallas than they were in Los Angeles on Tuesday night. After... more info

MTV.com News — A familiar face gets a third chance and guest judge Shania Twain compliments one contestant's 'bottom end.'By James Montgomery Katelyn Epperly tries out for "American Idol" in Chicago Photo: Fox On Wednesday night (January 19), "American I... more info

All About Jazz — Features tracks from The Emotions, Irma Thomas, Sam Moore, Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings, James Hunter and The Quantic Soul Orchestra Putumayo's newest release, Rhythm and Blues, features first generation soul legends and rising stars of the retro ... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — The PBS series takes a respectful look at the life and death of the silky smooth singer, first in gospel and then in pop. Pop music has rarely sounded more ele... more info

Streetkiss Music — Every time I call You tell me that you soon come I call you on the phone You tell me that you soon come Peter Tosh - Soon Come The Harder They Come (musical) Salut à tous et bonne année 2010 !! Oui, bon, je sais, j'ai pris un peu de retard ... more info