Guardian Music — Noriko Ogawa: Special Japan Appeal Concert, LondonThough she's London-based these days, pianist Noriko Ogawa was back in Tokyo, where she studied, when the devastating earthquake and tsunami struck Japan two weeks ago. "I was in two minds about going... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Contemporary and classic hits from John Lennon, Justin Bieber, Bob Dylan, U2, Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry, Josh Groban and nearly three dozen other acts have been gathered on “Songs for Japan,” a new compilation that will generate fu... more info

ContactMusic — Bosses at music giant Mercury Records are to stop producing singles on vinyl and CD, sparking fears the digital revolution is killing off traditional song releases. Heads of the label, home to acts including Sir Paul MCCartney, U2,... more info

The Telegraph — The record label, home to U2 and Arcade Fire, will now rely almost entirely on downloads. more info

Gigwise — Mercury to rely on downloads... more info

NME — Record label set to rely on downloads instead more info

Guardian Music — As Neil McCormick finally opens up about his relationship with U2, what other rock critic glitterati might see Tinsel Town calling?Neil McCormick's reluctance to talk about his close friendship with U2 has long been a source of wonderment to his prof... more info

NME — Singer takes detour after wife's birthday bash more info

ContactMusic — U2, Justin Bieber and Rihanna are to donate tracks for a charity album for victims of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami. The pop trio are being joined by a host of other acts - including Bon Jovi and Nicki Minaj - to create the download only alb... more info

People.com — Lady Gaga may also join, as Universal Music artists hope to be ready this week more info