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Review: Rihanna gets dark and personal on 'Rated R'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:22:00 EST

Think of it as "Good Girl Gone Really Bad." The Rihanna of "Rated R" is dramatically different from the shimmery pop queen whose 2007 smash "Good Girl Gone Bad" churned out an astonishing eight singles.

Motown celebrates 50 years with hometown gala

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:42:00 EST

Detroit -- The birthplace of the Motown sound plans to make some more noise in honor of the record label's 50th anniversary.

Affordable Thanksgiving Eve parties are on tap

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Thanksgiving Eve traditionally is known as the biggest bar night of the year. This year, the economy probably won't stop anyone from going out. Whether you are partying downtown on Woodward or out in Wixom, this year's Thanksgiving Eve bashes are affordable.

Eminem adds bonus tracks for 'Relapse: Refill' release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:22:00 EST

The Detroit rapper is re-releasing his 2009 album "Relapse" on Dec. 21, according to various reports. "Relapse: Refill" will include "Relapse," as well as seven bonus tracks.

Chris Brown's future rests on music, luck

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Chris Brown hits the Royal Oak Music Theatre on Wednesday as part of his "Fan Appreciation" tour. The question remains whether Brown will be able to come back from the February incident where he assaulted then-girlfriend Rihanna, leaving her -- and his career -- bruised and bloodied. Here are three things Brown can do to salvage his once-promising career.

Detroit Science Center shows off its hip side with Science Rocks

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

If you think the Detroit Science Center is stuffy, dull or only for children -- think again. It is filled with cool exhibits with all-ages appeal; and yes, the trippy multicolored escalator is still there. The Science Center continues to push the envelope further tonight with its music-packed event, Science Rocks.

Win tickets to Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

A quick e-mail enters you in the drawing to win.

What's goin' on in Metro Detroit

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

Our picks and other happenings organized by categories such as music, visual arts/museums and film.

Small's in Hamtramck celebrates anniversary with a three-day bash

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:22:00 EST

At Small's Bar, no one cares about clothing labels, the car you drive or if you drive. The place is about live music and being one of the best neighborhood bars in Hamtramck. It's a simple formula, one that can probably be credited to the bar's 10-year lifespan.

Berlin Philharmonic gives splendid performance in Ann Arbor

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:22:00 EST

Great expectations preceded the Berlin Philharmonic's double turn through Brahms on Tuesday night at Hill Auditorium. The place was packed with some 3,500 zealous music lovers.