Virgin Mobile USA, creator of one of the largest and most critically acclaimed music festivals in the U.S., announced that Virgin Mobile FreeFest tickets have been scooped up.

Tens of thousands of music lovers are planning to trade recession blues for rock, folk, hip-hop, reggae and all manner of music at the Rothbury Festival.

When the Essence Music Festival kicks off in New Orleans on Friday, singer Lionel Richie says the celebration of black music and culture will provide some comfort following Michael Jackson's death.

The sale of the Double JJ Ranch & Resort in southwestern Michigan to an investment group has been finalized.

Chicago-based indie-pop performer Andrew Bird has been tapped as the opening headliner at this year's Forward Music Festival.