Day-By-Day: The Obama Inauguration Music Guide
The official Presidential Inauguration kick-off event featuring Bono and Bruce Springsteen on Jan. 18 is one of dozens of Washington D.C. bashes celebrating President-elect Barack Obama's Jan. 20 swearing-in.   Aretha Franklin, the Dead, Beyonce, Death Cab For Cute and the Beastie Boys are among the diverse lineup of artists performing at the 10 official inaugural balls and a slew of other unofficial galas and concerts.   Below is an extensive schedule of inaugural events featuring music. All

Bono, Bruce, Beyonce To Play Inaugural Concert
Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Bono and more than a dozen other music stars will kick off Barack Obama's presidential inaugural festivities by performing at the opening celebration at Washington D.C.'s Lincoln Memorial on Jan. 18. The free event, which is open to the public, will also be broadcast on HBO.

Beyonce & Bono to Play for Barack
Beyonce and Bono will headline the group of entertainers slated to kick off Barack Obama’s presidential inaugural festivities in Washington D.C. next Sunday during the “We are One” celebration. Garth Brooks, Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban, James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen and Usher will also be performing, among others. Beyonce will also be singing for [...]

Beyonce & Usher To Headline Free Inaugration Concert
Beyonce, Usher and Mary J Blige are some of the stars who will be leading Barack Obama's presidential inaugration celebrations next week.

HBO Canada to air Obama concert
TORONTO - HBO Canada will be the exclusive broadcaster in Canada for the concert celebration of Barack Obama's inauguration as U.S. president. "We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration" will air live on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. ET. Taking place on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, the event will be attended by president-elect Obama and Vice President-elect Biden. Musical performers scheduled include Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Bono, Garth Brooks,

Obama's Inauguration Packed With Celebs
Geez, the upcoming Jan. 20th Inauguration is really getting out of control! Not only is it a hugely historial moment for The United States, but it sure is getting A-List celeb appearances left and right! Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, Stevie Wonder and Garth Brooks have joined a diverse lineup of musicians who will perform at Obama's Jan. 18 welcome concert on the National Mall. Bruce and Beyonce?! We'll take it.Also set to appear are Bono, Josh Groban, Mary J. Blige, will.i.am, John Mellencamp and Shakira, w

Springsteen rocks Obama rally in Philly (AP)
AP - Bruce Springsteen called the Bush presidency "a disaster" and said many Americans have "justifiably lost faith" in the American dream.

Beyonce, Bruce set for inauguration gig
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 (UPI) -- Beyonce, Bruce Springsteen, U2, Mary J. Blige and Garth Brooks have agreed to perform at a Washington concert celebrating Barack Obama's inauguration.

'The Boss' on to Michigan to do more rocking for Obama
For the second straight day, Bruce Springsteen sang a few songs and urged thousands of potential voters in a battleground state ...

Bruce Springsteen Performs At Free Concert In Support Of Barack Obama
Bruce Springsteen AKA “The Boss” called the Bush presidency “a disaster” and said many American people have “justifiably lost faith” in the American dream. He took some time out during his seven-song acoustic set at a voter-registration rally in Philadelphia on Saturday...Full Article @ the dishing diva Comment Share Email Post Your Comment

Golden Globe Awards Recap: From Slums To Glory!
Well, the Golden Globes were back after taking a year off because of the WGA strike, and they didn't disappoint. Most people know the Globes aren't that important and that the Hollywood Foreign Press doesn't always vote for skill over bang, but they did a decent job tonight. Instead of going through and listing off everything that won, here's the movie categories, some of which may or may not have some Oscar implications in the near future. In music: Best Song went to Bruce Springsteen for his song The Wr

Springsteen slams Bush 'disaster'
Bruce Springsteen has called the Bush presidency "a disaster" and says many Americans have "justifiably lost faith" in the American dream.

A message from Bruce Springsteen.
I’ve spent 35 years writing about America, its people, and the meaning of the American Promise. The Promise that was handed down to us, right here in this city from our founding fathers, with one instruction: Do your best to make these things real: opportunity, equality, social and economic justice, a fair shake for all of our citizens, the American idea, as a positive influence, around the world for a more just and peaceful existence. These are the things that give our lives hope, shape, and meaning.

Bruce Springsteen Rocks For Obama In Phila.
Rocker Bruce Springsteen performed a brief solo set in Philadelphia Saturday to promote Democrat Barack Obama's presidential campaign.... <a href="http://www.postchronicle.com/news/entertainment/article_212176579.shtml"><b>More</b>

Bruce Springsteen rallies for Obama with three-date mini-tour
Rocker Bruce Springsteen began a three-day free tour to support US presidential candidate Barack Obama at the weekend.

Celebs Line Up to be Part of Obama's Inauguration
the Presidential Inaugural Committee will be sponsoring is "We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial," which will be a 90-minute concert beginning Sunday at 2 p.m. HBO will air the historical performances at 7 p.m. that evening. Scheduled to appear at "We Are One": U2 , Beyoncé , Mary J. Blige , Bruce Springsteen , Usher , Will.I.Am , John Mellencamp , Shakira , Garth Brooks , Sheryl Crow , Josh Groban , Herbie Hancock , John Legend , Heather Head

HBO, MTV Change Inauguration TV Plans
HBO and MTV are adjusting their telecast plans as Tuesday’s inauguration of President-elect Obama draws near. On Sunday night, HBO had been planning to telecast the opening event of the inauguration, an afternoon combined concert and reading at the Lincoln Memorial. The musical performers for the event include Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Garth Brooks, John Mellencamp, Pete Seeger, Stevie Wonder, will.i.am and James Taylor. Historical passages will be read by Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington,

Bruce Springsteen adds two more Obama shows
Bruce Springsteen's support of Barack Obama is growing by the day as he continues to add shows to raise funds and awareness for the Democrat.

Beyonce to Sing for Obamas’ First Dance
Beyonce Knowles has landed the much-sought-after gig of singing for Barack and Michelle Obama’s first dance on inauguration night Tuesday. But … event organizers are keeping the song she’s singing completely secret until the actual performance. All I have to say about this is: Was Danity Kane already booked? Because I think they should have performed [...]

Beyonce to sing 'At Last' for Obamas
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (UPI) -- Beyonce has told "Entertainment Tonight" she will sing the classic song "At Last" for Barack and Michelle Obama on Inauguration Night in Washington.

Beyonce to perform during the Obama's first dance as 'first family'
Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, will dance their first dance as Mr. and Mrs. President on Tuesday night to the tunes of Beyonce Knowles. The new first-family chose Beyonce to sing the first song after Obama is inaugurated. What song will Beyonce belt out? That's the big surprise. "It is our hope that we can keep the song secret until the moment," said spokeswoman Linda Douglass. Beyonce is part of the lineup at the official Neighborhood Ball that will be televised on ABC. She'll be joined by

Beyonce To Sing First Song At Inaugural Ball
The "Cadillac Records" star will sing the first song, Etta James ' "At Last," as newly sworn-in President Barack Obama arrives on the dance floor at the Neighborhood Inaugural Ball. VIEW THE PHOTOS: Presidential Posh: A Look Back At Inaugural Style History "I am so honored that I will be performing for President Obama and the First Lady," Beyonce told Access in a statement. "To sing 'At Last' while they have their first dance is a dream come true. I could not be more honored and exci

Beyonce Can't Keep Her Trap Shut
Earlier I posted thatBeyonce will sing the first dance between Barack and Michelle Obama on inaugural night. The head bitch of the Presidential Inaugural Committee said they were trying to keep it a secret. Well, Beyonce must have ate the memo on accident or something, because she let the secret out.She issued a statement about it to Entertainment Tonight: "I am so honored that I will be performing for President Obama and the First Lady. To sing 'At Last' while they have their first dance is a dream come tr

I Hope She Does "Single Ladies"
The Associated Press has confirmed that Beyonce will sing Barack and Michelle Obama's first dance on inauguration night. That's if Solange doesn't break out of the basement, hitchhike to DC and throw spaghetti sauce all over Sasha Fierce so that Aretha Franklin will mistake her for the main course. And then Solange will magically perform in her place.A rep for the Presidential Inaugration Committee wouldn't say what she's going to sing, "It is our hope that we can keep the song secret until the moment."I re