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Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Jurors see dueling portraits of Michael Jackson on 1st day of civil trial over singer's death

Saturday, April 13, 2013  "BamaJam 2013" was officially put on hold Saturday morning as promoters announced the event had been suspended.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  Students at 8th Street Middle School in Tifton had the chance to hear the story of a country music star firsthand on Tuesday.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Luke Bryan's title changed from host of the Academy of Country Music Awards to the show's top winner after he was named Entertainer of the Year Sunday night.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Luke Bryan heard his name called at the end of the Academy of Country Music Awards, accepted the entertainer of the year trophy and then things became a blur.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  Thursday and Friday, bands and choruses from around the area will be traveling to Lamar Reese Elementary school to perform for the students.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  Sheriff's deputies investigate neighbor's claim of battery, threats by Justin Bieber

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Simon & Garfunkel song among 25 recordings chosen for preservation at Library of Congress

Saturday, March 16, 2013  Updated with video; The Albany Symphony Orchestra teamed up with Dougherty and Lee County school systems to provide students with a hands-on musical experience.

Sunday, March 10, 2013  Updated with video; Albany's second annual, "Soul Fest" has made its way to the Civic Center downtown bringing in record setting numbers.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to open exhibit focusing on 50 years of The Rolling Stones

Monday, February 18, 2013  Country star Mindy McCready dies in apparent suicide after chart-topping career, stormy life

Monday, February 11, 2013  Mumford & Sons, Gotye, fun. and Black Keys win big at divergent Grammy Awards

Friday, January 25, 2013  Updated with video; After a day in the woods, quail hunters took time to enjoy dinner and music at the Albany Civic Center.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  The popular rock and blues duo has been vigiliant about protecting its music from commercialization.