Brandi Carlile, the "underdog," surrounded by love
Long a best-kept secret, the favorite musician of the "cool kids" has been preparing for her time in the spotlight her whole life
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Yola performs "Faraway Look"
Growing up in Bristol, England, British singer Yola was fascinated by her mother's record collection and by age 4, knew she wanted to be a performer. She started singing in nightclubs and with several bands before striking out on her own including a breakout performance at this month's South by Southwest festival. Now, she's released a critically acclaimed debut album "Walk Through Fire."
Yola performs "Love All Night (Work All Day)"
Growing up in Bristol, England, British singer Yola was fascinated by her mother's record collection and by age 4, knew she wanted to be a performer. She started singing in nightclubs and with several bands before striking out on her own including a breakout performance at this month's South by Southwest festival. Now, she's released a critically acclaimed debut album "Walk Through Fire."
Yola performs "Ride Out In The Country"
Growing up in Bristol, England, British singer Yola was fascinated by her mother's record collection and by age 4, knew she wanted to be a performer. She started singing in nightclubs and with several bands before striking out on her own including a breakout performance at this month's South by Southwest festival. Now, she's released a critically acclaimed debut album "Walk Through Fire."
Jay-Z, Cyndi Lauper, "Schoolhouse Rock" added to National Recording Registry
Library of Congress' list of recordings to be preserved for future generations includes music by Cab Calloway and Earth Wind & Fire, the Broadway musical "Hair," and the radio series "Gunsmoke" (with audio samples)
Dick Dale dead at 81
Guitarist Dick Dale, who was known for songs like "Miserlou," has died. He was 81 years old. "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor takes a look back at his life.
Dick Dale, "The King of the Surf Guitar," has died at age 83
Dale liked to say it was he and not the Beach Boys who invented surf music — and some critics have said he was right
Almanac: Nat King Cole
The singer with an "unforgettable" voice was born on March 17, 1919
An eccentric millionaire's home that plays its own tune
Charles Brown III left behind a mansion that was museum-worthy, from its secret passages to the more than 140 antique music-making machines
SONTALK: "The One Who Breaks Your Heart"
SONTALK is the project of acclaimed Nashville singer-songwriter Joseph LeMay, who burst onto the scene last April with the release of a self-titled EP. It garnered critical praise and over a million streams right out of the gate. His debut album, "Stay Wild," was released Friday and is already receiving rave reviews.
SONTALK performs "Baby, I'm Gone"
SONTALK is the project of acclaimed Nashville singer-songwriter Joseph LeMay, who burst onto the scene last April with the release of a self-titled EP. It garnered critical praise and over a million streams right out of the gate. His debut album, "Stay Wild," was released Friday and is already receiving rave reviews.
SONTALK performs "I Am A War Machine"
SONTALK is the project of acclaimed Nashville singer-songwriter Joseph LeMay, who burst onto the scene last April with the release of a self-titled EP. It garnered critical praise and over a million streams right out of the gate. His debut album, "Stay Wild," was released Friday and is already receiving rave reviews.
Nelly, TLC and Flo Rida announce joint summer tour
Famous R&B and rap singers Nelly, TLC and Flo Rida will stage a concert tour this summer
Clive Davis reflects on Aretha Franklin
Some of the biggest names in music are honoring the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. As part of a special airing Sunday night, Brandi Carlile, Andra Day, Alessia Cara and others pay tribute to the late Franklin for "Aretha: A GRAMMY Celebration For The Queen Of Soul." The special was co-produced by Clive Davis who was close friends with the legendary singer for four decades. Anthony Mason reports.
"Ain't Too Proud": The Temptations' story comes to Broadway
A new musical recreates the era of the Motown greats
Fabulous portraits of the cast of "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations"
A new jukebox musical debuts on Broadway, recreating the era of the legendary Motown group
Trendy SXSW festival is a battleground for 2020 Democrats
"Much of what is discussed this weekend could end up being fine-tuned for voters in the early primary states," says CBS News' Ed O'Keefe
Durand Jones & The Indications perform
Durand Jones & The Indications is a band with a soulful sound well beyond their years. In 2016, with just a few hundred dollars, they managed to record their self-titled debut album and both word-of-mouth and their live shows helped make it a success. Just last week, they released their much-anticipated follow-up, "American Love Call."
Durand Jones & The Indications perform
Durand Jones & The Indications is a band with a soulful sound well beyond their years. In 2016, with just a few hundred dollars, they managed to record their self-titled debut album and both word-of-mouth and their live shows helped make it a success. Just last week, they released their much-anticipated follow-up, "American Love Call."
Durand Jones & The Indications perform
Durand Jones & The Indications is a band with a soulful sound well beyond their years. In 2016, with just a few hundred dollars, they managed to record their self-titled debut album and both word-of-mouth and their live shows helped make it a success. Just last week, they released their much-anticipated follow-up, "American Love Call."
"Don't Silence Me" video condemns sexual assault
Actor Mhairi Morrison produced a music video titled "Don't Silence Me" that condemns sexual assault. The video was released Tuesday as an anthem for sexual assault survivors ahead of International Women's Day on March 8. Morrison and one survivor featured in the video, Lili Bernard, join CBSN to discuss.
Keith Flint, lead singer of The Prodigy, found dead
The band, who were due to tour the U.S. in May, confirmed his death in a statement, remembering Flint as a "true pioneer, innovator and legend"
Passage: André Previn
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the composer, conductor, pianist and music director who died this past week after a lifetime of crossing musical boundaries
Jonas Brothers drop new music video
The boy band is back – except now, one is a married father of two, one is a newlywed, and one is engaged
Lady Gaga responds to Bradley Cooper romance rumors
"Yes, people saw love and guess what? That's what we wanted you to see"
Entertainment
David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
New details in case against singer D4vd
Musician D4vd was in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday as prosecutors laid out a timeline and highlighted new details in their case against him in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Warning, the details in this story are disturbing.
Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Justin Hartley gives "Tracker" preview
"Tracker" star Justin Hartley reveals how he feels about the upcoming finale of the third season of the show. He also discusses his wife making appearances in the series and the best advice he's received in the industry.
Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired over jokes made before correspondents' dinner
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
Eve Plumb reflects on life in the spotlight
Eve Plumb starred as middle child Jan Brady on the classic sitcom "The Brady Bunch." While reflecting on her career, she told "CBS Mornings" the beloved show "put me where I am today." Plumb also addressed "The Brady Bunch" not being an instant hit and why one of her iconic lines bothered her, which she discusses in her new memoir.
4/26: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: America's adversarial relationship with Cuba; singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves; Rep. Jim Clyburn; reviving a Welsh soccer town; tree lovers; artist Jenny Saville; and rescuing Venus fly traps.
Kacey Musgraves on writing lyrics: "There is no greater drug"
A couple of years ago, the Grammy-winner went home to East Texas to heal from a breakup. She talks about how her "Dry Spell" led to a creative monsoon – her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere."
Extended interview: Kacey Musgraves
In this web exclusive, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," a record inspired by loneliness following a breakup, and how she grew to feel empowered by the concept of liminal space.
Kacey Musgraves on "Middle of Nowhere"
A couple of years ago, Grammy-winner Kacey Musgraves went home to east Texas to heal from a breakup. She tells Anthony Mason that in writing her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," she learned how to embrace being alone. She also talks about the influence of her mentor, singer-songwriter John Prine, and how the emotions of her latest songs poured out of loneliness.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including acclaimed conductor Michael Tilson Thomas.
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GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds
The AI boom propped up U.S. economic growth in the first quarter, but inflation due to the Iran war is casting a cloud.
David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into escape of 10 inmates
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 felony counts after a probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in U.S. history, which occurred under her watch.
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GDP rose at 2% annual rate in first quarter as U.S. economy rebounds
The AI boom propped up U.S. economic growth in the first quarter, but inflation due to the Iran war is casting a cloud.
Oil prices hit wartime peak, with Brent crude touching $126 a barrel
Brent crude surged past $126 a barrel early Thursday, while U.S. gasoline prices jumped to $4.30 a gallon.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
Politics
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Janet Mills ends Senate campaign in Maine, paving way for Graham Platner
Maine Gov. Janet Mills' exit from the race all but assures Graham Platner will get the Democratic nomination to take on Sen. Susan Collins.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
Exclusive
Coast Guard operating in "crisis" as shutdown halts pay, strains missions overseas
The Coast Guard will run out of funding to pay personnel on May 1, with the first missed paychecks expected May 15.
RFK Jr.'s healthy food agenda puts hospitals on notice about patients' meals
The backlash was immediate after the Trump administration served notice that hospitals and nursing homes should limit sugary drinks and dietary supplements in favor of what HHS terms "real food."
House adopts Senate-approved budget resolution to unlock ICE funding
The budget blueprint is the first step in Republicans' two-pronged plan to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
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RFK Jr.'s healthy food agenda puts hospitals on notice about patients' meals
The backlash was immediate after the Trump administration served notice that hospitals and nursing homes should limit sugary drinks and dietary supplements in favor of what HHS terms "real food."
Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla off Greek coast, activists say
The Global Sumud Flotilla said 22 of its 58 vessels were "abducted," while the Israeli foreign ministry derided the convoy as a "condom flotilla."
U.K. pledges $34 million to fight antisemitism emergency after stabbing
The British government's terrorism prevention adviser describes anti-Jewish attacks as the "biggest national security emergency" since 2017.
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Iran war pushes oil prices to 4-year high as Hegseth to face lawmakers
Oil prices hit a 4-year high as Axios reports Trump will hear new options to try to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff with Iran with a new wave of attacks.
Divers find wreck of iconic U.S. ship torpedoed in WWI, killing 131
The sinking of the Coast Guard Cutter Tampa killed 131 people, making it the largest loss of life on any U.S. combat ship during the war.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
Entertainment
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David Allan Coe, singer who wrote "Take This Job and Shove It," dies at 86
David Allan Coe also had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others.
New details in case against singer D4vd
Musician D4vd was in a Los Angeles court on Wednesday as prosecutors laid out a timeline and highlighted new details in their case against him in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Warning, the details in this story are disturbing.
Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Tech companies post earnings amid bubble concerns
Four of the biggest tech companies reported earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday. Adam Levine, senior tech writer for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Comparing popular smartwatches right now
Smartwatches can measure everything from heart rate to step count, but which features are most accurate and are worth using? Vanessa Hand Orellana, CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
Musk testifies for 2nd day in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk testified for a second day on Wednesday in a trial that's pitting two tech titans against each other. Paresh Dave, senior writer at Wired, joins CBS News to discuss.
Science
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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New memo detail Cole Allen's movements
A memorandum filed in federal court on Wednesday includes details about Cole Allen's movements before his encounter with U.S. Secret Service officers at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
New Orleans sheriff indicted after investigation into escape of 10 inmates
Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson was indicted on 30 felony counts after a probe into one of the largest jailbreaks in U.S. history, which occurred under her watch.
New details on D.C. press dinner shooting
The Justice Department released a photo allegedly showing the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, roughly 30 minutes before he rushed past security at the event. CBS News' Sam Vinograd has more.
Prosecutors allege D4vd killed teen to silence her
Prosecutors on Wednesday alleged singer D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to silence her "before she ruined his music career." CBS News Los Angeles reporter Hunter Sowards has the latest.
Nick Reiner appears in court
Nick Reiner appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday, several weeks after pleading not guilty in the grisly death of his famous parents, Rob and Michelle Reiner. Carter Evans has more details.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Coast Guard chief on DHS shutdown
Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday spoke to CBS News' Nicole Sganga about dire conditions within the military branch during the current partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security.
Hegseth's Iran testimony gets heated
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is returning to Capitol Hill on Thursday after a tense day of testimony before lawmakers bombarding him with questions about the Iran war. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
New images of correspondents' dinner suspect
New images show Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, heavily armed minutes before allegedly storming the event on Saturday. It comes as more questions are raised about security. Matt Gutman reports.
Trump says he has upper hand in Iran war
President Trump says Iran's economy is on the brink of collapse as a stalemate plays out in the Strait of Hormuz, driving global oil and gas prices up. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
Louisiana congressional map struck down
The Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that Louisiana's congressional map, with two majority Black districts, is not legal. The decision weakens the landmark 1965 Voting Rights Act and could impact the upcoming midterm elections. Ed O'Keefe reports.