Music

Los Angeles -- Federal authorities in the United States, cracking down on film piracy, said they forced nine bootleg movie Web sites off the Internet.

New York -- U.S. singer and actress Jennifer Hudson says she keeps her late mother close to her heart as she cares for her 11-month-old son, David.

London -- Eight of John Lennon's solo albums and other recordings have been digitally remastered in honor of the late British musician's 70th birthday, EMI Music said.

Seattle -- Seattle Symphony Orchestra officials say French conductor Ludovic Morlot is to take over as music director designate for the 2010-11 season.

Burbank, Calif. -- Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson has recorded an album providing his take on the American standards of George Gershwin, Walt Disney Records said Tuesday.

Los Angeles -- Bill Aucoin, KISS's original manager, has died of complications from a battle with prostate cancer, the U.S. rock band said on its Web site Monday.

Los Angeles -- Will.I.Am says a published report claiming the Black Eyed Peas are close to breaking up is "all lies."

Toronto -- Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman of "Slumdog Millionaire" fame says he is postponing the remaining North American dates of his current concert tour.

Los Angeles -- Grammy-winning recording artist Sarah McLachlan says she feels bad for Miley Cyrus, given recent public criticism of the U.S. teen pop star.

Los Angeles -- Joe Jackson's lawyer said he filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Los Angeles Friday against his late son Michael's personal physician, court records show.