Music

Bennington, Vt. -- Bill Dixon, a leader of the avant-garde jazz scene in the 1960s, died at his home in Vermont at the age of 87, a spokesman said.

St. Louis -- This week marks the premier of a U.S. opera version of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" that some leaders in the field see becoming the next "Nutcracker."

Los Angeles -- "Glee: The Music, Journey to Regionals" is No. 1 on the U.S. album chart, Billboard.com reported Wednesday.

In a move that disappointed thousands of rapper Drake, and pop band Hanson fans, the organizers canceled the free New York City concert Tuesday evening.

Well known for taking the cat out of the bag, Perez Hilton may find himself in hot soup.

New York -- Pop performer Prince is to be presented with a lifetime achievement honor at the upcoming BET Awards show in Los Angeles, organizers said Tuesday.

Varina, Va. -- Country music star and sausage entrepreneur Jimmy Dean is to be interred in a piano-shaped mausoleum on his property in Varina, Va., CMT.com reported.

Santa Monica, Calif.-- The Gin Blossoms plan to release a new album and embark on an extensive U.S. concert tour, 429 Records announced.

Nashville -- Country music star Taylor Swift met with fans for nearly 15 hours at the CMA Music Festival at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, organizers said.

New York -- Comic actor Chris Tucker is expected to accept an award on the late Michael Jackson's behalf at the Apollo Theater's annual spring benefit concert in New York.