A developing story involves a lawsuit over a posthumous Michael Jackson album, which the plaintiff says includes vocals that aren't actually MJ's. Also today, we take a listen to new releases from Blood Orange, Interpol, Boygenius, and...Cher, covering ABBA.

A developing story involves a lawsuit over a posthumous Michael Jackson album, which the plaintiff says includes vocals that aren't actually MJ's. Also today, we take a listen to new releases from Blood Orange, Interpol, Boygenius, and...Cher, covering ABBA.

We're remembering Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ed King, who has died at 68. We also take a listen to a newly-released 'Imagine' demo, and watch Interpol's new music video starring Kristen Stewart. In other headlines, Aretha Franklin left no will; a prominent opera singer has been accused of sexual assault; and the white suit Michael Jackson wore on the cover of 'Thriller' has been replicated for sale.

We're remembering Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ed King, who has died at 68. We also take a listen to a newly-released 'Imagine' demo, and watch Interpol's new music video starring Kristen Stewart. In other headlines, Aretha Franklin left no will; a prominent opera singer has been accused of sexual assault; and the white suit Michael Jackson wore on the cover of 'Thriller' has been replicated for sale. [Songs sampled: Jahzzar - Comedie (CC BY SA 4.0), BoxCat Games - Against the Wall (CC BY 3.0), Michael Jackson - Thriller, John Lennon - Imagine (demo), Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama, Interpol - If You Really Love Nothing]

Spike Lee has directed a video for a Prince song featured in 'BlacKkKlansman'; Mick Jagger/Carly Simon duet has been discovered after 45 years; music/golf star Don Cherry has died at 94. Also in today's news: a Nicki Minaj tour cancellation; Gretchen Wilson was arrested; and J.J. Abrams is launching a record label.

A Mick Jagger/Carly Simon duet has been discovered after 45 years; music/golf star Don Cherry has died at 94; and Spike Lee has directed a video for a Prince song featured in _BlacKkKlansman_. Also in today's news: a Nicki Minaj tour cancellation; Gretchen Wilson was arrested; and J.J. Abrams is launching a record label. [Songs sampled in podcast: Jahzzar - "Comedie" (CC BY SA 4.0), BoxCat Games - "Against the Wall" (CC BY 3.0), "Jabba Flow" - Cantina theme - Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Carly Simon - You're So Vain, Don Cherry - Band of Gold, Mr. Clean commercial, Prince - Mary Don't You Weep]

Bob Dylan's getting sued over his whiskey logo, and that's the least of what's going down in the music world today. MTV's Video Music Awards were filled with head-scratching moments, Nicki Minaj is accusing Spotify of favoritism, a Funk Brother has died at 82, and Chance the Rapper is in a new movie trailer - plus, Pete Doherty ate a lot of breakfast. Like, a lot.

Bob Dylan's getting sued over his whiskey logo, and that's the least of what's going down in the music world today. MTV's Video Music Awards were filled with head-scratching moments, Nicki Minaj is accusing Spotify of favoritism, a Funk Brother has died at 82, and Chance the Rapper is in a new movie trailer -- plus, Pete Doherty ate a lot of breakfast. Like, a lot. [Songs sampled: Jahzzar - Comedie (CC BY SA 4.0); BoxCat Games - Against The Wall (CC BY 3.0); The Marvelettes - Please Mr. Postman; Bob Dylan - Knockin' On Heaven's Door; 'Slice' trailer; Donnie Trumpet & the Social Experiment - Sunday Candy; Maluma - Felices Los 4; Jesse Spillane - Ruffling Feathers (CC By SA 4.0)]

The Eagles' 'Greatest Hits 1971-75' is now the all-time best-selling album; Lana Del Rey is defending her decision to book a show in Israel; and a public viewing is announced for Aretha Franklin. Also in today's news, Paul Oakenfold will play the first show at Stonehenge and Jack White says Tom Waits stole his watch. Plus, Lil Yachty and Donny Osmond sing the praises of canned ravioli.

The Eagles' 'Greatest Hits 1971-75' is now the all-time best-selling album; Lana Del Rey is defending her decision to book a show in Israel; and Marilyn Manson suffers onstage collapse. Also in today's news, Paul Oakenfold will play the first show at Stonehenge and Jack White says Tom Waits stole his watch. Plus, Lil Yachty and Donny Osmond sing the praises of canned ravioli. Songs sampled in this episode: Jahzzar - Comedie (CC BY SA 4.0) Box Cat Games - Against The Wall (CC BY 3.0) Spinal Tap - Stonehenge Box Cat Games - Mt Fox Shop (CC BY 3.0) Eagles - Hotel California UnCan - Keeping Track (CC BY-NC 4.0) Lil Yachty & Donny Osmond; Beats by 30 Roc - Start the Par-Dee