To help promote TV On The Radio's forthcoming album, 'Return To Cookie Mountain,' several humorous videos were made and posted on YouTube, featuring a handful of scenes taped in Williamsburg, New York (the home of one staff worker). More videos

Having brought you a first look at up-and-comer PJ Morton a few weeks back, PJ Morton recently sat down with Ronnie Herel (BBC) on the "Uptown Athems" show. You can listen to the interview here . However, it will only be up until this Sunday, so be sure to take a listen while you can.

After playing a rare show at this year's Coachella, Massive Attack have recently announced that they will set out on their first North American tour in eight years. See below for confirmed dates. Tour Dates 09-10 Toronto, Ontario - V Festival 09-11 Montreal, Quebec - Metropolis 09-12 Detroit, MI - State Theater 09-13 Chicago, IL - Riviera Theater 09-15 Houston, TX - Verizon Wireless Theater 09-16 Austin, TX - Austin City Limits Festival 09-17 Dallas, TX - Nokia Theater 09-19...

In case you weren't able to make it or arrived too late, here is a nice clip of Seu Jorge performing at this year's Giant Step Central Park SummerStage Show that we found on YouTube. Pictures will be up shortly as well.

With additional dates added to Gnarls Barkley's world tour a few weeks back, it looks like even more dates have recently been added. One date in particular that should please many, is their return to NYC as they set out to play at Central Park SummerStage on August 17th. Tour Dates 07.18.06 - San Francisco, CA (Fillmore) 07.19.06 - San Francisco, CA (Fillmore) 07.20.06 - Costa Mesa, CA (Pacific Amphitheater) 07.23.06 - Los Angeles, CA (Avalon) 07.24.06 - Los Angeles, CA...

After battling it out with alternative rock outfit Dashboard Confessional, India.Arie claimed the #1 spot on The Billboard 200 with 'Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship' selling 161,000 copies in its first week in the United States. Her last album, 2002's 'Voyage To India,' debuted at No. 6 with 109,000.

What began as one of London's popular club residency nights has become and grown into England's livest summer event for funk, soul, and dance. Outgrowing its previous venues and now in its 3rd year, the Lovebox Festival 2006 boasts a roster that would make any non-European a bit jealous. Taking place the weekend of July 22 - 23 in Victoria Park (East London), the headliners on Saturday are no other than festival creators and chillout kings, Groove Armada. They will be joined on the main...

Corinne Bailey Rae is doing it and doing it well. The beauty from the UK released her self titled album on June 20th, and it debuted on the US Billboard 200 at an impressive #17. The album has had success overseas, as it was certified platinum in Ireland and double platinum in the UK. Called talented, mesmerizing and refreshing by American journalists, Bae is solidifying that there is a definite place for her voice among the soul-divas of the US.

With their new album in stores this week the Heavies will be the musical guests on Kimmel tonight. Check it out on ABC at 12:05 AM (EST) or get those TiVo's ready.

So for those of you who, like me, prefer not to spend the 4th dodging vigilante fireworks displays and crowds with picnic baskets - here are some smaller-scale opportunities to stay out of the fray and take in some music. Brooklyn Rooftop Show If you’re in the mood for something out of the way, hip, and underground-ish - The bands playing are definitely of the true indie variety, which can be risky – but also potentially rewarding if you enjoy discovering new talent. Includes...