Here's a list of ten recent cases of plagiarism in music, from Coldplay to Florence + The Machine. [via FACT]
Steven Tyler defends his version of "The Star-Spangled Banner." [via Spinner]
The Shins frontman James Mercer explains the meaning behind the band's new album, Port of Morrow. [via MTVHive]
Mannie Fresh talks the possibility of joining the G.O.O.D. Music team and recording with Kanye West. [via HipHopDX]
Skrillex, A-Trak, and Diplo talk the "Dance Dance Evolution" with Billboard. [via Billboard]
The New York Times reviews Brainfeeder artist Thundercat's gig this past Wednesday at S.O.B.'s. [via NYTimes]