Author: Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY

Ed Sheeran wraps his record-setting Mathematics tour at the end of September and then has another treat for fans: The new album, “Autumn Variations.”

On the occasion of her 65th birthday, we salute Madonna for her staggering catalog of chart toppers and pop perfection.

In the late-’90s, a fresh hip-hop sound emanated from the Virginia Beach area with Timbaland & Magoo. Magoo, aka Melvin Barcliff, has reportedly died.

From Jay-Z to Migos, KRS-One to Cardi B, hip-hop has made plenty of statements in 50 years. Here are 50 essential tracks that show how it’s done.

Taylor Swift’s dive into pop stardom, “1989,” spawned “Shake it Off” and “Blank Space.” Now the 2014 album will get a “Taylor’s Version” reissue.

Pink accomplishes more upside down than most of her upright peers on her dazzling Summer Carnival tour, playing in the U.S. until October.

Wolfgang Van Halen has much to discuss. He has a new Mammoth WVH album, final tribute to Van Halen, his father’s legacy, love for his mom… and cats.

The sport of buying Taylor Swift tickets is back! With new North American dates on the horizon, here are some tips to help you score tickets.

“I’m still searching for God, interested in sex and curious about death,” says Rick Springfield, the hitmaker behind “Jessie’s Girl.”

Beyoncé is bringing her stunning Renaissance World Tour to US cities, with nearly three dozen songs. Here’s what fans can expect to hear.