Music: Whats the Buzz from USA Today

Death of Prince, Day 7: The Revolution reunites
A real-time compilation of the latest news on the investigation into Prince’s death, the singer’s estate and tributes.

Q&A: Ne-Yo sings about new ‘Empire’ soundtrack
Presenting ‘Empire: Original Soundtrack, Season 2 Volume 2,’ out Friday.

When Ben met Ben: 11-year-old pianist sings onstage with Ben Folds
On this episode of Tuesdays With Mary, we talk with a father and son who had a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience.

Death of Prince, Day 7: ‘Tonight Show’ tribute
A real-time compilation of the latest news on the investigation into Prince’s death, the singer’s estate and tributes.

Author helps older fans ‘catch up’ on music
Pop and rock music isn’t what it used to be. In fact, it’s better than it was 50 years ago

New effort embeds music into math, science lessons
WASHINGTON — U.S. Education Secretary John King on Tuesday doubled down on his effort to support a well-rounded education for the USA’s schoolchildren, unveiling a curriculum that embeds music into math and science lessons for millions of kids.

‘Reckless’ Martina McBride returns to country roots
Singer’s new album is out Friday.

Rita Ora responds to ‘Lemonade’ Becky drama: ‘These rumors are false’
“I have nothing but the upmost respect for Beyonce.”

‘Restless’ Martina McBride returns to country roots
Singer’s new album is out Friday.

‘Devastated’ Kid Rock found his assistant’s body
Michael Sacha, 30, was killed in an ATV accident.

Day 6: Prince’s sister says he left no will
Reports: Prince’s sister Tyka Nelson files court papers stating singer left no known will.

Prince died without a will, sister says
Sister Tyka Nelson filed documents Tuesday seeking administrator for Prince’s estate.

The death of Prince, day 6: The music community mourns
Prince’s famous fans are still reeling from his loss.

Beyonce’s mom Tina Lawson sips lemonade, celebrates the new album
She’s a proud mama.

The death of Prince, Day 5: Minnesota Twins hometown tribute
Prince rules album sales as stars continue to honor him with tributes and more details emerge.

Kid Rock’s assistant found dead at singer’s Nashville property
Michael Sacha, 30, who worked as Kid Rock’s assistant, was killed in an ATV accident.

The death of Prince, Day 5: A Paisley Park museum?
Prince rules album sales as stars continue to honor him with tributes and more details emerge.

Demi Lovato, Nick Jonas cancel N.C. shows
Two young entertainers join legacy acts in fighting the ‘bathroom bill.’

Prince’s estate: 6 key questions answered
Who will run Prince’s massive music business, including control of unreleased recordings?

Jazz Fest: J. Cole, Nick Jonas honor Prince
Musicians at the New Orleans festival continued to honor Prince.

The death of Prince, Day 5: He had a ‘swear jar’
Prince rules album sales as stars continue to honor him with tributes and more details emerge.

Coachella wraps with community vibe, diversity
‘Because it’s Coachella, I could choose between Ice Cube and Zedd.’

Drake reveals cover art, ‘Summer Sixteen’ tour with Future
His long-awaited ‘Views from the 6’ drops Friday.

Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ hits iTunes, Amazon
It went on sale Sunday night after a 24-hour Tidal exclusive.

The death of Prince, Day 5: King of the charts
Prince rules album sales as stars continue to honor him with tributes.

Posthumous Prince sales top 2.3M songs, 579K albums
His hits set and ‘Purple Rain’ are biggest sellers.

The death of Prince, Day 4: More tributes roll in
‘SNL’ played Prince clips and Elton John saluted the musician.

‘Me and Mrs. Jones’ singer Billy Paul dies at 80
The soul singer best known for the No. 1 hit ballad has died.

Beyoncé’s ‘Lemonade’ hits music retailers tonight
It will go on sale just 24 hours after it was released as a Tidal exclusive.

Beyoncé slays us with surprise album ‘Lemonade’
The reigning queen of music reminded fans how she earned her throne with a new album that boasts 12 songs and a mini-movie. Video provided by Newsy