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Clarence Carter, Soul Singer Behind ‘Patches’ & ‘Strokin’,’ Dies at 90

Clarence Carter, the blues and soul musician and singer/songwriter with the raspy, emotional vocals whose hits included the sentimental “Patches” and the salacious “Strokin,’” has died at age 90. Carter’s death was confirmed by Bill Carpenter, a spokesman for his former wife and fellow singer, Candi Staton. Carter died Wednesday of natural causes, according to […]

Madonna’s ‘Confessions II’ Track List Surfaces on Street Posters

Madonna’s guerrilla marketing campaign for Confessions II continues, as an album track list has now been announced via posters that were plastered across major cities on Thursday (May 14). The posters — which echo the album’s cover art — are the latest in the ongoing street marketing blitz for the project that began in mid-April. […]

Funko Pop!: Here’s Where to Buy Bluey & Her Fellow Friends Online

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Bluey, everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler, and her fellow canine companions just received the Funko Pop treatment. Collectible manufacturer Funko is launching […]