Richard Jeni dies: The comic, who had a solid reputation as a stand-up and an assortment of TV and film roles, apparently shot himself, the Associated Press reports.
Brad Delp of Boston dies: The singer was 55. Variety has an obit.
Also dead: Bill Chinnock, a roots-rock musician also known for his ties to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Details from Variety.
Not dead: Vocal soul group The Drifters survived a car crash in England this morning, and the BBC says only one member, Patrick Alan, suffered serious injuries.
Starbucks to launch record label: New York Post gets word of Starbucks Records, perhaps a natural step forward from the chain's successful music sales. The label's first signing could be Paul McCartney. No, seriously.
Hank Jr. wins award: Hank Williams, Jr. has nabbed the Tennessean of the Year from the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, according to a press release. And that's all there is to say about that.