A few months ago, Neil Sedaka sat in my living room and we listened to this playlist. He hadn't heard some of the foreign-language covers before. But he loved discovering them. @neilsedaka https://t.co/rK2IriG7Gz

Today is a good day to listen to the songs of @neilsedaka https://t.co/cDMifqjg2F

Lunch a few years ago with Neil Sedaka, Diana DeGarmo, Kimberley Locke and Billboard's Chuck Taylor in New York at Kimberley's favorite Italian restaurant.

I lost a dear friend today. He made the world a better place with his music. His legacy will live forever. RIP, Neil Sedaka.

The Fizz were back in the studio this week recording a new track for the Bucks Fizz 45th anniversary. This is the first time recording with the new guys and they are all sounding great! @mikestockmusic @TheFizzCMJ @Cherylbaker @JayAstonC @NikkMager #MatthewPateman

37 years ago today, Jason Donovan entered the UK Singles Chart at #9 with TOO MANY BROKEN HEARTS. The song would peak at #1 (for 2 weeks) and spend 13 weeks on the chart. @mikestockmusic @SAW_MUSIC @PWLHitFactory @officialcharts @JDonOfficial https://t.co/h1UVVXorUN

41 years ago today, Hazell Dean entered the UK Singles Chart at #67 with NO FOOL (FOR LOVE). The song would peak at #41 and spend 5 weeks on the chart. @mikestockmusic @SAW_MUSIC @PWLHitFactory @officialcharts https://t.co/0wxbaEmlDO

38 years ago today, Mel & Kim entered the UK Singles Chart at #24 with THAT'S THE WAY IT IS. The song would peak at #10 and spend 7 weeks on the chart. @mikestockmusic @SAW_MUSIC @PWLHitFactory @officialcharts @melandkimweb https://t.co/C21SW0O79A

38 years ago today, Rick Astley entered the UK Singles Chart at #9 with TOGETHER FOREVER. The song would peak at #2 (for 2 weeks) and spend 9 weeks on the chart. @mikestockmusic @SAW_MUSIC @PWLHitFactory @officialcharts https://t.co/sSfO2obi59

I have interviewed David Archuleta many times since our first interview in 2008. This is one of the most in-depth and heartfelt ones. Thank you, David. @DavidArchie #Idol https://t.co/t32CDcOmMO

From Madonna's "Like a Virgin" to Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors," Tom Kelly Remembers Creating Songwriting Magic with the late Billy Steinberg:

8 years ago today, The Fizz released UP FOR THE FIGHT, the final track lifted from their f-Z Of Pop album. The "up for the fight" chant featured vocals from fans who attended a special Fizz event held at MPG studios. @mikestockmusic @TheFizzCMJ https://t.co/4belai8ezP

I really enjoyed compiling this playlist -- interesting covers of country songs by @DianaRoss, @bryanadams, @Squeezeofficial, @nicklowe, Harry Styles, @teddyswims, @thebeatles, @jenniferhudson, Leonard Nimoy and so many more. https://t.co/muuth0Kjv0

Thelma Houston and I and nine other friends were in Japan last fall and one of the highlights of our trip was riding the Aquatopia at Tokyo DisneySea. You must see Tokyo DisnerySea! #Disney

Tower Records still exists -- in Japan. I brought Thelma Houston to the flagship store in Shibuya and these two store employees were thrilled to meet her, and find her CD in stock. #TowerRecords #Motown

KImberley Locke and I met on April 4, 2003. And here we are, almost 26 years later. @KimberleyLocke #Idol

What do I have in common with @carrieunderwood? For one thing, her favorite TV series is Star Trek: The Next Generation. #Idol #StarTrek

When I talked about the #StarTrek part of my career with Thunderstorm, this happened. #Idol @Thunder_artis

It was great to see @Thunder_artis and @wtongi in Hawaii! My very long report on #AmericanIdol in @Hawaii will be posted on #billboard soon. I'll post a link here when it runs.

If you live in the Coachella Valley, or are close enough to drive here, and especially if you are a #RoxyMusic fan, come join us!