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In its appeal against the file-sharing mom Jammie Thomas, the RIAA has asked the court to reinstate a massive fine which U.S.

District Judge Michael Davis previously slashed because it was “monstrous and shocking.” The music group argues that awards as high as $1.5 million for sharing 24 songs are appropriate and constitutional.

In their appeal, the RIAA is joined by the MPAA who also want to overthrow the standing verdict.

The father of the renowned piano group The 5 Browns is set to be sentenced in Utah on charges that he sexually abused his three daughters when they were children.

Brown survived a plunge off a 300-foot cliff with his wife in their Porsche on Wednesday, just days after abuse charges were filed.

Recording artist John Mayer is to be featured in an installment of the "Live on Letterman" Web cast concert series, CBS Interactive Music Group said.