Randy Newman Plays Macworld

At today's Macworld Expo, Steve Jobs made a number of eagerly awaited and exciting announcements, including the introduction of Randy Newman, who performed his song "In Defense of Our Country" for the crowd of technophiles and Apple-lovers. According to the New York Times, Randy told the group: "I'll always root against corporations, because that's the way I am, but not this one."

To watch Randy perform "In Defense of Our Country" in a slightly more relaxed environment, click here.

Independent of the Mac mania, Walt Disney Pictures has unveiled the first screen shot of Princess Tiana, the title character of its upcoming animated feature, The Princess and the Frog. Randy is writing the music for the film, which takes place in New Orleans' French Quarter and on the Louisiana bayous; it's set for release next year. For the first-look screen shot, visit comingsoon.net.