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Barnes & Noble's CEO William Lynch stepped down late Monday afternoon as the lone major American bookstore chain tries to change course and phase out its so-so tablet, the Nook. The company didn't explain the reason for the change, although Lynch has also resigned from its board of directors, effective immediately.

Up-and-coming band Imaginary Cities are proving that Canada has more to offer than just maple syrup and Mounties. Sultry-voiced Marti Sarbit leads the indie band, supported by Rusty Matyas on guitar and vocals, Zack Antel on keyboard, David Landreth on bass and Ryan Voth rocking out the drums. The band’s debut album, Temporary Resident, caught worldwide attention and won the Western Canada Music Award for Best Pop Album of the Year.

After two weeks in the No. 2 spot (behind Kanye West two weeks ago and last week behind buddy Wale), J. Cole has taken the crown at No. 1. We previously reported that the rapper's Born Sinner was expected to move into the top slot, which is something of a rarity for albums—moving up to No. 1 (because they usually debut there and then drop on the charts).