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Rape allegation against Jay-Z won’t impact NFL's relationship with music mogul, Goodell says
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says a rape allegation against rapper Jay-Z won’t impact the NFL's relationship with the music mogulABC News - 3h -
Scott Bessent, Trump’s Pick for Treasury Secretary, Doesn’t Fit the President-Elect’s Loyalist Mold
A hedge-fund titan who worked for George Soros. A deep-rooted Southerner with a fondness for high-end real estate. A gay man, married with children. Who is Scott Bessent?The New York Times - 1d -
'Wicked,' back at the Pantages Theatre, is as popular as ever. But is it a good musical?
'Wicked,' soaring onscreen, has returned to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. This production reveals what the movie gets right, as well as weaknesses neither version can overcome.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Best of 2024: Our picks for the top TV shows, movies, music, books, art and theater
"Dune: Part Two" and "Anora." Beyoncé, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. "The Vince Staples Show" and "The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin." "Kimberly Akimbo" and "Waiting for ...Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Rape allegation against Jay-Z won’t impact NFL's relationship with music mogul, AP sources say
Two people familiar with the matter say a rape allegation against rapper Jay-Z won’t impact the NFL's relationship with the music mogulABC News - 8h -
Music tells the story of our lives – and trusty old Last.fm does it better than gaudy Spotify Wrapped
The music tracking site runs a reduced service these days, but still offers an alternative to AI-generated slideshows and made-up genres that’s useful – and genuinely revealing. Like many music ...The Guardian - 12h -
Billie Eilish on doubts, creating new music and Grammy nominations
Billie Eilish is already a nine-time Grammy winner, but the 22-year-old says she still has doubts about her ability to create new music. She spoke to CBS News' Anthony Mason about her fears and her ...CBS News - 1d -
The magic of winter in West Cork, where music, food and drink lift the spirits
Ireland’s southernmost tip has been reinvigorated by new vibrant venues, markets and restaurants, which has brought an energy that brightens even the darker months. When our son was very young, we ...The Guardian - 1d -
Music Review: The National bring a burst of energy to their brooding music on live album, 'Rome'
The indie rock band The National bring an abundance of energy for a brooding middle-aged group, as evidenced on their new live album, “Rome.”ABC News - 2d -
Records Seized by Israel Show Hamas Presence in U.N. Schools
While Israel asserts that the United Nations has tried to minimize the problem, the global organization says Israeli officials are waging an unfair campaign to discredit it.The New York Times - 2d -
How 'Mufasa' rose with Aaron Pierre and Blue Ivy's voices along with new Lin-Manuel Miranda music
When Aaron Pierre was cast as Mufasa, the weight of following in the late James Earl Jones’ legendary footsteps was enough to rattle any actorABC News - 2d -
Marvin Laird, Musical Presence on and Off Broadway, Dies at 85
He conducted Broadway shows and worked with Bernadette Peters. But he was probably best known for writing the music for the darkly comic “Ruthless!”The New York Times - 3d -
Raygun musical cancelled after viral Olympian's legal threat
Creator Steph Broadbridge says lawyers for Rachael Gunn sent a cease and desist letter.BBC News - 3d -
'The best way to effect change is through music'
Rap artist Smack Jay brought a message of human rights and respect to primary school pupils in Belfast.BBC News - 3d -
Miho Nakayama, Japanese Music and Movie Star, Dies at 54
A top-selling pop singer as a teenager in the 1980s, she also had an award-winning career as a dramatic actress.The New York Times - 3d -
Raygun-inspired musical cancelled in Sydney after breakdancer Rachael Gunn complained
Raygun: The Musical creator Steph Broadbridge told her Instagram followers lawyers had concerns it would damage the controversial breaker’s reputation. Get our breaking news email , free app ...The Guardian - 3d -
Israeli-Palestinian pop group "as1one" on how they promote unity through music
"as1one" is the first male pop group to include both Israeli and Palestinian artists, formed after a talent search in Israel. The group's message of unity remained strong even in the aftermath of ...CBS News - 5d -
Canada boosting Arctic presence in face of Russian threats
New plans include more aircraft and drones to grow foothold as other powerful countries seek base in far north. Canada will boost its military and diplomatic presence in the Arctic to counter ...The Guardian - 5d -
Semyon Bychkov conducts through pain in celebrating Year of Czech Music with North American tour
Celebrating the end of the 100th anniversary Year of Czech Music, an event held every decade in the year ending in 4, Semyon Bychkov is conducting through pain in leading the Czech Philharmonic on ...ABC News - 5d -
Hundreds of people in Chad protest against the French military presence in the country
Hundreds of people have marched in Chad to call for the withdrawal of French troops from the country, a week after the Central African country ended a military agreement with its former colonial rulerABC News - 5d -
The Devil Wears Prada is a slim, superficial musical
Not even Elton John’s songs can redeem this predictable show at London’s Dominion TheatreFinancial Times - 5d -
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Animation and VFX shake up the well-worn musical biopic format
Two films have created something of a subgenre in which animation and visual effects inject a new creative spark into the familiar tale of a musician's rise to fame.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Music Review: CHVRCHES' Lauren Mayberry makes feminist pop on debut solo album, 'Vicious Creature'
Lauren Mayberry, frontwoman of the Scottish synth-pop band CHVRCHES, liberates herself from preconceptions on a punchy debut solo album, “Vicious Creature," writes The Associated Press’ Elise Ryan ...ABC News - 6d -
He had a vision for the end of the world. Of course, it had to be a musical
Deep in a bunker, a family keeps on singing in the year's most nightmarish piece of future shock. Director Joshua Oppenheimer had never made a musical before.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
How TwoSet Violin Won Fame by Poking Fun at Classical Music
After 11 years, Eddy Chen and Brett Yang are moving on from their beloved, enormously popular comedy duo TwoSet Violin.The New York Times - 6d -
Best of 2024: Eleven bright spots in classical music during a dark, complicated year
Gustavo Dudamel and the L.A. Phil's 'Das Rheingold.' The Industry's 'Comet/Poppea.' Pacific Opera Project's 'Don Bucefalo.' The year 2024 delivered great moments for classical music.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
How high can 'Wicked' fly? Competition for top musicals is extremely high
Disney dominates the list of 10 top-grossing Hollywood musicals, but Universal hopes 'Wicked' will break through.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Music Review: Blackpink K-pop star Rosé's debut solo album 'Rosie' is heartfelt, but slightly sleepy
Rosé, the nightingale of the massively popular Korean girl group Blackpink, has flown the nest and launched her first solo album “Rosie.”ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Lisa Lisa on rediscovering her voice and creating new music
Lisa Lisa talks about her unforgettable 80s hits, her journey in music and how her perspective has changed over the years.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Dolly Parton on combining music and storytelling for her holiday-themed children's book
Dolly Parton joins "CBS Mornings" to unveil her latest children's book, "Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas," which features her real-life French bulldog, Billy.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
TotalEnergies Boosts Presence in Germany With VSB Deal
TotalEnergies struck a deal to buy renewable-energy company VSB Group from Partners Group for $1.7 billion, expanding its presence in Germany.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Spotify unveils its annual 2024 wrapped music roundups
Spotify just dropped its annual wrapped roundups giving users all the data about their most-streamed music of the year. The three top songs around the world in 2024 were Sabrina Carpenter's ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Australian Music prize: 80-year-old Kankawa Nagarra wins over Nick Cave and Amyl and the Sniffers
Walmatjarri elder and blues musician wins $50,000 prize for Wirlmarni, saying she hopes it will bring pride to her community in Wangkatjungka. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Music sector workers to lose nearly a quarter of income to AI in next four years, global study finds
AI boom will enrich giant tech companies but creators’ rights and income will be drastically reduced unless policymakers intervene, report warns. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Luis Fonsi conquered Latin music. With rom-com 'Say a Little Prayer,' he's ready for his close-up.
Branching out beyond his typical romantic ballads, Latin Grammy winner Luis Fonsi stars as the leading man in indie romcom 'Say a Little Prayer.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Kendrick Lamar tops Apple Music's 2024 song chart and women make history
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” topped Apple Music’s global song chart in 2024 as the giant music streamer released year-end lists Tuesday and provided listeners with data on their own most ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
The Classical Music Our Critics Can’t Stop Thinking About
Watch and listen to five recent highlights, including performances by Davóne Tines and Lise Davidsen, and a new album by Ethan Iverson.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Elton John says he has lost his eyesight and struggles to see his new stage musical
Elton John says he struggled to watch his new musical because he has “lost his eyesight” after contracting an infectionABC News - Dec. 2 -
Andy Paley, Whose Imprint Was All Over Pop Music, Dies at 73
Musician, singer, songwriter, producer and more, he collaborated with Madonna and a raft of other artists and helped resuscitate the career of the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson.The New York Times - Nov. 28
