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Rapper Young Thug’s long-delayed racketeering trial begins soon. Here’s what to know about the case
Opening statements are expected next week in Atlanta in the trial of rapper Young Thug, who’s accused of co-founding a violent criminal street gang and using his music to promote it.
A 2023 gift guide that will strike a chord: 10 ideas for the music lover in your life
From the obsessive record collector to the casual listener. The shower singers to the rock stars of tomorrow. There’s a music-inspired gift for everyone over the holidays. The challenge, of course, is in the decision making.
What’s streaming now: ‘Oppenheimer,’ Adam Sandler as a lizard and celebs dancing to Taylor Swift
This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Adam Sandler playing a 74-year-old elementary class lizard in the latest Netflix animation offering “Leo” and “Oppenheimer” finally arriving on home screens.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of years of rape and abuse by singer Cassie in lawsuit
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been accused of years of abuse including rape and beatings by R&B singer Cassie. Cassie’s legal name is Cassandra Ventura.
Music Review: Now on vinyl, Shania Twain’s ‘Greatest Hits’ shines anew
Shania Twain is familiar with the concept of a hit. Her 2004 “Greatest Hits” album sold more than half a million copies in its first week alone.
Billy Porter hits the dance floor on his fifth album with the goal of ‘trying to heal people’
Billy Porter is strutting off in an entirely new sonic direction on his fifth album. The Broadway, runway and TV star has pivoted to dance music.
Édgar Barrera is the producer behind your favorite hits — and the Latin Grammys’ top nominee
Édgar Barrera is one of the most in-demand people in music. He’s worked with everyone from Madonna and Shakira to Peso Pluma and Karol G.
Dolly Parton’s new album is a detour from country music — could R&B be next?
Last year, Dolly Parton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She didn’t think she deserved the honor. She’s a country musician, after all.
‘A noisy rock ‘n’ roll': How growing interest in Formula One is felt across the music world
Beyond the engineering, the athleticism, the speed, the luxury, fans love the sound of Formula One. It is no wonder the pinnacle of automotive engineering has caught the eye of musicians and music fans everywhere.
Book Review: Rock ‘n’ roller and Rush pioneer Geddy Lee goes deep in his memoir, ‘My Effin’ Life’
Geddy Lee is a rock star, that’s undeniable. But he’s also a polite Canadian to the core. So it’s fitting that the Rush icon picked a not-too-bawdy title for his memoir.
Jon Batiste announces first North American headlining tour, celebrating ‘World Music Radio’
Oscar- and Grammy-winning musician Jon Batiste will embark on his first North American headlining tour in 2024.
What’s streaming now: Dolly Parton rocks out, Godzilla stomps, ‘The Crown’ returns, ‘Rustin’ marches
This week’s new entertainment releases include an album of rock songs by Dolly Parton, the first half of the final season of “The Crown” returns to Netflix and three dudes from “Saturday Night Live” get their first feature-film shot.
Classes on celebrities like Taylor Swift and Rick Ross are engaging a new generation of law students
A South Dakota law professor who typically teaches torts and natural resources is turning his attention to Taylor Swift next semester.
Morgan Wallen, K-pop, Victoria Monét, oh my! Unearthing the 2024 Grammy nomination snubs and surprises
With new categories, “Barbie” and SZA — there’s a lot to discuss regarding the 2024 Grammy Award nominations. But who didn’t make the cut?
Here’s a partial list of nominees for the 66th Grammy Awards
The nominees for next year’s Grammy Awards have been announced. SZA is the leading nominee with nine, including in the album and record of the year categories.
SZA leads the 2024 Grammy nominations as women outpace men in the leading categories
The Grammy nominations have been announced and SZA leads the way with nine nominations. The R&B star earned record, album and song of the year nominations for her album “SOS” and her hit song “Kill Bill.”
Music Review: On ‘Heaven Knows,’ Internet pop sensation PinkPantheress provides IRL charms
Internet pop sensation PinkPantheress will release her debut full-length album on Friday, titled “Heaven Knows.”
Gavin Rossdale celebrates 3 decades of Bush songs with a greatest hits album, ‘Loaded’
Putting together a collection of Bush’s greatest hits was relatively easy. Convincing frontman Gavin Rossdale to do it was harder. He thought it sounded like a farewell.
R.E.M. celebrates ‘a very radical departure’ 25 years ago with their album ‘Up’
Twenty-five years ago, an R.E.M. album arrived that didn’t sound like a typical R.E.M. album. “Up,” the band’s 11th album which dropped in the fall of 1998, was a curious and challenging collection that split fans and critics alike but reveals more interesting things with each listen.
Backstage with the Fugees: Pras on his hip-hop legacy as he awaits sentencing in conspiracy case
Backstage at the second Los Angeles show of Lauryn Hill and the Fugees’ anniversary tour, Pras Michel was optimistic.
Music Review: Cat Power replicates Bob Dylan’s infamous 1966 electric concert, without the boos
“Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert” is a faithful recreation of Bob Dylan’s infamous concert, from the tour where he played electric guitar for the first time.
Jeff Tweedy is a prolific songwriter and poignant lyricist. So why does writing scare him?
Jeff Tweedy is known to fans as a prolific songwriter and poignant lyricist. So it may come as a surprise that the front man of the Grammy-winning band, Wilco, has long found the act of writing intimidating.
Welcome to Mexican “muerteadas,” a traditional parade to portray how death can be as joyful as life
Mexicans in Oaxacan towns as San Agustín and San José Etla celebrate their traditional “muerteadas,” a festivity that stretches for several nights and locals regard as part of their identity.
Music Review: BTS member Jung Kook’s solo debut, ‘Golden,’ is no-skip pop bliss
Jung Kook, the youngest member of the K-pop group BTS, has released his triumphant debut solo album.
Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott and Chaka Khan make the crowd go wild at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Sheryl Crow and Olivia Rodrigo kicked off the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony Friday night and Missy Elliott closed the show more than four hours later with a roof-shaking set, as the hall celebrated a strong representation of women and Black artists.
Listen to the last new Beatles’ song with John, Paul, George, Ringo and AI tech
The final Beatles recording featuring John, Paul, George and Ringo is here. Released Thursday and titled “Now and Then,” the song comes from a batch of unreleased demos written by the late John Lennon in the ’70s.
Huey Lewis’ rom-com musical ‘The Heart of Rock & Roll’ finds a stage on Broadway in spring
Huey Lewis, who with his band The News stormed radio in the 1980s with such rock-pop hits as “The Power of Love” and “I Want a New Drug,” is about to take his music to a Broadway stage.
Do you believe? Cher set to star in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year
Cher is obviously a superstar but even a superstar is happy to be the opening act when it comes to Santa.
Music Review: Chinese boy band WayV prove their mettle with second album ‘On My Youth’
Chinese boy band WayV forage their own path on their highly anticipated sophomore album, “On My Youth.”
Music Review: Taemin is back with another sultry K-pop EP, his fourth mini album ‘Guilty’
Taemin, the prince of gritty K-pop, is back with a stunning 4th mini album, “Guilty.” It is his first since finishing his mandatory military enlistment in the South Korean army.
Willie Nelson looks back on 7 decades of songwriting in new book ‘Energy Follows Thought’
At age 90, Willie Nelson is looking back on the songs he’s written across seven decades. The country legend’s new book, “Energy Follows Thought,” gives the stories behind his most famous songs and some obscure ones too.