Jay-Z pointed out the recording academy’s snubs of Black artists, including Beyoncé, while accepting the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award. “We want you to get it right — at least get it close to right,” he said.
Category: Knowles, Beyonce
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Study Tracking Women’s Music Credits Has a Surprise: Good News
The Annenberg Inclusion Initiative’s latest report finds that women’s involvement in the biggest hits of 2023 was greatly improved over previous years.
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How Ariana Grande’s ‘Yes, And?’ Relates to Madonna’s ‘Vogue’
Madonna’s 1990 hit “Vogue” has enjoyed a recent renaissance. Ariana’s Grande’s first solo song in three years leans on its sound, but the similarities end there.
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7 Great Songs From Great 7th Albums
Inspired by Ariana Grande’s return, hear tracks from U2, Sleater-Kinney, Guided by Voices and more.
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From A.I. to inflation, 11 business charts that explain 2023
Inflation, bank failures, strikes, and artificial intelligence provided some of the biggest stories and trends of 2023.
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Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and the Sphere: The Year in Live Music
The touring business saw record revenue in 2023 and major tours made news, but fans still struggle with ticket prices and access — and political leaders are watching.
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What Social Trends Taught Us About the 2023 Economy
From girl dinners to ChatGPT, a look back at the trends that broke the internet and taught us about the American economy this year.
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Popcast (Deluxe): Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ Movie Shows All the Work
Discussing the singer’s new concert film that documents the Renaissance World Tour, interspersed with behind-the-scenes looks at how it came to be.
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The 71 Most Stylish People of 2023
OK, some might be more Styles-ish than stylish. But all commanded attention this year.
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Why Beyoncé Should Be Considered an Auteur
She is essentially one on the new film, but she has also demonstrated throughout her career just who is in charge of her art.
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‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ Review: Peak Performance
The concert film offers a comprehensive look at a world-conquering tour and rare insight into the process of one of the world’s biggest stars.