In unflinching ballads that spoke of the pain men can cause women, the Mexican singer often relied on what she learned in her own relationships.
Category: Music
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Live Performance in New York City: Here’s What to See This Spring
Onstage, Denzel Washington is Othello, and Paul Mescal is Stanley Kowalski as stars illuminate the theater marquees. Plus: FKA twigs takes “Eusexua” on tour. Bang on a Can, Twyla Tharp, and much more.
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Lea Salonga Is Never Getting Tired of Sondheim
The Tony-winning actress co-stars with Bernadette Peters in “Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends,” a show that is letting her surprise audiences with her comedy chops.
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Edith Mathis, Radiant Swiss Soprano, Is Dead at 86
Known for her interpretations of Bach, Mozart and Weber, she was praised for her clear, bright voice and her perfect intonation even on the highest notes.
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Review: Karina Canellakis Hushes the New York Philharmonic
Some of the most memorable moments in the orchestra’s program this week, led by Karina Canellakis, were extremely soft.
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Drake’s New Valentine’s Day Album Pivots From Kendrick Lamar Beef
The Valentine’s Day release, a collaboration with PartyNextDoor, tries on different styles (acoustic pop, traditional Mexican) while only alluding to Kendrick Lamar.
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Shonda Rhimes and Renée Fleming Leave Kennedy Center After Trump’s Takeover
Renée Fleming, Ben Folds and Shonda Rhimes all left posts at the Kennedy Center after President Trump became chairman and its longtime leaders were fired.
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Carnegie Hall’s 2025-26 Season: What We’re Excited to Hear
Our critics choose a dozen highlights from the season, which heavily features the music of Arvo Pärt and includes series by several artists.
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Chubby Checker, Phish and Outkast Among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
Billy Idol, the Black Crowes and Maná will also appear on the ballot for the first time, alongside Oasis, Joe Cocker, Mariah Carey and others.
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10 Songs That Celebrate the Sound of Philadelphia
Explore the city’s rich musical history with songs from Patti LaBelle, Alex G, the Roots and more.
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In Hospitals and Hospices, ‘Music as Care’ Offers a New Kind of Comfort
A violinist plays for her father. A singer takes requests. In hospitals and hospices, bedside performers offer a new kind of care.
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A 311-Year-Old Stradivarius Violin Sells for $11.25 Million at Sotheby’s
The money from the sale of the violin, which was once owned by the 19th-century virtuoso Joseph Joachim, will benefit a scholarship program at the New England Conservatory.