Pop and Rock Music – Page 122

He Wrote Michael Jackson’s ‘Human Nature’ and Has 2 More in the Vault

Steve Porcaro of Toto, who played on some of the biggest hits of the ’80s, has sold the rights to his music, including a pair of unreleased tracks with the superstar.

By Ben Sisario

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Chappell Roan Booked a Tour. Then She Blew Up.

The rising pop star now has two songs on the Hot 100. The venues her team picked out months ago are struggling to fit her ballooning audience.

By Tricia Romano and Chona Kasinger

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John Mayall, Pioneer of British Blues, Is Dead at 90

Mr. Mayall was best known for recruiting and polishing the talents of one gifted young lead guitarist after another, starting with Eric Clapton.

By Larry Rohter

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Beyoncé Granted Kamala Harris Permission to Use ‘Freedom.’ What Does It Mean?

Not quite a full-throated endorsement, but the use of the pop star’s song “Freedom” marked a moment.

By Sandra E. Garcia