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How a Novelist Became a Pop Star

In fiction, Ali Sethi wrote about being queer in Pakistan. Now he’s singing his story.

By Emily Lordi and Philip Cheung

Deaths (Obituaries) Detroit (Mich) Halls of Fame MC5 Michigan Music Pop and Rock Music

Dennis Thompson, Drummer and Last Remaining Member of MC5, Dies at 75

The musician brought his hard-hitting style to the band, which helped lay the foundation of American punk rock and is set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

By John Yoon

Books and Literature Content Type: Personal Profile Deaths (Fatalities) Elliot, Cass internal-truncator Mamas and the Papas My Mama, Cass (Book) Pop and Rock Music Rumors and Misinformation Weight

Cass Elliot’s Death Spawned a Horrible Myth. She Deserves Better.

The Mamas & the Papas singer was known for her wit, her voice and her skill as a connector. For 50 years, a rumor has overshadowed her legacy.

By Lindsay Zoladz

Books and Literature Content Type: Personal Profile Doobie Brothers internal-truncator Michael McDonald Pop and Rock Music Steely Dan What a Fool Believes (Book)

He Sang ‘What a Fool Believes.’ But Michael McDonald Is in on the Joke.

The singer and songwriter with a silky-smooth voice has written a memoir with Paul Reiser that recounts his story of pain and redemption with dashes of humor.

By Alexandra Jacobs