Known for his work with Barbra Streisand, Carly Simon, the Pointer Sisters and many others, he was one of the most reliable hitmakers in the business.
Category: Pop and Rock Music
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Alfa Anderson, ‘Chic’ Singer, Dies at 78
She sang the famous refrain “Le freak, c’est chic,” on one of disco’s biggest hits and was a sought-after vocalist for many prominent artists.
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11 Hyperlocal Works That Helped Me Find Common Ground
As pop culture continues to fracture, our critic was drawn to art and performances that explored universal themes by way of specific settings.
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In “Better Man,” Robbie Williams Is a CGI Monkey. Here’s What to Know.
He had 14 No. 1 singles in Britain, but is not well known in America. In the new movie “Better Man,” he’s played by a CGI monkey.
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Michael Brewer, Whose ‘One Toke’ Was a Big Hit, Is Dead at 80
The duo he formed with Tom Shipley reached the Top 10 in 1970 with “One Toke Over the Line,” a ditty about marijuana that ran afoul of censors.
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In Memoriam: the Musicians We Lost in 2024
Hear songs from Quincy Jones, Melanie and Toby Keith.
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Elton John’s Documentary ‘Never Too Late’ on Disney+
The star is in positive, future-looking mode in this Disney+ documentary, directed by his husband, David Furnish, and R.J. Cutler.
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Mariah Carey’s Holiday Bar in NYC Is All These Fans Want for Christmas
A New York City lounge devoted to the singer plays her 1994 holiday hit every 15 minutes.
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17 Notable Boxed Sets: Bob Dylan, Green Day, Alice Coltrane and More
Joni Mitchell’s experimental period, Green Day’s ambitious concept album and Alice Coltrane’s thrilling 1971 Carnegie Hall concert arrived in new packages this year.
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‘Emilia Pérez,’ ‘Wicked’ Make the Oscar Shortlists
The musical appears twice for best song, along with big names like Pharrell Williams and Elton John. “Wicked” is potentially up for best score.