Musician, singer, songwriter, producer and more, he collaborated with Madonna and a raft of other artists and helped resuscitate the career of the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson.
Category: Pop and Rock Music
-
Lauren Mayberry of Chvrches Is Making a Statement on Her Own
The singer and songwriter has fronted the Glaswegian band for 13 years. Next month, she’s going solo on “Vicious Creature,” an ambitious and emotional pop odyssey.
-
TV on the Radio, Brooklyn Rock Veterans, Return to the Stage
The acclaimed band, which emerged during the 2000s indie boom, is performing a series of live shows commemorating the 20th anniversary of its debut album.
-
Digging Into Kendrick Lamar’s Samples
Listen to some of the most notable sonic references on “GNX,” from SWV, Luther Vandross and Debbie Deb.
-
A Playlist That’s as Cool as Kim Deal
Hear tracks from her first solo album, the Breeders, Pixies and more.
-
Jack Harlow Expands His Romantic Options, and 7 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Horsegirl, Tyla, Amber Mark and others.
-
A Stroke Paralyzed Jesse Malin. Next Month, He’ll Stand Onstage Again.
The New York rock stalwart suffered a rare spinal stroke at a dinner party last year. His journey back to music has been filled with painful challenges and hope.
-
Peter Sinfield, Lyricist for King Crimson, Dies at 80
His swirls of poetic imagery helped define progressive rock in the 1970s. He later turned his focus to pop acts like Celine Dion.
-
In Praise of Adele and the Long Black Dress
As the artist brings her Las Vegas residency to an end, she leaves behind a major fashion legacy. Just call her Madame A.
-
Vic Flick, Guitarist Who Plucked the James Bond Theme, Dies at 87
He also recorded music for the Beatles’ film “A Hard Day’s Night” and contributed to several hit songs as a session musician.
-
What Were Your Favorite Movies, TV, Music and Books in 2024?
We want to know what stuck with you this year. What were the best things you watched, read and heard?