Thursday, July 31, 2025

Music

Dolly Parton Musical’s Nashville Debut Draws Flocks of Fans

Parton’s life and career have always been rooted in Tennessee. For her fans, it was only fitting to see the debut of her biographical musical here, too. Source link

Roger Norrington, Iconoclastic British Conductor, Dies at 91

His work, largely unknown outside Britain until late in his career, was often based on historical treatises. It was seen by many as refreshingly innovative. Source link

On ‘Swag,’ Justin Bieber Finds His Old Soul

“Swag,” a new album of dreamy beats and unexpected collaborations, eschews formulaic pop to lean into the singer’s R&B instincts. Source link

Jane’s Addiction Members Sue One Another After Onstage Fight

The rock band’s singer confronted its guitarist during a show last year, leading to the cancellation of its reunion tour. Source link

Drake Returns With Reinforcements at Wireless Fest in London

The Canadian superstar headlined all three nights of London’s Wireless Festival, showing off his range, reach and a glimpse of how he intends to leave his Kendrick Lamar beef in the past. Source link

Billy Jones, Baby’s All Right Owner and NYC Nightlife Impresario, Dies at 45

He opened Baby’s All Right and three other nightclubs, a restaurant and a record store in a dozen years, helping the city maintain its cultural verve. Source link

More Woody Guthrie Songs? Yes, From a Trove of Homemade Recordings.

A new, intimate album will include 13 previously unheard songs and a rewrite of “This Land Is Your Land.” Source link

Bob Geldof Reflects on Live Aid, 40 Years Later

The rock star-turned-activist reflects on the 1985 benefit concert and why it could not happen now. Source link

Henry Mount Charles, Whose Castle Was a Mecca for Rock, Dies at 74

To preserve his Irish manor, he staged concerts on its grounds, drawing the likes of U2, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Madonna, 50 Cent and the Rolling Stones as well as tens of thousands of fans. Source link

“The Nine Jewelled Deer,” a New Opera, Has Nothing to Do With Antlers

Artists from different cultural traditions adapted an ancient tale to explore how to respond to betrayal and exploitation. Source link
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