Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Music

Pop Musicians, Please Spare Me the Back Stories

The power of a lasting song is that it breaks free of its origins. Hits should be more than celebrity narratives. Source link

The Night Bob Dylan Went Electric at the Newport Folk Festival

The climax of “A Complete Unknown” is set during that iconic 1965 performance. Even then, fans knew it was a historic moment. Source link

Charli XCX’s Year of the ‘Brat’

In six months, the (once) underground pop singer and songwriter played her version of the fame game, sampling the highs and lows of genuine stardom. Source link

Netflix’s Christmas: NFL Games and Beyoncé Halftime Show

As part of its push into live programming, the streaming service is hosting two N.F.L. games and a big musical performance on Christmas. Source link

What We Can Learn From Ferruccio Busoni, the First Truly Modern Composer

Ferruccio Busoni, who died 100 years ago, was a globe-trotting, forward-thinking composer and teacher with a message of timelessness in music. Source link

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. Source link

Lin-Manuel Miranda on ‘Mufasa’ and the Secret to a Disney Hit

The “Hamilton” creator, who crafted the soundtrack for the new prequel to “The Lion King,” reflects on writing songs that have a universal appeal. Source link

21 Movies, Books and Albums With a Theater Focus to Consume During the Holidays

Make it through the holidays with these movies, books and music from the past year that are adapted from stage productions or evoke a theatrical spirit. Source link

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. Source link

A D.I.Y. ‘Messiah,’ Starring You and Yours as Choristers

Our critic joined with amateur singers and professionals for a “Messiah” sing-in at David Geffen Hall, just one “Messiah” on the city’s holiday calendar. Source link
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