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Bob Newhart, Soft-Spoken Everyman Who Became a Comedy Star, Dies at 94
He was a show-business neophyte when he stammered his way to fame in 1960. He went on to star in…
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Should Slim Shady Be Canceled? Eminem’s Young Fans Say No.
The rapper unleashes more provocative lyrics on his 12th album, and new generations are defending him — rather than rushing…
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A Picture Book Paean to the Golden Age of LPs
Kids don’t need to know what zydeco is, or that Mandy and the Meerkats are a nod to Diana Ross…
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Pay $1 to Hear Wu-Tang Clan’s Secret Album (Eventually)
An online art collective that spent $4 million on “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin” is telling fans their purchases…
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Listen to the Best Tracks From 8 Tony-Nominated Shows
“Hell’s Kitchen,” “Stereophonic” and others are up for top prizes at Sunday’s ceremony. Our critic takes stock of their cast…
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Brother Marquis, Member of Rap Group 2 Live Crew, Dies
Born Mark Ross, he was a well-known member of the group, which fueled a debate about artistic freedom.
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For Her Third Album, Angélica Garcia Adds Her First Language: Spanish
“Gemelo” is a largely electronic exploration of all kinds of dualities: “With any music I make from now on, I’m…
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Taylor Swift Is No. 1 Again, With Little Competition on the Way
“The Tortured Poets Department” earns a sixth week atop the Billboard 200, while the latest from Twenty One Pilots opens…
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Rare Wu-Tang Clan Album to Be Played at Exhibit in Tasmania
The sole known copy of the album “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin” was not to be heard by the…
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Taylor Swift Prevails Over Billie Eilish for a Fifth Week at No. 1
In a tight battle that had fans hustling to support their favorite star, “The Tortured Poets Department” outsold “Hit Me…