Sexism From Two Leading Jazz Artists Draws Anger — And Presents An Opportunity
A conversation between two leading jazz musicians led to a public debate over misogyny in the form on International Women's Day.
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Grammy Award-Winning Latin Jazz Flutist Dave Valentin Dies At 64
Valentin became one of the pre-eminent flutists in Latin jazz, known for his creative combination of fusion, pop and R&B. Valentin died Wednesday of complications from a stroke, his manager said.
Lorde Shares Somber New Ballad 'Liability'
Lorde has announced the title of her new album, Melodrama, out June 16.
Fred Weintraub, Founder Of The Bitter End And 'Enter The Dragon' Producer, Dies At 88
As an impresario and producer, Weintraub fueled the careers of scores of important performers across music, comedy and film — from Bob Dylan to Woody Allen to Bruce Lee. He died Sunday at age 88.
After Public Battle, SXSW Apologizes And Pledges To Change Its Artist Contract
Last week's misunderstandings between the festival and a group of artists who read threats into contractual language regarding foreign artists has resulted in an apology — and a promise.
Future Makes Music History By Dropping Back-To-Back No. 1 Albums
The rapper known as Future just did something that has never been done in music history: his chart-topping album was just replaced at the No. 1 spot — by his next album.
Have Your Thumbs Fallen Off? PWR BTTM's 'Answer My Text' Is Your New Dating Anthem
The fab rock 'n' roll duo's new single is a nervous flirtation wrought in emojis and an all-caps chorus.
Listen: Fleet Foxes Returns With New Song And Album Details
The band's frontman Robin Pecknold announced the song on his Instagram account.
Chance The Rapper Puts Up $1 Million To Support Chicago Public Schools
"Gov. Rauner, do your job!" the Grammy winner said at a press conference, challenging political inaction and its impact on Chicago's South Side.
Future Makes History With Back-To-Back Chart Toppers
Atlanta rapper Future achieves a first in the history of the Billboard 200 chart with his back-to-back No. 1 albums, FUTURE and HNDRXX.