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Rick Astley: why we’re never gonna give up the evergreen 80s pop idol

As the singer prepares to host the BBC’s new year special, it caps a stellar 2023 for the star who launched a meme phenomenonSome may think: why is the BBC welcoming in 2024 with “Mr 1987”? Though that suggests they missed the memo about the spectacula...

Lizzo files motion to try to prevent harassment lawsuit against her

Singer’s legal battle with former employee Asha Daniels continues, with lawyers arguing lawsuit is meritless and improperly filedLawyers for pop singer Lizzo have filed a motion to try to prevent a harassment lawsuit against her coming to court.In Sept...

I’m loving mangers instead: why are there no wintry pop ballads any more?

In the 90s and 00s, you couldn’t move for pop stars emoting in warm coats – but this subgenre has been overtaken by pure Christmas feverAhead of the announcement of the Christmas No 1 on 22 December, the halls of the UK Top 10 are decked with festive c...

Amp Fiddler, funk musician with all-star collaborations, dies aged 65

Joseph Fiddler performed and recorded with Prince, Seal and Maxwell, and mentored hip-hop producer J DillaJoseph Fiddler, the funk musician known as Amp Fiddler who was acclaimed for solo work and collaborations with generations of diverse musicians, h...

Neil Young: Before and After review – with age comes tenderness

(Reprise)Gentle melodies and minimal instrumentation grace this live album of mostly lesser-known songs from the seven decades of Young’s careerAt 78, “Shakey” is showing no signs of slowing down, although he seems more comfortable with looking back. R...