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A Hidden Sexual-Assault Scandal at the New York Philharmonic

 Two musicians were fired for sexual misconduct. Why are they back with the orchestra? By Sammy Sussman
legacy

Diddy’s Open Secrets

 The rap mogul shook off decades of rumored bad behavior with wholesome PR revamps. By Craig Jenkins
the industry

The Country Boom Is Happening Outside Nashville

 Artists are ignoring gatekeepers, writing better music, and laying the groundwork for the genre’s future. By Justin Curto
  1. master class
    How Taylor Swift Won Back the PublicThe reputation era was the last time the pop star let someone else define her. Here’s how she rebuilt her image.
    By Nate Jones
  2. my single is dropping
    Lil Nas X Slowly Drives Nasarati 2 Out of the GarageChoosing songs for the mixtape has been slow going.
    By Bethy Squires
  3. music
    Coachella’s Gayest Moments, RankedFrom Reneé Rapp’s giant scissors to that new Billie Eilish teaser — queer pop stars showed out at the music festival.
    By Shannon Keating
  4. i feel it and i know
    Why Did a Straight Brit Get to Write About Kylie Minogue?We want a gay Australian, please.
    By Jason P. Frank
  5. respect the classics
    Shut Up at John Mellencamp’s ConcertsBecause if you “scream and yell and get drunk,” he’ll probably leave again.
    By Devon Ivie
  6. the festival circuit
    What’s 15 Years Working for Lana Del Rey Worth?Ten motorcycles? A phone call, at least?
    By Justin Curto
  7. that’s grandmother
    Ariana Grande’s Nonna Broke a Billboard RecordShe’s now the oldest person to ever make it on the Hot 100.
    By Jennifer Zhan
  8. tortured poets
    Professor Taylor Swift Teaches a Lesson in HeartbreakStudy up at Spotify’s library pop-up.
    By Justin Curto
  9. crime
    Philharmonic Players Accused of Sexual Misconduct No Longer PerformingThe two were previously let go in 2018, before the union lobbied for their reinstatement in 2020.
    By Jason P. Frank
  10. respect the classics
    The Beatles’ Let It Be Film No Longer Finds Itself in Times of TroubleThe documentary, newly restored by Peter Jackson, hits Disney+ on May 8.
    By Justin Curto
  11. deja vu
    CBS Is Turning the Lights Back On for Billy JoelThey will rebroadcast his 100th Madison Square Garden concert special after cutting off “Piano Man.”
    By Alejandra Gularte
  12. the law
    Justice Department Will File Anti-Trust Lawsuit Against Live NationLive Nation has been under fire for exorbitant ticket fees and lack of adequate customer service.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  13. the festival circuit
    The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of Coachella 2024LOW (complimentary): Lil Uzi Vert voguing.
    By Emma Madden, Alex Suskind, and Rebecca Alter
  14. song roulette
    Billy Idol Wanted More, More, More AnthemsThe rocker’s core belief: Bigger and louder is often better.
    By Devon Ivie
  15. irreversible entanglements
    A Timeline of Will and Jada’s ‘Bad Marriage for Life’Jada showed up to Coachella to support Will’s guest spot with J. Balvin.
    By Chris Murphy and Zoe Guy
  16. queer elders
    Coachella 2024: Reneé Rapp Rewrites ‘TiK ToK’ with KeshaRapp was introduced by the stars of The L Word and said “Fuck P. Diddy” with Kesha.
    By Bethy Squires
  17. the festival circuit
    Vampires Can Catch Vampire Weekend on the Coachella LivestreamSunday’s livestreams have started — including sets from Reneé Rapp, Mdou Moctar, and Doja Cat.
    By Alejandra Gularte and Jennifer Zhan
  18. oops
    Grimes Is Sorry That Everything Went Wrong at Coachella“There has never been a Grimes show without a major technical difficulty,” she explained.
    By Tom Smyth
  19. just two girls
    No Doubt Brought Out Their No. 1 Fan Olivia Rodrigo at CoachellaThey performed “Bathwater,” which came out three years before Rodrigo was born.
    By Tom Smyth
  20. baby
    Suki Waterhouse Basically Hosted a Coachella Gender RevealShe told the Friday night crowd all about her “own little amazing lady” after giving birth recently.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  21. rip
    Rico Wade, Dungeon Family Founder and Atlanta Producing Legend, Dead at 52He founded the Dungeon Family, where he helped craft the Southern hip-hop community in the ’90s.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  22. prayers answered
    Lana Del Rey Brought Disciple Billie Eilish to Her Coachella Resurrection“This is the reason for half you bitches existence, including mine.”
    By Alejandra Gularte
  23. lawsuits
    Drake Dismissed from Astroworld Tragedy LawsuitWhile Apple’s motion to dismiss was denied.
    By Jennifer Zhan
  24. soundtracks
    How Shrek 2 Blew My Band UpWhen Frou Frou sent in their “Holding Out for a Hero” cover for the film’s soundtrack, they never expected what followed.
    By Rachel Brodsky
  25. where’s the beef?
    John Oates Has ‘Moved On’ From Daryl Hall“We’re old guys. We deserve to be allowed to do whatever we want to do.”
    By Justin Curto
  26. q+a
    Geoff Rickly Ripped the Band-Aid Off to Make a New Thursday SongTheir first single in 13 years arrived after a “contentious” writing session.
    By Roxana Hadadi
  27. she-eo
    JoJo Siwa Demotes Herself to CEO of Gay PopIn a unanimous vote (of one). The board is still working out the details.
    By Jason P. Frank
  28. the industry
    Wait, Taylor Swift’s Music Is Back on TikTok?It’s unclear why her songs since 2019, released under UMG, have returned.
    By Justin Curto
  29. rap music on trial
    Everything We Know About YSL’s RICO CaseAn investigator for the prosecution has been accused of sexually harassing a witness.
    By Zoe Guy
  30. eurovision 2024
    Eurovision Is Facing Boycott Calls Over Israel’s InclusionThe European Broadcasting Union has released a statement condemning the “abuse or harassment” of any contestant.
    By Justin Curto
  31. the festival circuit
    Get Ready for a Very Online CoachellaWeekend one already has one good surprise: Vampire Weekend.
    By Justin Curto
  32. stay
    Rihanna Wants Monica Garcia Back on RHOSLCShe’s also a Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade believer.
    By Tom Smyth
  33. family dynasty
    Rumi Carter Is Keeping Billboard Records in the FamilyShe’s dethroned her sister Blue Ivy with her track, “Protector” on Cowboy Carter.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  34. where’s the beef?
    J. Cole Is Giving Us Cognitive DissonanceWhy would he regret his (very mild) Kendrick diss?
    By Craig Jenkins
  35. my album is dropping
    Billie Eilish’s Latest Hits Will Be Hard and SoftHer third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, is out May 17.
    By Justin Curto
  36. cmt awards 2024
    Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson, Sammy Hagar Tribute Toby Keith at CMT AwardsBrooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson, and Sammy Hagar all did covers.
    By Bethy Squires
  37. number ones
    Cowboy Carter Is Breaking Billboard Records, Y’allBeyoncé is the first Black woman to top the Country Album charts.
    By Bethy Squires
  38. wig
    Noah Kahan Pulled a Hannah Montana at Olivia Rodrigo’s ConcertThe “Stick Season” singer donned a disguise to watch the concert while still keeping his appearance a surprise.
    By Tom Smyth
  39. music review
    Amid the Alerts, Two Lightly Earthshaking Philharmonic DebutsKarina Canellakis and Alice Sara Ott powered through the bleeps.
    By Justin Davidson
  40. bop or flop
    Is JoJo Siwa’s ‘Karma’ a Flop or a Flop?Siwa’s a good girl gone bad, and we mean bad.
    Rebecca Alter and Jason P. Frank
  41. vulture lists
    Every Bizarrap Session, RankedThe vibe is El Quinto Escalón meets NPR Tiny Desk.
    By Cat Cardenas
  42. best of 2024
    The Best Songs of 2024 (So Far)A juicy diss track, an unadorned ballad, and a confident rock anthem.
    By Justin Curto and Alex Suskind
  43. q+a
    A Peace Summit With the Libertines LadsPete Doherty and Carl Barât agreed to some ground rules to make their new album. But what about an interview?
    By Devon Ivie
  44. scene report
    In the Belly of the BarbzFear them. Cheer them. Nicki Minaj fans are sticking by their queen.
    By Scaachi Koul
  45. bffs
    Billie Eilish Invites You to Be Her Close Personal Friend (on Instagram)The green bubble was very intentional.
    By Alejandra Gularte
  46. live to tell
    Madonna Is a Little Hung Up Over Concert LawsuitShe filed to dismiss the case, claiming that a late concert isn’t a “cognizable injury.”
    By Alejandra Gularte
  47. legends only
    Paul McCartney, Wriiter of ‘Blackbird,’ Approves of ‘Blackbiird’It’s “fab.”
    By Jason P. Frank
  48. this ain’t texas
    Beyoncé Takes the Hoedown to New OrleansAdding a bounce breakdown on “Texas Hold ’Em (Pony Up) Remix.”
    By Zoe Guy
  49. the festival circuit
    Coachella Really Needs the Press, Huh?Doja and Tyler are tweeting, Taylor is attending, and weekend two still isn’t sold out.
    By Justin Curto
  50. jennifer lopez
    Jennifer Lopez’s This Is Me … Now Tour Will Also Include Her … ThenThe dates have been rebranded as “greatest hits” shows amid poor ticket sales.
    By Justin Curto
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