The First Movie About Pop Music to Nail Its Mediocrity
This summer’s “Trap,” from M. Night Shyamalan, works hard to turn its fictional star — and her fans — into heroes. Read More
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Mk.gee, an Unlikely Guitar God, Chases the Promise of Pop
At 27, he has a desire to rethink how music is made, and the confidence to do it. Stars including Eric Clapton, Frank Ocean and Justin Bieber are buying in. Read More
Is pop music shaking off the quiet, cursive vocal style?
Delving into the history of "cursive singing," the artists who pioneered it in the 2010s, and the artists finally shaking it off in the 2020s. Read More
Sabrina Carpenter and Pop’s Next Gen Have a Secret Weapon: Amy Allen
The songwriter behind the summer smashes “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” is helping drive a moment of idiosyncrasy in Top 40 hits. Read More
Column | This season’s best pop concerts extend ‘Brat’ summer into fall
Charli XCX has a gift for finding and collaborating with like-minded talents at the fringes of pop music. This fall, many will perform in the D.C. area. Read More
Huge pop icon, 78, in talks to headline Glastonbury’s legends slot in 2025
Could 2025 finally be the year? Read More
The Sabrina Carpenter effect
The pop star has hit the mainstream thanks to a playful sense of humour that brings her smart, elliptical songs to life. Read More
33 Trivia Tidbits About Pop Music
Once you pop, the fun don’t stop! Wait, that slogan is about pop music, right? Read More
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