NYC Music

The Song That Connects Jackson Browne, Nico and Margot Tenenbaum

Browne wrote “These Days” at 16. Now 75, he and some famous admirers reflect on his unexpected mainstay: “If a song is worth anything, it’s about the life of the listener.”

Published on: September 13, 2024, 12:41 pm

Sean Combs’s Legal Team Takes His Case to TikTok

As the music mogul faces civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct, one of his lawyers is defending him — in the court of social media.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 2:11 pm

Michael Tilson Thomas Leads Mahler at the New York Phil

The conductor led the New York Philharmonic in Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, an inspiring opening night for a season starting off unsettled.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 3:37 pm

A Soprano Who Despises Encores Interrupts Her Co-Star’s

Angela Gheorghiu drew criticism after she stormed onstage to stop a tenor’s encore during a performance of “Tosca” in Seoul.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 9:56 pm

Herbie Flowers, ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ Bassist, Dies at 86

A celebrated session musician who appeared on a host of classic rock albums, he made his most lasting mark with his contribution to Lou Reed’s most famous song.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 8:34 pm

5 of My Most Anticipated Albums of the Fall

A new indie-rock supergroup, a fruitful (if unexpected) partnership, an alt-rock icon going solo and more.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 6:48 pm

The Weeknd, FKA twigs, Soccer Mommy and More New Music

Hear tracks by Soccer Mommy, FKA twigs, Reyna Tropical and others.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 5:46 pm

Oasis Reunion Brings Back Spotlight on the Gallagher Hairstyle

News of a new tour put the band — and the rough-hewed hairstyles popularized by its sibling frontmen, Liam and Noel Gallagher — back in the spotlight.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 6:58 pm

Screamin’ Scott Simon, Dynamic Sha Na Na Keyboardist, Dies at 75

A mainstay and manager of a rock ’n’ roll nostalgia band, he wrote the lyrics to “Sandy,” a song heard in the hit film “Grease.”

Published on: September 13, 2024, 4:32 am

Michael Kiwanuka Makes the Simple Profound on ‘Small Changes’

The English songwriter will follow up his Mercury Prize-winning 2019 LP with his fourth album, “Small Changes,” in November.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 2:00 pm

Jon Bon Jovi Helps Woman Off Ledge of Nashville Bridge

The singer, who was filming a music video nearby, helped coax a woman to safety in Nashville.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 4:40 pm

All the Hollywood Celebrities Appearing On (and Off) Broadway This Season

George Clooney as Murrow! Denzel Washington as Othello! Mia Farrow as a larcenous landlord! So much to see!

Published on: September 12, 2024, 9:00 am

Memorable Moments of the 2024 VMAs: Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and More

Taylor Swift set a record and Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry delivered noteworthy performances as the show struck a balance between past and present.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 4:35 pm

5 Essential Frankie Beverly and Maze Songs, Including ‘Before I Let Go’

The singer, who died on Tuesday at 77, had a smooth, sunny delivery that turned at least one track into a lasting anthem of Black celebrations.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 2:38 am

Popcast: Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl, Sabrina Carpenter on Top

Plus: A conversation about the career of Rich Homie Quan, who died last week.

Published on: September 11, 2024, 9:27 pm

Dave Grohl’s Mystery Baby Offers a Lesson in Crisis Communication

The timing and content of Dave Grohl’s admission that he had a child outside his marriage was complimented for addressing the issue and relying on short memories.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 3:34 pm

Dawn Richard Sues Sean Combs, Alleging Threats and Groping

The lawsuit was filed by Dawn Richard, a member of groups assembled by Mr. Combs. A lawyer for Mr. Combs called the suit “manufactured” to get a “payday.”

Published on: September 11, 2024, 9:50 pm

Juilliard Receives $20 Million to Unite Disciplines and Support Jazz

The donations, from John and Jody Arnhold, will expand creative work across disciplines, help pay for an annual fall festival and support the jazz program.

Published on: September 11, 2024, 4:00 pm

Frankie Beverly, Frontman of the Soul Group Maze, Is Dead at 77

A consistent hitmaker on the R&B charts for almost 50 years, he had announced just this year that he would be retiring.

Published on: September 12, 2024, 12:55 pm

They Said Her Music Was Too Exotic. Now She’s a Classical Star.

Gabriela Ortiz, Carnegie Hall’s composer in residence this season, has spent her career channeling the sounds and sensibilities of Latin America.

Published on: September 11, 2024, 9:02 am

Taylor Swift Endorses Kamala Harris After Presidential Debate

Her Instagram post backing the vice president came shortly after Ms. Harris and former President Donald Trump had stepped off the debate stage.

Published on: September 11, 2024, 4:45 am

Was James Earl Jones an EGOT Winner? It’s Complicated.

The actor won just about every award he could — but his Oscar was an honorary one. Is that enough for an EGOT?

Published on: September 10, 2024, 11:16 pm

Will Jennings, Oscar Winner for ‘My Heart Will Go On,’ Dies at 80

As an in-demand lyricist, he won a shelf of awards for hits with Steve Winwood, Eric Clapton and Dionne Warwick, as well as for the theme song for “Titanic.”

Published on: September 11, 2024, 9:05 pm

Readers Pick Their Song of the Summer

You sent in an eclectic mix of tracks from Chappell Roan, Bad Bunny, Lawrence and more.

Published on: September 10, 2024, 6:00 pm

The N.Y. Law That Underpins Several Lawsuits Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

The law, which underpins several civil suits against Sean Combs, is the only remaining tool for reviving older claims in New York.

Published on: September 10, 2024, 9:01 am

Facing Criticism After Striking Singer, a Maestro Forms New Ensembles

John Eliot Gardiner, who hit a singer during a tour in France last year, said he was starting a new choir and orchestra.

Published on: September 9, 2024, 10:38 pm

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Country Album Snubbed by CMA Awards

The country-plus-everything-else album was given only limited promotion on country radio, with the success of the song “Texas Hold ’Em” driven by streaming and downloads.

Published on: September 9, 2024, 5:51 pm

Kendrick Lamar to Headline 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show

The rapper, who’s had a big year thanks to a beef with Drake that led to the smash song “Not Like Us,” will perform in New Orleans in February.

Published on: September 9, 2024, 12:40 am

Why You May Never See the Documentary on Prince by Ezra Edelman

A revealing new documentary could redefine our understanding of the pop icon. But you will probably never get to see it.

Published on: September 13, 2024, 3:42 pm

Isaiah Collier Funnels a ‘Very Radical Time’ Into a Vivid New Album

The saxophonist and composer made “The World Is on Fire” with recent racial violence — and protests decrying it, and demanding change — in the foreground.

Published on: September 8, 2024, 1:21 pm

Dan Morgenstern, Chronicler and Friend of Jazz, Dies at 94

He wrote prolifically about the music and played an important role in documenting its history, especially in his many years with the Institute of Jazz Studies.

Published on: September 9, 2024, 3:55 pm

The Creators of ‘Grounded’ Discuss Writing for the Met Opera

Jeanine Tesori and George Brant discuss the first time they heard “Grounded,” and how they instantly knew what they would change for the Met.

Published on: September 9, 2024, 3:51 pm

What Is That Song in ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’?

Meet the new “Day-O”: Richard Harris’s 1968 psychedelic pop hit “MacArthur Park,” which Donna Summer remade as a disco anthem.

Published on: September 7, 2024, 9:00 am