Janelle Monáe: a masterclass in progressive showbiz spectacle
The flawlessly classy US singer, actor – and so much more – unleashes costumes, speeches and body-positive party tunes in a virtuoso set spanning two decades of shapeshifting
This much I know
Róisín Murphy: ‘I think our culture is too hedonistic’
The singer, 51, on making memories, disliking therapy, and a terrifying meeting with Grace Jones
The Q&A
Fran Healy of Travis: ‘What did I want to be growing up? Not poor’
VIP Taylor Swift ticket holders get obstructed view – are pricey packages worth the cash?
Interview
‘Theresa May made the whole country rally against migrants’: UK rapper Berwyn on poverty, perseverance and hostile politics
News
Noel Gallagher says Glastonbury is ‘a bit woke now’ and criticises political musicians
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With songs about heartbreak and capitalism, the cult pop singer is on the brink of the mainstream – but the intensity of her fandom has her fearing for her safety
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The nearly 50-year-old song has been adopted by the under-30s to describe their particular feelings of ennui
Feature
‘In one scene, Celine Dion’s dancing. Next, she’s on a gurney’: making the film about the singer’s tragic condition
The star has Stiff Person Syndrome, meaning moments of elation can trigger potentially lethal spasms. We meet the director who captured the singer’s Las Vegas home life – and one shocking attack that almost killed her
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Jesus and Mary Chain, Robert Fripp and more sue PRS for Music over concert royalties
Why are UK radio stations ignoring Black British music to play recycled American rap?