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Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake: how real is the feud?
In the Spotlight Beef between Californian rapper and Canadian hip-hop star goes 'nuclear' with diss tracks full of serious allegations
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Eurovision 2024: how is politics playing out in Sweden?
Today's big question World's most popular song contest 'has always been politically charged' but 'this year perhaps more so than ever'
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Is pop music now too reliant on gossip?
Talking Point Taylor Swift's new album has prompted a flurry of speculation over who she is referring to in her songs
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How Taylor Swift changed copyright negotiations in music
under the radar The success of Taylor's Version rerecordings has put new pressure on record labels
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Get into the groove at these delightful record stores
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Taylor Swift's surprise double album: an event of 'world-shaking proportions'
In the Spotlight Fans are 'reeling' after The Tortured Poets Department is followed by The Anthology – 15 additional tracks
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Why Chechnya has banned music that is 'too fast or too slow'
Under The Radar Many Western pop songs – and Russian national anthem – fall foul of new rules to protect 'cultural heritage'
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Back to backlash: is Amy Winehouse biopic trashing her legacy?
Talking Point Fans of the late singer-songwriter are unimpressed by previews of the upcoming film
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Eurovision stars weigh politics and principles as calls for boycott over Israel grow
Under The Radar One of the biggest artistic competitions on Earth finds itself in the middle of a widening debate about if — and how — to address the ongoing war in Gaza
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Is Beyoncé now a country superstar? Depends on who you ask.
In the Spotlight The pop diva's 'Texas Hold 'Em' is the hottest country song on the charts. Why won't some people admit the obvious?
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Concert tours to see this spring
The Week Recommends Ring in the new season with a selection of live performances
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Feds raid Diddy homes in alleged sex trafficking case
Speed Read Homeland Security raided the properties of hip hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs
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Aya Nakamura at the Paris Olympics
In the Spotlight Racist backlash follows reports singer may perform an Edith Piaf song at opening ceremony
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10 upcoming albums to stream as spring blooms
The Week Recommends Say farewell to the snow with a selection of new music
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