The New York Times – Music:
The singer, 37, had pleaded guilty after hitting a music producer repeatedly in the head with a bottle in 2023.
Author: Alex Marshall
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Russell Brand Labeled ‘Sexual Predator’ at Rape and Assault Trial
The New York Times – Film:
The prosecution, outlining its case against Mr. Brand, said that during the time when crimes were said to have taken place, he saw women as “simply a means to an end.”
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Gary Glitter Pleads Not Guilty to Child Sexual Abuse Charges
The New York Times – Music:
Accusations against the glam rock singer relate to incidents that are said to have occurred between 1978 and 1981.
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Eurovision Bans Countries in War Zones From Hosting
The New York Times – Music:
The event’s organizers would not say whether that included Israel, but its participation has been a matter of contention during the war in Gaza.
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With ‘The Galloping Cure’ in Edinburgh, Missy Mazzoli Tackles the Opioid Crisis
The New York Times – Music:
The composer Missy Mazzoli, driven by personal loss, has turned America’s overdose epidemic into a dark, fantastical allegory.
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Boy George Pulled From ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Days After Posting Pro-Israel Reggae Song
The New York Times – Music:
Boy George’s manager said he was pulling the singer from a role in “Jesus Christ Superstar” in “the best interests of my artist.”
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Glen Hansard, Frontman of Irish Band the Frames, Dies at 56
The New York Times – Music:
The Irish singer-songwriter, who won an Oscar for the song “Falling Slowly” from the movie “Once,” died in a motorcycle crash.
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‘The Odyssey’ Hired Their Viking Ship. They Say It Came Back Damaged.
The New York Times – Film:
A Swedish Viking center said its vessel was used in the filming of Christopher Nolan’s epic but needed repairs when it was returned. Now, the center is seeking compensation.