The New York Times – T Magazine:
Ahead of the release of Scott’s first new album in over a decade, the musician and the artist discuss time-consuming art and the impulse to teach.
Author: Niela Orr
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R&B May Have a Major Grammys Night. Leon Thomas Is Ready.
The New York Times – Music:
The 32-year-old performer has spent years coming up as a singer and songwriter. On Sunday, he’ll compete for two top awards, album of the year and best new artist.
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Tessa Thompson and Nina Chanel Abney on the Uses of Delusion
The New York Times – T Magazine:
The “Hedda” actress and the artist chat about balancing art with commerce and the politicization of a Black queer figure.
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How Kendrick Lamar’s Performances Led Him to the Super Bowl Halftime Show
The New York Times – Music:
Ahead of his Super Bowl halftime show, a look at how the rapper has turned introspective rhymes into his own visual language.
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What’s Lost When Censors Tamper With Classic Films
The New York Times – Film:
A new edit of ‘The French Connection’ removes a racial slur. But nit-picking old artworks for breaking today’s rules inevitably makes it harder to see the complete picture.
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The Gag Is: Keke Palmer Is a Movie Star
The New York Times – Film:
With a face that launched a thousand GIFs, the actress is bringing her expressive range to “Nope,” Jordan Peele’s latest social thriller.