The New York Times – Music:
M.I.A. made the comments at a concert in Dallas, drawing boos from the audience and criticism online.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The two rappers ratcheted up hostilities with a pair of blustery, acid-dipped singles, each aiming to hit the other where it hurts.
The New York Times – Music:
Minaj’s first studio LP in five years, “Pink Friday 2,” opens at the top of the album chart, while “All I Want for Christmas Is You” takes the No. 1 singles slot back from Brenda Lee.
The New York Times – Music:
On “Pink Friday 2,” the rapper remains a star navigating hip-hop on sometimes untested terms. But even as she’s receded from the center of the genre, her lessons remain.
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Tems, Idles, Adrianne Lenker and others.
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Nicki Minaj hosted and helped close out a nearly four-hour show heavy on performances and reaction shots of Taylor Swift in the audience.
The New York Times – Music:
Buzzy debuts (Chappell Roan, Evian Christ) and anticipated follow-ups (Jorja Smith, yeule) are due this season.
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Peter Gabriel, Lauren Mayberry, Oneohtrix Point Never and others.