There is a specific kind of cognitive dissonance that defines the modern celebrity industrial complex, and Chris Brown is currently its primary case study. While the world is being asked to celebrate the “purest love” of a newborn baby, the legal machinery is simultaneously preparing for a trial involving allegations of brutal violence. It is … Read more
Another celebrity offspring finds themselves on the wrong side of the law, and this time it’s Elijah Allman, son of Cher and the late Greg Allman. While a run-in with the law isn’t inherently a cultural earthquake, the Allman/Cher lineage carries a certain weight – a legacy of rock ‘n’ roll rebellion and, let’s be … Read more
Michael Galvin, a name synonymous with New Zealand television for over three decades, reveals a surprisingly grounded upbringing in a new interview. It’s a fascinating portrait of a man who’s become a national fixture, but whose path wasn’t paved with the usual artistic ambition. This isn’t a tale of a child prodigy destined for the … Read more
Sly Dunbar, Reggae Drumming Pioneer of Sly & Robbie, Dies at 73 Lowell “Sly” Dunbar, the celebrated Jamaican drummer who, alongside bassist Robbie Shakespeare, formed the iconic rhythm section Sly & Robbie, has passed away. He was 73 years old. Dunbar’s death marks a profound loss for the world of reggae and music as a … Read more
India isn’t just a market for live entertainment anymore; it’s rapidly becoming a defining one. The surge in concerts and events, fueled by a young, affluent population, signals a significant shift in the global entertainment landscape. It’s no longer enough for artists to *include* India on a tour – they need to build experiences *for* … Read more
It’s a holiday season reminder that even public figures aren’t immune to the ripple effects of trauma – and that navigating those effects requires a level of grace often missing from the public discourse. Musician Hollie Smith, known professionally as “Like Water,” is using a deeply personal experience – a recent car accident – to … Read more