Fatima Clarke 
As some rock stars resort to questionable diversions during lengthy tours, Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers chose a different path during their 2022-24 world tour. Instead of falling into bad habits, the 63-year-old bassist reconnected with the trumpet, an instrument he played in his youth before his career in funky rock beckoned. His … Read more
Throughout the harsh winter months in New York, I found solace in “Crank,” a wildly energetic track by electropop sensation Slayyyter. This song is a sensory overload, featuring the artist energetically maneuvering through a chorus that, and I say this with the utmost praise, resembles the tumult of an airplane disaster. Amidst global turmoil, I’ve … Read more
From London Recommended if you enjoy All Saints, Frou Frou, Nelly Furtado What’s next EP currently available; touring with After in May When I first listened to Gianna’s track “Shadow of a Bird,” it immediately evoked memories of the scent of Impulse body spray. The song beautifully captures the refined boho-pop style reminiscent of early … Read more
Achieving viral fame or selling out concerts is impressive, but getting a custom-made piece of fashion from the pioneer of funk is another level entirely. Last spring, while at Coachella in California, Leon Thomas was about to perform with Ty Dolla $ign and George Clinton when Clinton approached him. “He recognized me as the guy … Read more
Robyn remains quiet, eyes shut, seemingly lost in thought for a lengthy moment. “Wow,” she finally expresses, breaking the silence. “This is profoundly moving.” It’s been eight years since the seasoned alt-pop artist last graced the music scene. Currently, she reflects on the transformative period of her life since her last album release. At 46, … Read more
The first tune that captured my heart Though my father’s record collection was rather modest in size, it was filled with iconic musicians like Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Ella Fitzgerald, and Tina Turner. A particular favorite of mine was “America” by Simon and Garfunkel, which conveyed a deep sense of optimism and the desire for … Read more
It’s often mentioned that the cast of the new Saturday Night Live UK is filled with newcomers, which has been a major talking point during its celebrated first week. However, insiders from the comedy and theater scenes will recognize many of these faces, particularly George Fouracres. Known from his popular “What kind of Irish is … Read more
Kimberly Belflower has creatively reimagined Arthur Miller’s iconic play, The Crucible, to reflect the sensibilities of the #MeToo era. Set in a 2018 classroom, a group of predominantly female students is inspired by current events to form a feminist club. This modern twist explores the nuances of young womanhood amidst the backdrop of the Harvey … Read more
Following her captivating performance in Evita, Rachel Zegler returns to the Palladium stage, this time joined by Ben Platt for a special 25th-anniversary concert of Jason Robert Brown’s musical, The Last Five Years. Just days before, Lily Allen graced the same stage with her powerful performance titled West End Girl, exploring themes of a love … Read more
An actor from a recent staging of Othello disclosed that the audience often reacted to the play’s murder scenes with laughter. This unusual response might stem from exposure to the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s 1987 production, The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged), which has been a fixture in the West End and on global tours. This … Read more
