In South Korea, such allegations have affected the careers of public figures. The takedowns have public support, but critics wonder if some go too far.
Tag: Pop and Rock Music
U.K. Spy Agency Missed Chance to Stop Manchester Bombing, Inquiry Finds
The domestic security service MI5 failed to act on intelligence about a suicide attacker before he killed 22 people at a pop concert in 2017, an investigation concluded.
Tom Whitlock, Co-Writer of ‘Top Gun’ Anthem ‘Danger Zone,’ Dies at 68
Mr. Whitlock wrote the words for that song and the chart-topping “Take My Breath Away,” central elements in the success of the hit 1986 movie.
Seven Surprises
After a four-month book leave, I’m looking at what changed during that time.
Your Monday Briefing: The U.S. Shoots Down China’s Balloon
Also, Pervez Musharraf died and Beyoncé could have a big night at Grammy Awards.
Gary Glitter Is Released From Prison After Serving Half of His Sentence
The disgraced former glam rock singer was found guilty in 2015 of sexually abusing three young girls in the 1970s. He had been given a 16-year sentence.
Industry Gatekeepers
One company controls a wide swath of the concert industry, and lawmakers say music fans are paying the price.
Buckingham Palace Sets 3-Day Coronation Weekend for King Charles III
Among the highlights that the palace has announced are a star-studded concert at Windsor Castle, street parties and a national volunteering campaign. No word yet on whether Prince Harry will show up.
Bad Bunny’s Concert in Mexico Sold Out, But Many Ticket Holders Were Turned Away
The concert was supposed to be one of Mexico’s largest, sold out months before. Instead, one of the world’s biggest stars played to a half empty floor.
Suspected Crush at London Concert Leaves 1 Dead and 2 Critically Injured
The police responded to reports that a large crowd had tried to force its way into the O2 Academy Brixton, one of Britain’s most popular music venues.