The nostalgic ballads and catchy pop songs he wrote paved the way for an international career. He sold more than 100 million albums worldwide.
Tag: Pop and Rock Music
Rodriguez, Singer Whose Career Was Resurrected, Dies at 81
Two albums in the early 1970s went largely unnoticed in the United States, but not overseas. Then came the 2012 documentary “Searching for Sugar Man.”
Was That an Earthquake in Rome? No, It Was a Travis Scott Concert.
The rap star’s show in Rome at the Circus Maximus, an archaeological site by day and concert venue by night, has raised concerns about the risks posed by crowds.
O’Connor Was a Lonely Voice for Change, Until Ireland Changed With Her
Sinead O’Connor shocked her strongly Catholic country when she tore up the pope’s picture. But the Church’s sexual abuse scandals made Ireland more secular, and more understanding of her criticisms.
Sinead O’Connor Mourned in Irish Mountain Village Where She Once Lived
For three years, the singer, who died this week, found simplicity and happiness in a mountain sanctuary where she was just another neighbor.
Japanese Pop Star, Shinjiro Atae, Comes Out Publicly as Gay
“I don’t want people to struggle like me,” said Shinjiro Atae, making an announcement that is extremely unusual in conservative Japan.
Malaysia Halts Festival After Kiss Between The 1975 Members
The episode comes as rights groups have warned of growing intolerance against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the country, where homosexuality is a crime.
Toronto Prepares For Its ‘Beyoncé Weekend’
Beyoncé is starting the North American leg of her Renaissance tour on Saturday in Toronto, where fans are giddy and the gridlock is imminent.
Your Thursday Briefing: Israel’s West Bank Raid Ends
Also, fatal floods in China and other Asian countries.
Your Wednesday Briefing: A Dam Destroyed in Ukraine
Also, a victory for the Saudi-backed golf tour.