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Herbie Hancock ‘thrilled, surprised and humbled’ by Polar Music Prize win

The jazz star said he was pleased to be among ‘great people’ in winning the award.

Evening Standard

Beyoncé Goes Topless In Photoshoot, Fans Claim It’s A New Album Hint: “Rock Era Loading”

Beyoncé's Halloween costumes have sparked speculation that her upcoming album will feature rock sounds. The post Beyoncé Goes Topless In Photoshoot, Fans Claim It’s A New Album Hint: “Rock Era Loading” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Beyoncé Transforms Into Betty Davis for Halloween, Sparking Rumors of a Future Rock Album

The pop star may have used her Halloween costume to hint at her next project.

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For Halloween 2024, Celebrities Channeled Movie Stars, Superheroes, and... Albino Alligators?!

From 'Legally Blonde' to 'Striptease' and 'Toy Story,' nothing was off the table.

Marie Claire

‘I love you Lizzo’: Beyoncé shouts out embattled singer after dancer lawsuit

Singer appears to have shown support for Lizzo on tour after she denied allegations that she was abusive towards her former dancers

The Independent UK

Beyoncé’s mother addresses speculation singer changed lyrics in response to Lizzo lawsuit

Beyoncé didn’t say Lizzo’s name during her performance of ‘Break My Soul (The Queens Remix)’ on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Beyoncé seemingly removes Lizzo shout-out from song during concert following harassment claims

Some fans believe the altered lyrics were a reference to recent criticism from Erykah Badu

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Beyoncé seemingly removes Lizzo shout-out from song during concert following harassment claims

Some fans believe the altered lyrics were a reference to recent criticism from Erykah Badu

The Independent UK

Funk diva Betty Davis to be celebrated at free, 8-hour ‘Wall to Wall Women of Soul’ festival

NEW YORK — Betty Davis — the groundbreaking funk diva who influenced a generation of genre-defying performers such as Joi, Erykah Badu and Janelle Monae — is among the list of Black female singers to be celebrated this weekend during a free marathon concert event.

Tribune News Service

Letter: Betty Davis obituary

Tina Morris writes: Betty delighted in the role of ‘flaneur’: with her hair tamed under a peaked cap she presented a slender, androgynous figure

The Guardian - UK

Farewell to an Indian legend

Lata Mangeshkar, one of India's most famous singers, has died at the age of 92. Sometimes called the "Queen Of Melody" or the "Nightingale Of India", she was, with her sister Asha Bhosle, one of the most influential Bollywood playback singers. Her career spanned 70 years, during which time she…

Bangkok Post

Betty Davis: Free-spirited queen of funk who inspired music greats

With her silver go-go boots, towering afro and uninhibited vocals, Davis was one of the most formidable performers of the mid-Seventies

The Independent UK

Betty Davis obituary

Pioneering funk singer whose uncompromising stance resonated with a new generation of musicians

The Guardian - UK

Betty Davis, ‘down and dirty funk’ pioneer, dead at 77

Davis’ work showcased her fearless personality and sexuality and insistence on control of her material and her image.

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The Guardian - UK

Betty Davis projected her own liberation – and freed up generations in her wake

Loved by artists from Prince to Butthole Surfers, Davis created a fearlessly sexual, futurist sound that planted the seeds of rebellion

Evening Standard

Betty Davis dead: Queen of Funk and second wife of Miles Davis dies age 77

A studio portrait of Betty Davis

Tribune News Service

Betty Davis, groundbreaking funk diva and ex-wife of Miles Davis, dead at 77

Betty Davis, a funk music trailblazer who was married to jazz great Miles Davis, died Wednesday at 77.

Daily Record

Betty Davis dead: Funk singer and ex-wife of Miles Davis dies aged 77

The 77-year-old was known for hits such as Get Ready for Betty, It’s My Life, If I’m In Luck I Might Get Picked Up between 1964 and 1975.

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The Guardian - US

Betty Davis, raw funk pioneer, dies at 77

Trailblazing funk artist and second wife of Miles Davis released three influential albums in the 1970s before leaving the industry

The Independent UK

Betty Davis death: Funk music icon dies, aged 77

Trailblazer was known for provocative lyrics that saw her banned from US television

Daily Mirror

Betty Davis dead: Queen of funk singer and the ex-wife of Miles Davis dies aged 77

American funk and soul singer Betty Davis has died from natural causes, reports claim

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