Briefing: Alison Bechdel on 'The True Story of the Bechdel Test'
Strategic angle: Acclaimed cartoonist discusses the origins and impact of the Bechdel Test on gender representation in film.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Entertainment
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Briefing: ‘More Than A Feeling’ Boston frontman Tommy DeCarlo dies aged 60
Strategic angle: Tommy DeCarlo, who performed with the classic rock band Boston for nearly 20 years, has died at age 60 after battling brain cancer.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
DJ Entel's How You Broke Me: A New Entry in Trance Music
DJ Entel's latest EP, How You Broke Me, presents a personal exploration within the trance genre, raising questions about emotional resonance in music.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
Briefing: Nearby red dwarf star hosts at least four planets—with one in the habitable zone
Strategic angle: Astronomers confirm two additional planets orbiting GJ 887, adding to the existing knowledge of its planetary system.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Briefing: Free of Warner Bros., Netflix Is a Growth Stock Once Again
Strategic angle: Netflix's separation from Warner Bros. positions it for renewed growth in the market.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Briefing: Concert promoter Live Nation settles US monopoly case over ticket sales
Strategic angle: Justice department alleged company illegally dominates market and uses ‘exclusionary conduct’ to control venues
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Briefing: Franz Ferdinand call out ‘warmongering murderers’ IDF and their song theft in propaganda video
Strategic angle: Alex Kapranos criticizes the IDF for using their hit song 'Take Me Out' in a controversial propaganda video.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Nameless Festival 2026 Lineup: Analyzing Market Implications
The announcement of the Nameless Festival 2026 lineup, featuring top artists like Calvin Harris, signals potential shifts in the entertainment market landscape.
Editorial Staff Mar 8
Deadlynoiz's Remix of 'Calling' Signals Strategic Shift in Dubstep
The reworking of Andromedik and Ragdoll's 'Calling' by Deadlynoiz could reshape listener expectations and market dynamics within the dubstep genre.
Editorial Staff Mar 7
Perspective: Morrissey: Make-Up Is a Lie review – nostalgic, sentimental and dull, he is a shadow of what he once was
Executive context: Dodgy conspiracy theories are thankfully kept to one track, but the rest is not much better, lacking insight even when Morrissey returns to his specialist subjects.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: ‘It’s 10,000 people saying – we’re with you’: inside Trans Mission, a night of solidarity and joy for a community under stress
Executive context: Olly Alexander and Glyn Fussell’s starry, Live Aid-inspired shindig is a show of unity in a dark time for trans people.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: The Game of Thrones movie is coming – but how are they going to make audiences root for the baddies?
Executive context: The early intel from George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire novels paints the Targaryens as tyrants – so making them the heroes is going to require some hefty literary PR.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: Oscar race enters final stretch as Sinners gains ground with Actor awards win
Executive context: With voting now closed, the months-long campaign for Oscar glory is over – but industry insiders are still dissecting every award-season clue in a tight best picture race.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: Post your questions for Kim Gordon
Executive context: The Sonic Youth musician will answer your queries ahead of the release of her third solo album.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: ‘Did I just hear what I thought I heard?’: Sinners’ Delroy Lindo on Bafta N-word controversy
Executive context: The actor reflects on the shocking moment during the Baftas when a racial slur was broadcast.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Perspective: Add to playlist: the maximalist melancholy of Hannah Lew and the week’s best tracks
Executive context: The Californian creative navigates seamlessly from bass-driven disco to sparse electronic beats on her expansive debut album.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
World Music Day 2026: Analyzing Global Participation and Cultural Impact
Since its inception in 1982, World Music Day has evolved into a significant cultural event, with participation from over 120 countries, reflecting diverse musical traditions.
Editorial Staff Mar 5
Navigating Rome's Tourism: A Cautionary Approach for First-Time Visitors
Rome's allure brings over 10 million visitors annually, yet many mismanage their time. A careful analysis of travel distances is essential for optimizing the tourist experience.
Editorial Staff Mar 5
Miami Music Week's Venue Shift to Hialeah Park: A Strategic Move
The decision to host Miami Music Week at Hialeah Park Racetrack reflects a strategic pivot that could reshape the event's dynamics and audience engagement.
Editorial Staff Mar 5
2ŁØT's 'Favorite Star': A Strategic Move in House Music Dynamics
The release of 'Favorite Star' by 2ŁØT combines house vibes with haunting vocals, potentially reshaping listener expectations in the genre.
Editorial Staff Mar 5