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Hermeto Pascoal: Brazil's Musical Sorcerer Dies at 88

The legendary Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist Hermeto Pascoal, known as 'O Bruxo' (The Sorcerer) for his magical approach to music, has passed away at 88, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of musical innovation.

Yankees Clubhouse Erupts After Red Sox Defeat

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone unleashed a furious tirade in the locker room following their devastating loss to bitter rivals Boston Red Sox, with tensions running high at Yankee Stadium.

Gilles Peterson's moving tribute to DJ Chris Hill

Broadcaster Gilles Peterson pays a moving tribute to the profound influence of DJ Chris Hill, whose soundtracks defined the 1970s rare groove scene and inspired a teenage Peterson's musical journey.

Marshall's RA show on Black enslavers challenges history

A major new exhibition by celebrated artist Kerry James Marshall at London's Royal Academy challenges conventional narratives by exploring the complex and often overlooked history of Black enslavers in America.

Discover the authentic music of New Orleans

An immersive travel guide to the living music scene of New Orleans. Explore the city's legendary jazz haunts, vibrant Cajun dance halls, and the very spots where American music history is made every night.

Hamilton's F1 cars transformed into breathtaking art

F1 legend Lewis Hamilton commissions a stunning, large-scale artwork featuring his multi-million pound collection of championship-winning Mercedes cars, blending motorsport history with contemporary art.

Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts

Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land

Folkestone Triennial 2024: Kent's Spectacular Art Festival

The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic

Joy Gregory's Radical Lens: Whitechapel Gallery Retrospective

Explore the powerful and poetic work of Joy Gregory, a seminal figure in Black British photography, as her major career survey opens at London's Whitechapel Gallery. Discover her profound explorations of identity, beauty, and cultural history.

McEwan's Scathing Indictment of Modern Liberalism

Ian McEwan's provocative new novel, 'What We Can Know', delivers a powerful critique of contemporary liberal thought, exploring its intellectual fragility and moral failings through a gripping narrative of a family in crisis.

Ian McEwan's Top 10 Books: The Definitive Ranking

Discover the definitive ranking of Ian McEwan's 10 greatest novels, from the Booker Prize-winning 'Amsterdam' to the controversial masterpiece 'Nutshell', featuring a foetus narrator.

Brazilian Jazz Legend Hermeto Pascoal Dies at 88

The music world mourns the loss of Hermeto Pascoal, the eccentric and profoundly influential Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist known as 'O Bruxo' (The Sorcerer), who has died aged 88.

Ian McEwan: Modern Novels Beat The Classics

Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.

Folkestone Triennial 2024: Coastal Art Transformation

The Folkestone Triennial 2024 transforms the Kent coast into a stunning open-air gallery with 14 groundbreaking installations. Explore how this major contemporary art event revitalises public spaces from 31 August.

Dennis Potter & Hilary Lloyd: A Radiant London Exhibition

A major new exhibition at London's Studio Voltaire, 'Very High Frequency', brings together the visionary works of Dennis Potter and Hilary Lloyd in a dazzling dialogue across generations, exploring themes of technology, the body, and broadcast media.

Frieda Hughes: Art & Poetry on Envelopes

An exclusive look at Frieda Hughes's captivating new exhibition, where poetry meets painting. Discover how she transformed 52 used envelopes into a profound visual and literary journey, confronting grief and the echoes of her famous family's history.

Brad Wall's 'Passe Ballet': Aerial Dance Photography

Acclaimed photographer Brad Wall unveils 'Passe Ballet', a stunning collection of aerial dance photography. Discover the breathtaking geometry and emotion captured from above, transforming dancers into living sculptures against minimalist landscapes.

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