NEW YORK (AP) — Dolly Parton didn’t think her philanthropy made her special. She thought it was just part of being human. “I think it’s important for everyone to do their share to help their fellow man,” she told The Associated Press in 2022, adding, “I get paid more attention ...
NEW YORK (AP) — Dolly Parton was more than a musician, actor, author, philanthropist, or theme-park entrepreneur. Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80, occupied a space in our global cultural imagination — a figure of American mythology, someone best described as larger-than-life and then a ...
ATLANTA (AP) — Mike D 5D, a new project from former Beastie Boy Michael Diamond, will release “Thank You” on Friday — the debut solo album from the MC and the first new music from the Beastie Boys’ camp since the 2012 death of Adam “MCA” Yauch. “Thank You” is a debut album ...
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians ratified a three-year contract Tuesday, avoiding what could have been the first strike in the ensemble’s 145-year history. The orchestra and management have had strained relations since BSO decided in March to force out music director Andris Nelsons next summer after 13 seasons. The prior contract was set to expire last Sunday and was extended for 48 hours. “This agreement marks an important step toward a more collaborative future for the BSO,” orchestra management, trustees, the Boston Musicians’ Association, ...
It says something about us that dogs are critical when it comes to postapocalyptic movies. Tom Hanks had an adorable terrier in “Finch” and Will Smith had a heroic German shepherd in “I Am Legend.” Another German shepherd is due to accompany Brad Pitt in next month’s “Heart of ...
“The Whisper Man” film adaptation and a new album from the Alabama Shakes are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time this week, as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: a ...
