Taj Mahal on Resurrecting a Lost Bill Withers Song as Title Track of New Album, ‘Time,’ More Than 60 Releases Into His Career: ‘I’m in It for the Duration’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Legendary artist Taj Mahal talks about covering a previously unheard Bill Withers song, 'Time,' for a new album of that name, and his 60-year career.

Slew of musical talent at CVV benefit concert

Hear the best local musical talent at one venue at the 2026 Champlain Valley Voices Benefit Concert on “This concert is one that has happened for a few years now, where it is a benefit ...

The best and worst of SXSW: Lainey Wilson's cool country, line frustrations, a proposal

From Christina Aguilera and Don Toliver to endless lines and wild weather, here are the best and worst moments from SXSW 2026 in Austin.
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The Passover Seder is an occasion for worship, storytelling and feasting

Before turning my attention to our Jewish festival of Passover, which will begin this year at sunset on Wednesday, April 1, I ...

Oscars 2026 winners list: ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ take top honours

Celebrities shine in sleek and daring silhouettes on the red carpet The Oscars celebrated the best movies of 2025, with Conan ...

Diane Warren extends disappointing Oscars record as she loses Original Song for 17th time

The acclaimed songwriter Diane Warren failed to shake off her Oscars curse at Sunday night's ceremony. Warren was nominated ...

Kate Hudson, Demi Moore and Emma Stone pose for a mid-Oscars selfie inside the ceremony

The actresses were joined by Emma's husband Dave McCary as Kate's fiance Danny Fujikawa reached out his arm to take the photo ...