Britney Spears: Glory — review
The album features a medley of sharply produced beats through which the singer’s vocals flow with clever digital processing
The Life of a Song: ‘Toxic’
The Britney Spears hit co-written by three Swedes has been deconstructed and used in a play about a post-apocalyptic future
Ariana Grande, O2 Arena, London — review
A strong performance underlined Grande’s accomplished move from child stardom to the next stage
Britney Spears: Britney Jean
An over-preponderance of ballads makes good on the singer’s promise, or threat, to deliver her most ‘personal’ record yet
Music sales hit first upbeat since 1999
Digital downloads and subscription services lift revenue
Jewel personalities
Brands are turning to stars with big social media followings to promote their wares
Miike Snow: Happy to You
Personable vocals and upbeat tunes from a temperate summer album
Are they not fragrant?
Fragrances by A-list stars are among the bestsellers but what do they smell like?
Case study: Making money from music
Lady Gaga harnessed power of social media
Remakes muscle into Hollywood
The supposed creative capital of the world appears to have run out of ideas, writes Matthew Garrahan
Spotify launches in the US
High-profile names back launch of the European digital music service
US recorded music sees first growth for years
Strong album releases from the likes of Adele lift quarter
X marks the spot for Pepsi in Cowell tie-up
$70m push as group hopes talent show will help revive cola brand
Can Hollywood stars bring Michelin stars?
The restaurant industry is fickle and challenging even for celebrities
