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Rodriguez, Searching for Sugar Man singer with an aura of mystery, dies at 81

Rodriguez, Searching for Sugar Man singer with an aura of mystery, dies at 81

The Detroit singer-songwriter was championed decades after his 1970 debut album by fans in Australia and South Africa, and became the subject of an Oscar-winning documentary.

  • by Harrison Smith

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Boy George: ‘Mum was terrified people would attack me when I dressed up’

Boy George: ‘Mum was terrified people would attack me when I dressed up’

“She thought I’d grow out of this phase but she became my collaborator and started making my clothes. She could copy patterns by famous designers to perfection.”

  • by Jane Rocca
Lizzo says she’s ‘not the villain’ after dancers’ sexual harassment allegations

Lizzo says she’s ‘not the villain’ after dancers’ sexual harassment allegations

Three of the Grammy winner’s former backup dancers made numerous allegations including sexual, religious and racial harassment, disability discrimination, assault and false imprisonment.

Lizzo accused of sexual harassment and body-shaming by former backup dancers

Lizzo accused of sexual harassment and body-shaming by former backup dancers

Accusations within the lawsuit include sexual harassment, creation of a hostile work environment and interference with prospective economic advantage.

  • by Nell Geraets
Troubled singer’s career defined by emotional hit Nothing Compares 2 U

Troubled singer’s career defined by emotional hit Nothing Compares 2 U

Sinead O’Connor’s life was a series of public breakdowns and comebacks, bids for attention and escape, and desperate attempts to overcome mental illness through art, love and religion.

‘I’m not sure it’s for me’: What happened when I took my dad to Lizzo

‘I’m not sure it’s for me’: What happened when I took my dad to Lizzo

Lizzo’s Sydney Splendour sideshow was for the fans – featuring Sasha Flute, her tiny bag, a shoey, and lots and lots of sequins.

  • by Em Meller
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Going where there’s uncommon wealth
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Going where there’s uncommon wealth

Sheik got games.

Walk in as an audience member, leave as a performer

Walk in as an audience member, leave as a performer

Pub Choir has achieved cult status, with thousands of people attending sold-out shows. Ahead of an overseas tour, we speak to founder Astrid Jorgensen to find out why.

  • by Kerrie O'Brien
Not talkn’ ’bout my generator
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Not talkn’ ’bout my generator

Whatever way you spinet.

A welcome dose of reality
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A welcome dose of reality

And a couple of footy teams with a beef.

Racing the acrostic clock
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Racing the acrostic clock

Going one up after getting one down.