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With a sold-out concert at The Sinclair, Paris Paloma is just getting started

Best known for her viral song “labour,” the 24-year-old Glasgow-born artist has resonated with women who post TikToks using the song to voice their struggles and experiences with the patriarchy.

Boston Lyric Opera leases large Fort Point space
The opera company, which has been without a long-term hub since 2016, signed a multiyear lease for an anchor space at Midway Artist Studios.

After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA unity celebration
Not content with merely taking a victory lap after winning his battle last month against fellow rap superstar Drake, Kendrick Lamar turned his Juneteenth “Pop Out” concert into a celebration of Los Angeles unity.

Ben Platt revels in sweetness on ‘Honeymind’ tour

The Broadway star and songwriter kicked off a monthlong North American tour at the Wang Theatre.

Singer Justin Timberlake charged with driving while intoxicated in the Hamptons
Timberlake was released from custody later in the morning after being arraigned in Sag Harbor.

‘The music is going up’: Guitarist Mdou Moctar, from Niger, offers a hard rock version of desert blues.
Moctar and his group return to Massachusetts this weekend for an appearance at the Green River Festival on Saturday followed by a headlining gig at the Paradise on Sunday.

MUSIC REVIEW
Bonnie Raitt upholds her timeless talent, enduring appeal at MGM Fenway
The 74-year-old singer’s sold-out show was a masterclass in defying age-old expectations.

R.E.M. reunite at Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony also honoring Timbaland and Steely Dan
The annual event celebrated a talented group of songwriters that included R.E.M., Steely Dan, and Timbaland, who conducted a medley of his massive hits.

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The Who’s Roger Daltrey, talkin’ ’bout his generation

Ahead of two local shows, the singer talks about his Keith Moon biopic, how Boston saved his career, and life in postwar England.

When Kyshona comes to Club Passim, the therapist is in

As the soulful singer-songwriter tours nationally, she brings along her mental health work.

From folk to funk: Your guide to summer music festival season in Mass. and R.I.

Whether you’re seeking kid-friendly fun or jam sessions with green goals, this season offers fresh-air lineups for all ages.

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Watch: Big names in music come to Boston this summer

‘Tis the season to get outside and enjoy live music.

SOUND CHECK

Along with Lana Del Ray at Fenway, legends new and old come to life

Sound Check is the Globe’s weekly guide to concerts, tunes, and trends rooted in Boston and beyond. This column covers June 14-20.

Canadian supergroup Trans-Canada Highwaymen keeps CanRock’s flame burning

With a new album of '60s/'70s classics, the four CanRock titans are on the road again.

Alisa Amador almost quit music. Then, NPR called.

On her debut album, ‘Multitudes,’ the Cambridge singer-songwriter finds the strength to ‘coexist with the questions.’

Boston Pride festival headliner Jordy has always been ‘loud and proud’

The BU (and Treblemakers) alum, whose third album releases June 14, takes the Boston Common stage this Saturday.