Pop Stars
What It’s Like to Cook for Pop Stars On Tour
After cooking on tour for pop stars and bands like Katy Perry, Paul McCartney, and Supertramp, I've dealt with a lot of crazy situations.
The Right to Be Forgotten: Why a New Artist's Biggest Battle Is Finding a Way to Delete Their Past
In 2015, it's not unusual for a record label to sign an artist, and immediately remove every single thing they've ever done.
Meet the Canadian Composer Who Makes Pop Stars
Stephan Moccio talks to us about working on The Weeknd’s new album and working with Miley Cyrus and Celine Dion.
Ariana Grande Slams Music Industry Sexism in a Tweet Complete with Gloria Steinem Quotes and Everything
2015 is rapidly becoming the year pop finally overtakes indie in terms of political consciousness.
Iggy Azalea’s Beef with Papa John's Is a Serious Wake-Up Call About Consumer Privacy
Iggy Azalea became the butt of many jokes this week when she ranted on Twitter about a Papa John's pizza delivery guy giving out her phone number, but her pizza feud exposes serious privacy issues.
What We Want From Pop Stars in 2015
How can music move forward when our idea of what makes a popstar "controversial" is making everything increasingly boring?
How Nick Jonas Became the King of Twinks
The former Disney star has aggressively courted gay audiences during his promotional tour for his first album. Are his intentions good, or is he looking to exploit gay listeners? I spent two months investigating Jonas in the context of gay history to...
How Nick Jonas Became the King of Twinks
Nick Jonas has aggressively courted gay audiences during his promotional tour for his first album. Are his intentions good, or is he looking to exploit gay listeners? I spent two months investigating Jonas in the context of gay history to find out.
Paris Hilton Is the Most Underrated Pop Star of All Time
Everyone knows Paris Hilton is a reality TV veteran, heiress, and successful businesswoman, but people forget that she's also one of the greatest pop stars of all time.
Britain's Pop Stars Are More Right-Wing Than You Think
They've put a lot of money in offshore tax shelters.
We Asked a Psychologist How Fame Fucked Over Robin Thicke
Did the feminist punching bag only sell 530 because of arrogance? Or because he sucks? We called Nadine Field—a psychologist who specializes in fame and celebrity—to find out.
Mariah Carey's Butterfly Soda Tastes Like a UTI Prevention Supplement
Considering Mariah Carey's Butterfly soda is advertised as a “melodic beverage inspired by the magic of Mariah Carey,” I thought the drink would taste like fairy dust and honey, but it actually tastes like a watered-down UTI supplement.