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Does Vezt Provide Songwriters With Their Business Model of the Future?

Vezt trumpets itself as the savior of the struggling performer. But can the fledgeling start-up help artists get by? And can the company itself survive long enough to find out?

Jack Denton

People prepare a makeshift memorial as fans gather for a final public viewing of the late soul singer's remains on August 30th, 2018, in Detroit, Michigan.

Detroit Mourns Aretha Franklin (in Photos)

Thousands celebrated the singer's life and legacy during a final send-off in her hometown this week.

Emily Moon

The Wu-Tang Clan performs during a party to celebrate the release of their new album Iron Flag at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.

Social Justice

The FBI’s Long, Alarming History of Investigating Black Musicians

The agency's reported investigation of rapper Meek Mill's latest prison sentence seems to be an exception to a rule.

Jack Denton

Social Justice

Musicians May Not Have Better Sex Lives After All

New research throws doubt on the notion that musical ability indicates strong potential as a romantic partner.

Tom Jacobs

What Leads to a Lifetime of Music-Making?

Swedish researchers put their finger on a variety of factors, including starting early in life and taking lessons more than once a week.

Tom Jacobs

Social Justice

Study Casts Doubt on Superiority of Stradivarius Violins

Researchers find top-ranked musicians can’t distinguish the sound of a Strad—and often prefer newer instruments.

Tom Jacobs

Social Justice

How to Motivate a Young Musician

Inspiring school and home environments help students develop a sense of themselves as musicians, which prompts them to keep practicing.

Tom Jacobs