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Japan's 'kawaii' queen Kyary Pamyu Pamyu eyes global domination

The queen of Japan’s sugar-coated pop scene, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has unveiled bold plans to conquer the world — just as soon as she’s done her English homework. Despite extraordinary fame in her home country and frequent comparisons to American divas Katy Perry and Lady Gaga, the popette wants to capture hearts and minds further afield. “I’m happy for people to liken me to Katy Perry or Lady Gaga so

Rapper Talib Kweli releases anti-capitalism album – free

Politically charged rapper Talib Kweli on Saturday released a musical indictment of capitalism and, true to his principles, he gave it away for free. The New York rapper, known for his left-wing activism, put out with no prior warning a new album entitled “Fuck the Money,” which listeners can download for free from his website. The song, set to a synth-laden beat, is a collaboration with Cassper Nyovest, one of