American singer, songwriter and pianist
The Knicks have clinched the NBA title, sparking celebrations across New York. Security around Madison Square Garden has intensified due to a presidential attendance, with perimeter controls and TSA-style screenings. Parades and watch parties are planned with limited outdoor viewing options.
A collection of obituaries and reflections from major outlets highlight the career of a legendary record executive who shaped artists from Janis Joplin to Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen. The pieces emphasize his instinct for pairing talent with mainstream appeal, and note Patti Smith’s counterpoint approach. The coverage spans the Independent, New York Times, Guardian and Scotsman, among others, with portraits of his long influence.
New York readies a ticker-tape parade through the Canyon of Heroes to crown the Knicks’ 53-year wait with a city-wide celebration. Mayor Mamdani has framed Thursday’s event as potentially the largest in New York’s history, with 10,000 officers on duty and security measures in place. The parade will travel from Battery Park to City Hall, featuring former Knicks icons and stars.
The Knicks’ championship has sparked a citywide celebration, with millions packing Manhattan streets for a ticker-tape parade. Crowds have reflected a rare moment of unity as Mayor Mamdani awards the team the key to the city and performances echo through City Hall. The event has disrupted normal life but has become a unifying spectacle for New Yorkers.
Music industry titan Clive Davis has died at his Manhattan home, after recent hospitalization for respiratory issues. He built CBS, Arista and J Records into powerhouses, signing Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and Aretha Franklin, among others. Reactions from peers and artists highlight his eye for talent and lasting influence on popular music.
New York has held its first-ever Knicks ticker-tape parade after the team has won the NBA title, drawing an estimated two million fans to Lower Manhattan on June 18. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has presented the team with keys to the city; Alicia Keys performed and a heavy NYPD security deployment managed crowds and closures.