American musician, Wu-Tang Clan’s de facto leader, producer, actor, author
Live reviews capture Metallica’s Glasgow stadium triumph and Interpol’s return with This Mirror Weighs a Ton, highlighting energy, set-pieces, and renewed ambition amidst a changing live-rock scene.
A roundup compiles notable birthdays from this week across Independent, AP News and other outlets, highlighting a cast of performers aged from 36 to 82 as of mid-July 2026.