Too Much Music at SXSW Sparks Debate on Creativity
The SXSW festival closed with debate on music abundance. YouTube glut and endless choices worry industry veterans while tech leaders and artists praise rapid genre shifts and accessible tools. Rachel Platten recalls a decade of struggle before Fight Song and a first headlining tour, bus ride included.
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Dear Abby readers clash with midlife piercing display
In this Dear Abby column a 44 year old mother’s nipple piercings embarrass her daughters. The daughters urge a stop, while Abby says the behavior is inappropriate and suggests addressing it directly. A second reader asks about exposing online cheating, and Abby rebukes the catfisher, urging self work before judging others.
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Ask Amy readers navigate hosting a self inviting guest
A NYC spare bedroom owner questions a longtime friend's unasked self planned visit and a new girlfriend. The guest left no gratitude or help with costs and the host wonders how to address future stays while valuing the friendship. The reply advises clear boundaries and polite, direct communication.
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A home style spicy fried chicken guide with a tangy red chili glaze. Includes detailed ingredient mix for salt spice, flour coating, and buttermilk dredge, plus instructions for brining, frying, glazing, and reheating. Also shares notes on oil choices and cooking tips inspired by Nashville hot chicken.
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