The Troubled Origins of Amy Winehouse’s ‘Tears Dry on Their Own’
Nearly 15 years after her death, the song’s bright arrangement and bruised lyrics still cut deep—a contrast born from a rare moment of studio frustration.
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Queen Latifah Hosts AMAs as Breakthrough Categories Reshape the Night
With first-time nominees Olivia Dean and Sombr picking up seven nominations each, the American Music Awards signalled a shift toward emerging talent.
Olivia Dean and the Shure SM58, a 60-Year-Old Microphone That Still Works Every Night
The British singer keeps a wired SM58 at the center of her live show. It’s the same model Phil Oakey once used in a Sheffield toilet to cut “Don’t You Want Me.”
Olivia Dean’s Lyrical Barometer: “If I Wouldn’t Say It Out Loud, I Probably Wouldn’t Use It”
The directness behind Olivia Dean’s breakthrough single “Dive” went beyond mere love-song sentiment. It was a rule she set for herself.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Soundtrack Loads Up on Dua Lipa, SZA, and a Gaga-Doechii Original
The full tracklist arrives just before the film opens, mixing recent pop hits with a high-profile new collaboration.
Olivia Dean’s Arena Show Is About Presence, Not Scale
At Glasgow’s OVO Hydro, Olivia Dean proved that arena soul-pop can feel intimate without losing its power. The trick is knowing what not to overdo.
Olivia Dean and the Quiet Confidence of Modern Soul
The London singer’s rise is built on a grounded authenticity, drawing a clear line from Motown elegance to her own understated anthems.
Ivor Novello Nominations Highlight Persistent Gender Disparity
This year's Ivor Novello shortlist shows male songwriters outnumber women two to one, despite a strong showing from artists like Olivia Dean and Self Esteem.