Paul Simon: Wristband

In his new song “Wristband,” Paul Simon tells the story of a musician who gets locked out of his own show because he doesn’t have the necessary entry bracelet, with brisk, nimble flamenco-inspired percussion. It’s incredible to realize that Simon is 74; his voice remains smooth, relaxed and timeless. Co-produced with his longtime engineer 81-year-old Roy Halee, Stranger to Stranger—Simon’s 13th solo album—releases 3 June …

A Rare Blue Diamond Breaks Records in Asia

An extraordinary 10.10-carat blue diamond broke records yesterday after selling for $31.8 million at a Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong. The rare gem—which holds the highest classification for colored diamonds called “fancy vivid”—is now the most expensive diamond to have sold in Asia. But behind the massive jewel’s glamorous sparkle hides a dubious history involving a foiled heist attempt, “stone burning,” and more. Head to …

Babymetal: Gimme Chocolate!! (Live)

“I’m not sure what I’m about to see,” says Stephen Colbert before introducing his next musical guest, “but I’m pretty excited about it!” J-pop trio Babymetal executes their harmonies and choreography with every ounce of cuteness and respect required from a superstar idol group, while their metal band shreds and rocks out hard in their live performance of “Gimme Chocolate!!” It’s the craziest mash-up of …