The Best Music Books of 2021

HARDCOVER FICTION1. “The Judge’s List” by John Grisham (Doubleday)2.

1. “Atlas of the Heart” by Brene Brown (Random House)2. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot” by Jeff Kinney (Amulet Books)3.

Jay-Z has declared his appreciation for the unique artistry of Frank Ocean, saying the R&B trailblazer has crafted “some of the best music that we’ve ever heard”.The comment came during Jay’s appearance in a Twitter Space hosted by Alicia Keys earlier this week (the singer was there to promote her recent eighth album, ‘KEYS’), where he also compared Beyoncé to Michael Jackson, and said there was “not a chance in hell” that someone could take him on in a VERZUZ battle.“You know, the success has

HARDCOVER FICTION1. “The Judge’s List” by John Grisham (Doubleday)2.

Christmas” by Dr. Seuss (Random House)17. “The Storyteller” by Dave Grohl (Dey Street Books)18.

not the books to read when you’re super hungry. They will, however, help you . So continue reading for the best cookbooks 2021 gave us.

It’s been a tradition for years now and it continues in 2021—former President of the United States, Barack Obama, has released his top films of the year. And as with previous years, it’s a healthy mix of high-profile gems and things that may have fallen under the radar that he clearly wants to put some extra shine on.

HARDCOVER FICTION1. “The Judge's List” by John Grisham (Doubleday)2.

Christmas” by Dr. Seuss (Random House)10.

Andrea Meza of Mexico will crown her successor at the end of the event. To watch it, you can tune in to Fox or Telemundo this Sunday at 7 p.m.

Television. Radio. Pop music. A large tub of confectionery. There’s nothing better, really, is there? We’ve sifted through the highlights a-coming your way like an array of festive trucks making their way down the highway. Be it queens of pop, kings of swing, masters of opera or legends of synthpop and country - we've really got you covered! So without further ado, let us guide you through some of our TV and radio picks over Christmas.

Harnaaz Sandhu, 21, was crowned Miss Universe during the pageant on Dec. 12. The 2020 titleholder from Mexico, Andrea Meza, was on-hand to crown her successor at the event, which was hosted by Steve Harvey. The first runner-up was Nadia Ferreira, from Paraguay, with South Africa’s Lalela Mswane being named third runner-up. However, in the end, it was Harnaaz who accepted the crown, looking stunning in a sparkling silver dress as she did so.

The winner of the 2021 Miss Universe competition has been announced!

Miss Universe!Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu earned the coveted crown on Sunday, and was brought to tears by the exciting victory. She takes on the title held by the outgoing Miss Universe, Andrea Meza.Meza only held the title since May, after the 2020 Miss Universe was postponed significantly due to the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent shutdowns.Sandhu beat out 79 other participating contestants from qualifying nations across the globe to earn the title and the crown.

Christmas” by Campos-Duffy/Duffy (Broadside)3. “The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Super Easy!” by Ree Drummond (William Morrow)4. “The 1619 Project” by Nikole Hannah-Jones (One World)5.

1. “Twelve and a Half” by Gary Vaynerchuk (Harper Business)2. “Atlas of the Heart” by Brene Brown (Random House)3.

Michele Amabile Angermiller Audio influencers include the programmers, bookers and editorial leaders of top music destinations like iHeartRadio’s 800-plus radio stations, DSPs like Amazon Music and such late-nite television shows as “”The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Late Night With Seth Meyers,” each of whom was asked which song defined defined the sound of 2021.

Variety’s two chief film critics have nary a single title in common on their respective top 10 lists. And the Academy, when it comes time to vote, may find still more titles to celebrate.

NEW YORK -- Paul Thomas Anderson's “Licorice Pizza” has been named the best film of the year by the National Board of Review.Anderson also won best director honors and the film's stars Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman were picked for their breakthrough performances in the coming-of-age comedy.