The ObserverBadly Drawn BoyInterviewBadly Drawn Boy: ‘Music has saved me in a lot of ways’Luke BainbridgeIt’s 15 years since Damon Gough, aka Badly Drawn Boy, became a household name by winning the Mercury prize with his much-loved debut, The Hour of Bewilderbeast. As he prepares to tour the album, he explains how his career hit the skids, and why he’s ready to make amendsLike so many great debut albums, when Badly Drawn Boy’s The Hour of Bewilderbeast was released – 15 years ago last month – it seemed to somehow both capture the zeitgeist and convey a magical timeless quality. Read More...
OpinionElon MuskElon Musk has become the world’s biggest hypocrite on free speechTrevor TimmThe world needs people willing to stand up for freedom of expression – which makes Musk’s trajectory all the sadder
Is there anyone in the world who is a bigger hypocrite on free speech than Elon Musk?
I say this as someone who wishes Elon Musk actually cared about free speech. In my opinion, social media companies censor their users too much. Read More...
Formula OneHaas ditch charismatic team principal Guenther Steiner in blow to F1Italian had been team principal for 10 yearsAyao Komatsu takes over for new F1 seasonThe Haas team principal, Guenther Steiner, has been replaced for the new Formula One season after 10 years in charge. Steiner’s removal is a blow for the sport. The Italian is one of the most colourful and charismatic characters in the paddock. He played a key role in F1’s recent surge in popularity, especially in the US. Read More...