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This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor to Make Broadway Debuts in 'Romeo + Juliet' | THR News Video

Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor are set to make their Broadway debuts in a new production of Shakespeare's 'Romeo + Juliet' this fall. The production will feature music by Grammy Award winner Jack Antonoff, who is also making his Broadway debut, movement by Sonya Tayeh (of 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical') and direction by Sam Gold. While few details have been released about this version of the Shakespeare classic, it promises an angrier take on the tale.

Beyoncé's Latest Album Has Boosts Sales for Western Style

Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style. NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . NBC reports that sales of western style boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. . The album marked the music superstar's first entry in the country genre. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . According to consumer behavior firm Circana, there were significant boosts to unit sales for western style boots even before the full album dropped. . The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. The Wild West aesthetic started to experience a surge with the release of the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'. Since the start of April, Boot Barn shares have shot up over 4%. . NBC points out that the 32-time Grammy winner's most recent album comes amid a wave of cultural push for western-inspired styles. Earlier this year, Louis Vuitton released the American Western line at Paris Fashion Week. . In addition to stagecoach-inspired boots, the new line showcased western style classics like bolo ties and cowboy hats. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to analysts about the boost the company received from a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC. I don’t think there’s any better evidence or proof point than having someone like Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper, to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC