This week's most popular stories
Chris Brown denies his new tattoo depicts a beaten Rihanna
Mercury prize 2012: the shortlist that might have been
Clara Schumann: Google doodle celebrates life of piano prodigy
In the news
Plan B and Richard Hawley lead Mercury prize 2012 nominations
Free Pussy Riot, urges Medvedev
London jazz festival 2012: full programme announced
Bestival coach crash: bodies removed from wreckage on A3 – video
Velvet Underground lose copyright claim over Andy Warhol cover
Rihanna's new album announced … by mistake
On the blog
How the xx shared their new album Coexist by releasing it to just one fan
Bestival 2012: how was it for you?
Coldplay at the Paralympics: triumph or a step too far?
The 101 strangest records on Spotify
Watch and listen
How to Dress Well – Total Loss: exclusive album stream
New music: Wave Machines – Ill Fit
Africa Express: exclusive behind-the-scenes video
Bestival 2012: explore the sights and sounds of the festival – interactive
Further reading
Pet Shop Boys: cab drivers ask us if we've retired
Carly Rae Jepsen: 'I've been in love with music since I can remember'
Grizzly Bear: Shields – review
