The 1980s produced a plethora of memorable pop stars: Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, and countless others. Most are still remembered today while some have been long forgotten. (Kim Carnes, where ...

What it's about: Music biographer Gavin offers a probing, definitive portrait of the equally gifted and tortured artist, charting his meteoric rise in the ’80s through his public self-destruction and ...

In 1984, George Michael released a song called “Freedom” with his pop duo Wham! Six years later, he put out one of his own called “Freedom! ’90.” And six years after that? A song called “Free” closed ...

George Michael has reportedly left his sister his £10million London mansion and it has been suggested the 55-year-old hairdresser has already moved into the plush property. However, speculation ...

George Michael always felt guilty over the way he treated a young Prince William at Christmas. Princess Diana had invited the “Careless Whisper” singer to an intimate bash at Buckingham Palace in 1990 ...

James Gavin’s engrossing biography of the singer takes the measure of a gifted, tragic and infuriating man. By Alan Light When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an ...

1 The Struts and Paris Jackson, "Low Key in Love." I found the video on YouTube one day by accident. The song has a great melody and hooked me right away. 2 "George Michael: A Life" by James Gavin.

In search of something good to read? USA TODAY's Barbara VanDenburgh scopes out the shelves for this week’s hottest new book releases. All books are on sale Tuesday. What it's about: Music biographer ...