Michael Hann

Virgin on the astonishing: Madonna, at The O2, reviewed

Plus: will Blink-182 eventually enter the pop canon?

One of the greatest arena spectacles I’ve ever seen but was Madonna singing live? Opening night of the 'Celebration Tour' at The O2. Photo: Kevin Mazur / Wire Image for Live Nation
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