How Miley Cyrus got her groove back

For music critic Mikael Wood, the true subject of the dozen tunes (plus a bonus-track) on Miley Cyrus' new album is the hard work of introspection and the even harder work of self-reliance.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment March 15, 2023 How Miley Cyrus got her groove back Cyrus turns her divorce into a showcase for her mutable identity and powerhouse voice on "Endless Summer Vacation," led by the smash empowerment jam "Flowers." SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT 'Rust' special prosecutor steps down in a blow to Alec Baldwin prosecution The decision is the latest blow to the case brought by New Mexico against Alec Baldwin for the 2021 accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust." SHARE       READ MORE Days before contract talks, WGA leaders describe 'existential' threat to Hollywood writers On the eve of contract negotiations, leaders of the WGA are pressing their case as to why writers deserve better pay in the streaming era. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT 'We will not be squashed': L.A.'s queer community speaks out against Tennessee drag ban L.A. drag queens and members of the queer community say that a wave of local anti-LGBTQ hate is just the beginning of the ripple effect from Tennessee laws prohibiting their way of life. SHARE       READ MORE Looking for the next big stand-up star? Comedy Dynamics' new NoHo festival has you covered The production and distribution company behind specials for Kevin Hart, Ali Wong and Pete Davidson debuts its inaugural Stars of Tomorrow festival at the El Portal Theatre April 5-9. SHARE       READ MORE Commentary: Richard Gilman, the complicated subject of a new memoir, helped raise the bar for theater criticism In "The Critic's Daughter," Priscilla Gilman writes about her complex relationship with her father, theater critic and Yale professor Richard Gilman. SHARE       READ MORE 'I'm not saying this is the end': Pro Mark Ballas hangs up his 'Dancing' shoes "Dancing With the Stars" dancer Mark Ballas joined the series in 2007. He took home the Mirrorball Trophy three times during his tenure. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2023, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US