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mayhem

[mey-hem, mey-uhm] / ˈmeɪ hɛm, ˈmeɪ əm /


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Appeared in the June 9, 2026, print edition as 'In Newark, the Mayhem Is the Message'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Lady Gaga, 39, made a splashy comeback to touring with "Mayhem," her collection of pop bangers with a dark edge that embraces her dramatic side.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

The Mayhem Ball finds the pop star operating at the peak of her powers.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

Lady Gaga's nominations include artist of the year and best album for Mayhem.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

Mayhem reigned until Director-General Davis signaled the orchestra to begin playing the introductory “Columbian March.”

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson




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