Music
K–Indie Deserves More Attention
Here are four independent Korean rock bands worthy of your next fall playlist.
The Voice: Where Aspiring Musicians' Dreams Get Snuffed Out
The reality singing competition had never produced a major music star from its winners.
Five Songs That You Need to Have for Your Midterm Playlist
Here are five songs to crush that looming midterm.
Nathy Peluso is Not Your Meme
The Argentinian singer is poised to rise to the top through her unique style and artistic capabilities.
Lucy Dacus Brings The Audience Home During Her Show At Union Transfer
Dacus’ 'Home Video' tour performance reminds us of cherished memories and the ones we wish to forget.
Mac Miller's 'Faces' Raises Questions About Posthumous Music
The mixtape’s re–release gives a prophetic look at the rapper’s struggles four years before his death.
Pop–Punk’s Diverse Revival Is More Performative Than Progressive
Pop–punk isn't just for the white kids anymore—but how diverse are its stars?
Meek Mill Balances Affluence and Agony in the Inconsistent 'Expensive Pain'
The Philly rapper continues to provide a solid voice for underdogs in the city on his latest album.
Alessia Cara Explores Her Inner Fishbowl on ‘In The Meantime’
Every challenge is an additional exhibit within Cara's self–contained bubble.
Illuminati Hotties Brings the Pop–Punk Revival Back to the Fringes
‘Let Me Do One More’ is the crown jewel of a year that produced plenty of rippers and very few skippers.
Injury Reserve's 'By the Time I Get to Phoenix' is a Jarring Reflection on a Turbulent Year
The Arizona group's second studio album comes after a devastating loss.
Street’s Highly Anticipated Fall Music Releases
Newsflash: Adele and ABBA are back!
Satanic Shoes and Fake Pregnancies: Lil Nas X's Marketing Genius
How Lil Nas X uses provocative marketing tactics to promote queer voices.
Are Music Reviews Really That Important?
Pitchfork and other publications have stopped caring about the music.
Phoebe Bridgers Embraces Sad Girl Autumn at the Mann
The indie rock musician graced the Skyline Stage on Sept. 22 and brought a wave of tranquility with her.
Kacey Musgraves' 'star–crossed' is a Tragedy Without a Villain
The country–pop singer explores life after divorce in the follow–up to her award–winning 'Golden Hour'.
Dawn of Chromatica: A Confounding Hyperpop Fantasia
The star–studded remix album is a chaotic document of the current hyperpop scene.
How CHAI Is Subverting the East Asian Feminine Ideal
How the Japanese rock band grapples with the acute desire to be cute
‘Certified Lover Boy’ Delivers Classic Drake
In the highly--anticipated 'Scorpion' followup, Drake raps about fame, women, and his son--topics his fans are all too familiar with.
