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Kevin Abstract pursues a new musical direction on 'ARIZONA baby'
The talented hip–hop/R&B artist bursts back onto the solo scene.
by PAUL LITWIN
Music
Beck’s 'Saw Lightning': An Alternative Folk–Rock Conundrum
The ageless artist drops a new single for his upcoming album that swings and misses.
by ARJUN SWAMINATHAN
Music
Frankie Cosmos Turns the Mundane into Magic on 'Haunted Items'
The DIY popstar looks to the everyday for inspiration in her new digital collection.
by JULIA DAVIES
Music
On 'Cuz I Love You', Lizzo Turns Positivity into the Pop Album of the Year
With dynamic one–liners and and punchy rhythms, the singer’s third album feels like a pep–talk.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Tame Impala Embraces Meaninglessness on "Borderline"
The psychedelic–pop group return to the form that made 'Currents' a hit.
by ALEC DRUGGAN
Music
The Drums Hit Hard on Their New Album 'Brutalism'
Jonny Pierce's group takes the new–wave revival to pop heights.
by JOHNNY VITALE
Music
Why Taylor Swift’s Latest Marketing Ploy Is Pointless
As the singer teases a new era, fans clamor to define it.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Artist of the Week: Hatchie
Harriette Pilbeam makes nostalgic indie pop for the modern era.
by SAM KESLER
Music
Anderson .Paak's "Ventura" Delivers on Love and Spunky Beats
.Paak seems to have learned a few things since Oxnard.
by TERESA XIE
Music
BTS Returns in Style with 'Map of the Soul: Persona'
After a short break, the premier Korean boy band triumphs with their new EP.
by ARJUN SWAMINATHAN
Music
Nipsey Hussle: Artist, Entrepreneur, Community Activist
At age 33, Hussle's death came far too soon.
by TERESA XIE
Music
Gesaffelstein’s Sound Stagnates in 'Hyperion'
His sophomore album presents a similar sound as 'Aleph,' but without the edge or bite.
by PAUL LITWIN
Music
Upcoming Concerts to Cure Your Post–Fling Blues
Front row for Cher on Saturday, middle of the pit for La Dispute on Sunday.
by MELANNIE JAY
Music
Ask Street: How Would the Music Section Dress as Rock Stars?
Which is more appealing: Ed Sheeran's flannel or ZZ Ward's leather pants?
by MELANNIE JAY
Music
It's Time to Retire the Phrase 'Anything But Country'
You don't hate country; you're just not listening hard enough.
by SAM KESLER
Music
Artificial Intelligence has Infiltrated the Music Industry
And what it lacks in humanity, it makes up for in coded perfection.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Punk's 'Old Guard' Is Staging a Comeback, But Can They Compete with New Acts?
In the world of PUP and FIDLAR, is there any room left for Bad Religion and Descendents?
by MELANNIE JAY
Music
Circa Waves Sounds Like Summer on 'What’s It Like Over There'?
From road trip tunes to bonfire acoustics, this album has it all.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Sky Ferreira Promises Unadulterated Authenticity on Upcoming Album
The princess of sad–girl pop is back, and she wants to reclaim her crown.
by BEATRICE FORMAN and BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Why I Won't Be Seeing Miguel At Spring Fling
We shouldn't be listening to abusers. We should be listening to survivors.
by JULIA DAVIES
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