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Music
mxmtoon's Debut Album Feels Ripped Straight From a Teenager's Diary
How the artist captures the feeling of adolescent boredom on 'the masquerade'
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
Sofar Sounds: Perfect for Students, but Problematic for Artists
People question whether the concert experience startup gives artists the recognition they deserve.
by TERESA XIE
Music
Kacey Musgraves' Rainbow was Blinding at The Met Philly
The country–pop star reminds us what "yeehaw" really means.
by SAM KESLER
Music
What Was 2019's 'Song of the Summer'?
Street picks the songs that defined this past season.
by TERESA XIE
Music
How Post Malone's Casual Likability Made Him a Star
A look back at the artist's pathway to fame as he releases his third album, 'Hollywood's Bleeding.'
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
(Sandy) Alex G is His Most Vulnerable on 'House of Sugar'
The weirdo of Philly indie rewrites fairy tales and local lore.
by SAM KESLER
Music
Why BROCKHAMPTON Hates Pitchfork
Exploring the relationship between artist and critic
by TERESA XIE
Music
Mitski is at Her Peak Performing at Central Park
Closing out the 'Be The Cowboy' tour, the singer–songwriter takes an indefinite break from performing.
by SAM KESLER
Music
Artist of the Week: Elephante
Learn how this Harvard grad turned DJ went from making Powerpoints to playing arenas.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
Frankie Cosmos' 'Close It Quietly' Finds Calm in Chaos
Their latest album isn't a change of pace; it's a reminder to slow down.
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
‘Norman Fucking Rockwell!’: Lana Del Rey Masters Her Craft
The singer’s new album is a tour de force that deconstructs her relationships and her own self–perception.
by ARJUN SWAMINATHAN
Music
How 'Dissect' Occupies the Space Left Empty by the Artist
This podcast tries to take the mystery out of songwriting.
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
Does Frank Turner Have a Place on 'No Man's Land'?
As a man writing an album about women, is the English rocker making a statement or mansplaining?
by MELANNIE JAY
Music
The Standout Performances of Made In America 2019
From Lizzo in an all–denim fit to DaBaby's many guests, there was no shortage of surprises at this year’s festival.
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Music
The Rise of the Do–It–Yourself Artist
How the relationship between artist and audience has evolved
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
How the Dublin Music Scene Welcomed Me
As a young American writer traveling alone, it was only through music that I began to feel Irish.
by MELANNIE JAY
Music
Whitney's 'Forever Turned Around' is Nostalgic and Bittersweet
The indie group delivers a second album that further defines their sound.
by TERESA XIE
Music
Black Belt Eagle Scout Makes Queer, Indigenous Rock For Everyone
On 'At the Party With My Brown Friends,' Katherine Paul guides the listener through her experience.
by SAM KESLER
Music
Taylor Swift's Latest Album is Her Most Intimate Yet
On 'Lover,' Swift lets us into her private life without fearing for her image.
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Music
Artist of the Week: Michael League of Snarky Puppy
How the musician and bandleader forged a path as unique as his sound.
by MEHEK BOPARAI
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