Music
On "Javelin," Sufjan Stevens Finds the Other Side of Grief
This triumphant, devotional album is one of the indie star’s best
Love is a Pick–Up Truck
An elaboration on country music’s favorite lyrical device
The Outsiders
The otherizing of vulnerability in Outsider music hurts artists, listeners, and the industry, and ignores a rich history of bold creativity.
Xiu Xiu Performs “Ignore Grief” at PhilaMoca
Stopping in Philadelphia, the experimental rock band delivered a performance both deeply horrifying and hauntingly beautiful.
Society Needs More Spooky Season Songs
Our favorite season has a scant modern soundtrack that goes along with it.
What Happened to the Campaign Song?
Although one of America’s proudest political traditions has fallen by the wayside, a look into the winners and losers of Presidential anthems can give us a better idea of how to succeed in politics.
G Flip Invites You To Their All–Inclusive, Headbanging Jam Session at The Foundry
Stopping in Philly for their first US tour, the Aussie singer–drummer commanded the crowd through cathartic songs and introspective lyricism.
Troye Sivan Brings Back the Opulent Music Video in Orgiastic and Confessional Pop Album
“Something to Give Each Other,” the Australian singer’s first album in five years, shows artistic growth, if not for its musical elements, then certainly for its visual and thematic strengths.
The Time–Traveling Magic of Japanese City Pop
A lighthearted, catchy melody leads to a tale of orientalism, international relations, and the power of the internet.
“Vampire Empire” and the Toxicity of Leak Culture
With the popularity of unreleased music and leaks on the rise, your favorite artists are losing artistic control.
Phish Shows Are Decadent and Depraved
Well, maybe not decadent, but depraved for sure.
Sexyy Red’s Rush to the Forefront of Rap Stardom
Sexyy Red’s authentic sound and confident persona distinguish her from her contemporaries.
'LOONATIC' Deals: The Saga of the LOONA vs. Blockberry Creative Lawsuits
LOONA’s fight against their former company is a Cinderella story that uncovers the shady deals lurking behind K–Pop company contracts.
The Deutsch Roots of Drum & Bass
The synthesizer songs that you know and love boast a history that is deeply radical and shockingly German.
What Does the Music You Listen to Say About Your Personality?
Your musical horoscope decoded
Tamino Talks Tour to Street
The Belgian–Egyptian singer talks religion, dream collaborations, and confirms a New York move.
Who’s Driving the Fast Car?
While Luke Combs’ cover continues to take a life of its own, it can’t replace Tracy Chapman’s queer–coded critique of the American Dream.
Olivia Rodrigo Spills All of Her ‘GUTS’ To The World
On her sophomore project, Rodrigo shows that she’s no longer a teenager, but a maturing artist with a lot to say.
On Her Most American Album, Mitski Reclaims the Land
The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We is primitive, perverse, intense, honest, and the singer’s most cohesive record to date.
