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fromPitchfork
4 days ago

rRoxymore: Juggling Dualities

rRoxymore's album Juggling Dualities showcases her commitment to musical evolution through varied styles and intricate sound design.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Simple Plan Went Down Some Difficult Paths

The band attempted to shift their style in 2016 with the single 'I Don't Wanna Go to Bed,' which was not well-received and led them to reassess their direction.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Alex G: Headlights review indie-rocker reins in the noise to reveal romantic soft rock

Alexander Giannascoli's evolution from anti-folk to innovative soft-rock is evident in his 10th album, Headlights On Headlights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

People lashed out because she wasn't a guy': Linkin Park on nu-metal, nostalgia and their new frontwoman

Linkin Park continues to thrive and innovate, achieving success with their latest album while honoring their legacy.
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Justin Bieber: SWAG

At 31, Bieber may be in the spring of his own reclamations with the release of his seventh album, SWAG, marking a new chapter in his career.
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fromwww.latimes.com
3 weeks ago

How Sound and Fury Festival continues to thrive on the bleeding edge of hardcore's evolution

Hardcore music is evolving with new bands creating innovative sounds and gaining wider popularity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Justin Bieber: Swag review inane lyrics undermine a gorgeously produced R&B passion project

Bieber's album Swag exemplifies a significant artistic shift, embracing experimental soundscapes and a personal touch reminiscent of mid-2010s pop music transformations.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Folk Song Similarities Point to a Common Start for Singing

A couple of 2024 studies offered a few clues into what turns speech into music and why humans started singing in the first place.
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fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago

Tomorrow Never Knows: How The Beatles Invented the Future With Studio Magic, Tape Loops & LSD

"Tomorrow Never Knows" represents The Beatles' significant artistic evolution, reflecting the cultural and technological changes of its time.
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fromConsequence
1 month ago

Alan Walker on 10 Years of "Faded" and Cinematic Ambition

Alan Walker is returning to his musical roots with a new single that embodies his core sound and showcases a multimedia experience for fans.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Lucy Gooch: Desert Window

Lucy's initial EPs hinted at an exploration of uncanny territory, contrasted sharply with her full-length debut's organic timbres and ambitious compositions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Turnstile: Never Enough review flute solos and formidable tunes from hardcore punk's great crossover band

Turnstile's rise signals a cultural shift in music, blending hardcore punk with mainstream acceptance.
Celebrities are now endorsing hardcore punk, showcasing its influence beyond traditional boundaries.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Turnstile: Never Enough review flute solos and formidable tunes from hardcore punk's great crossover band

Turnstile's rise signals a cultural shift in music, blending hardcore punk with mainstream acceptance.
Celebrities are now endorsing hardcore punk, showcasing its influence beyond traditional boundaries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Ready or not, here she comes: Lauryn Hill's 20 best songs ranked!

The track 'Nappy Heads' celebrates the Fugees' early sound with a blend of boom-bap rhythms and jazzy samples, capturing a unique joy of its era.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

On 'SABLE, fABLE,' Bon Iver embraces fresh possibilities

Justin Vernon's journey balances his humble roots with global acclaim, illustrating personal growth through his evolving sound and narrative.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Post Malone keeps going country at Coachella

"I apologize for being pitchy," he said later in the show. "Auto-Tune is a hell of a drug."
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Black Country, New Road: Forever Howlong

Midway through their ambitious 2021 debut, For the First Time, Black Country, New Road jokingly called themselves "the world's second-best Slint tribute act." Between frontman Isaac Wood's agitated sprechgesang and the group's queasy, off-center grooves, the self-inflicted burn made sense-and could have applied to a whole wave of nervy, British post-punk upstarts who talked more than they sang and attracted critical adoration around the turn of the decade.
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fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

10 can't-miss concerts in the D.C. area this April

Deftones transcends nu metal, showcasing depth and evolution in their music, against a backdrop of a genre they never identified with.
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Rich Brian Returns with "Little Ray of Light" and a New Era of Sound | stupidDOPE

Rich Brian's latest single signals an evolution in his artistry, blending sharp lyricism with organic instrumentation to create a more intimate listening experience.
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fromThe Washington Post
4 months ago

Acclaimed pop-rock band Horsegirl shifts into next phase of music and life

Horsegirl showcases growth in their new album 'Phonetics On and On' by embracing minimalism and reflecting on their life changes post-high school.
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

An Interview With Ghost Mountain on Returning to Haunted Mound and His Mystically Rural Debut Mixtape

Kosinski's songwriting in October Country marks a matured evolution in the Haunted Mound aesthetic, blending mythology with personal reflection.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Mayhem' Review: Lady Gaga Wants You to Party Like It's 2009

Lady Gaga reinvents the female pop star narrative through artifice and self-expression, particularly with her new album, Mayhem.
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

LUCKI: "Bad InFluence Freestyle"

LUCKI's music has evolved from inaccessible to widely recognized, with sharp lyricism reflecting personal growth amidst industry success.
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fromPitchfork
5 months ago

Eev Frances: Sometimes I Forget to Breathe

Eev Frances' new album marks a significant evolution in her sound, showcasing polished beats and intricate melodies.
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fromPitchfork
5 months ago

Yung Lean: "Forever Yung"

Yung Lean evolves from a chaotic party persona to exploring intimate themes of love and personal growth, signaling a shift in his musical style.
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fromVulture
5 months ago

How Miley Cyrus Became the Most Reliable Act in Showbiz

Miley Cyrus has evolved as an artist, showcasing maturity and confidence in her performances over the years.
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Hip-hop and house revolutionized music and culture. Here's what they have in common

Hip-hop and house music, both originally marginalized, are now celebrated at the Grammys, highlighting their cultural significance and evolution in American music.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Melancholy, morphine and the Baader-Meinhof group: Marianne Faithfull's 10 best recordings

Marianne Faithfull's career in the 60s was inconsistent, shaped largely by producers unsure of her direction, yet occasionally she soared above expected norms.
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fromConsequence
6 months ago

Under the Blacklight Is Rilo Kiley's Misunderstood Gem

Rilo Kiley's album 'Under the Blacklight' sought to redefine their sound but faced criticism for its polished production and perceived insincerity.
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fromVulture
6 months ago

Aly & AJ Dug Themselves Out From the Past

Aly & AJ Michalka sought to redefine their sound to avoid being pigeonholed as a Disney act while creating more personal music.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Jelly Roll, Shaboozey and Others Helped Country Break Through in 2024

Jelly Roll's rise in country music exemplifies the genre's evolution toward inclusivity, highlighting the blend of rock, hip-hop, and personal narratives.
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fromConsequence
7 months ago

Spotify Wrapped 2024: How to View, What's New, and Top Global Artists

Spotify Wrapped 2024 features new personalized insights, including Music Evolution and expanded AI elements, enhancing user engagement and the celebration of music trends.
fromFlowingData
8 months ago

Evolution of the love song

The love song has evolved to include a wider range of themes beyond just sappy expressions.
fromSFGATE
9 months ago

What I learned from interviewing Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh

Phil Lesh's initial rehearsal with the Warlocks revealed his realization about the artistic potential of group improvisation and electric music.
fromstupidDOPE
9 months ago

Lil Durk Reflects on Life and Loss in His Latest Track "Opportunist" | stupidDOPE

Lil Durk's 'Opportunist' showcases his evolution as an artist with a more mature and reflective tone in his music.
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fromPitchfork
11 months ago

Beabadoobee: This Is How Tomorrow Moves

Beabadoobee's music has evolved from '00s radio vibes to a more subdued, acoustic folk-pop style, showcasing growth and maturity in her latest album.
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