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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist's Alfredo 2 Is a Succulent, But Less Filling Sequel

The LP arrives five years after the first installment, and it features a Freddie Gibbs who's morally on the fence, and subsequently, more introspective than ever.
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#rb
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Burna Boy: No Sign of Weakness

Burna Boy's album, No Sign of Weakness, reflects a defensive posture as he strives to maintain his status while exploring various musical genres.
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Jonny Nash: Once Was Ours Forever

Once Was Ours Forever isn't much different, except in all the usual ways Made of the Same Stuff albums are: a bit more insular, more stripped-down, more confident and, inevitably, shorter.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Wavves: Spun

Wavves' King of the Beach remains influential 15 years later, though recent works reflect a fatigue in Nathan Williams' lyrical themes.
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

On Justin Bieber's New Album, Marriage Never Sounded So Terrible!

Justin Bieber's album 'Swag' features personal themes reflecting his life as a husband and father amidst speculation and challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Kokoroko: Tuff Times Never Last review ruminative jazz outfit get stuck in a relaxed rut

Across its 11 tracks, tempos rarely exceed 100bpm, wallowing in tranquil bass lines and languorous grooves.
London music
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

Media Puzzle: Intermission EP

The songs on Intermission connect with a thick, rubbery bassline, moving in one fluid motion, establishing a winning tempo for the music.
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fromPitchfork
4 weeks ago

Baby Mel: EL CHITO

Mel's music blends unconventional vocal styles with Southern trap influences, creating a unique sound that draws from various eras of trap production.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Pi'erre Bourne: Made in Paris

'Made in Paris' showcases playful, repetitive lyricism and production, but feels regressive compared to Pi'erre Bourne's earlier, more innovative works.
#hip-hop
#lorde
London music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Lorde: "Man of the Year"

Lorde's new single 'Man of the Year' channels emotional depth amidst chaos, reflecting the strangeness of life.
The press surrounding Lorde and her album distracts from the artistry of her music.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Yaya Bey: do it afraid

Earl Sweatshirt's concept of 'mirror raps' captures self-affirming themes; Yaya Bey's 'do it afraid' explores the effort of finding joy amidst life’s challenges.
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SF music
fromDefector
1 month ago

Halc DJ's Brazilian Funk Album Fights A Righteous War Against The Algorithms | Defector

Halc DJ's album delivers an energetic exploration of Brazilian funk that engages and captivates from the very start.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

S.G. Goodman: Planting by the Signs

S.G. Goodman's music excels in its structural depth, often revealing its essence in the middle rather than through an impactful opening line.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

CoSign: Hotline TNT Find Their Sweet Spot on Raspberry Moon

Hearing it for the first time, I finally thought, 'All right, I think we got something special here,' reflects Will Anderson, capturing the essence of the album.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

J Hus review rapper touched by genius can't quite channel his energy

J Hus's Royal Albert Hall concert was a vibrant, yet flawed tribute to his album Big Conspiracy, marked by sound issues and moments of disconnect.
Music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

DERBY: Slugger

DERBY's debut album Slugger blends derivative influences with an authentic perspective, capturing everyday life in a uniquely emotional way.
Music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Video: This Pop Hit Has Plenty of Dolly Parton

Sabrina Carpenter's 'Manchild' channels Dolly Parton's spirit and critiques superficial relationships with humor and self-reflection.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Phoebe Rings: Aseurai

Phoebe Rings' debut album 'Aseurai' deeply explores themes of loss and memory through a mix of musical influences, embodying the essence of dream pop.
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Black Moth Super Rainbow: Soft New Magic Dream

Black Moth Super Rainbow's new album blends psych-pop with eerie themes, showcasing a distinct sound that may feel both familiar and formulaic.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

How ICE Raids Have Impacted Texas Rapper HOODLUM's Hometown

HOODLUM blends deep nostalgic themes with social commentary in his music, delivering a powerful mix of personal memories and societal reflections.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Twenty One Pilots' New Song "The Contract" Is, Frankly, Atrocious

The new single ‘The Contract’ by Twenty One Pilots, while ambitious in storytelling, lacks coherence and fails to meet expectations set by their previous narrative work.
#new-music
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Pulp: More

Jarvis Cocker's new album reminds us that life is a continual coming-of-age journey full of revelations and humor.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Home Is Where: Hunting Season

Home Is Where offers a distinctive take on Southern rock, infusing clever lyricism with innovative soundscapes.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Sophia Kennedy: Squeeze Me

The track just gets jauntier as it develops: a twinkly piano, cartoon electro-buzz, and a verbose vocal that fills nearly all space in the arrangement.
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London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pulp review Jarvis Cocker's captivating comeback turns a rapt crowd rapturous

Pulp's return with a new album is met with enthusiasm, blending classic hits and new songs seamlessly in their performance.
fromstupiddope.com
1 month ago

Lil Wayne Drops Tha Carter VI: A Loaded Return to Form With Iconic Collaborators

Tha Carter VI showcases Lil Wayne's evolution as an artist while maintaining his signature lyrical style and innovative approach to music.
#pop-music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jimmy Barnes: Defiant review familiar but reliable territory from the indestructible rocker

Jimmy Barnes' new album reflects resilience and nostalgia, blending rock elements of the late 80s and early 90s with modern production.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Rome Streetz / Conductor Williams: Trainspotting

Kiss the Ring marked Rome Streetz's Griselda debut, showcasing his unique rapping style but also indicating a struggle for distinctiveness post-release.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Hear In Portland: Amine Drops New Album and PDX Live is Back!

Aminé's new album, 13 Months of Sunshine, encapsulates joy and culture, blending upbeat rap with homage to his Ethiopian roots.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Water From Your Eyes: "Life Signs"

Water From Your Eyes' new single 'Life Signs' blends chaotic soundscapes with deep, poetic lyricism, showcasing their evolution in the music landscape.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Matt Berninger: Get Sunk

On his second solo album, Get Sunk, Berninger appears determined to leave his bleak period behind, although this positivity comes at the expense of detail.
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#miley-cyrus
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

yeule: Evangelic Girl is a Gun

Yeule's 'Evangelic Girl is a Gun' blends trip-hop nostalgia but lacks distinctiveness in its sound and originality.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Lauren Duffus: Can's Gone Warm EP

Lauren Duffus innovatively blends electronic music with emotional resonance in her latest EP, highlighting personal struggle through a cryptic, atmospheric soundscape.
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mary Halvorson: About Ghosts review restless beauty from jazz's shape-shifting guitarist

Mary Halvorson's music blends powerful melodies with avant-garde elements, showcasing her versatility and broad appeal in the jazz genre.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Friendship: Caveman Wakes Up

Friendship's 'Caveman Wakes Up' album captures profound moments in everyday life, revealing cosmic meanings in simplicity.
#stereolab
SF music
from48 hills
2 months ago

Under the Stars: Madison McFerrin brings free soul back to SF, alongside The Seshen - 48 hills

Space Ghost and Teddy Bryant's debut album is a modern homage to '80s R&B, infused with soulful positivity.
Madison McFerrin's upcoming performance at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival reinvigorates the San Francisco live music scene with her unique sound.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Beatrice Dillon: "Basho"

Beatrice Dillon's 'Basho' explores interconnectedness through dynamic contrasts, defying traditional musical structure while creating a unique auditory experience.
Music production
fromDeep House London
2 months ago

da Believer & Ryoda Tap into the Emotional Undercurrent of the Dancefloor | Deep House London

The track 'Never Enough' by da Believer and Ryoda blends vulnerability and groove, showcasing emotional depth while maintaining a gentle cinematic feel.
SF music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Youth Code: Yours, With Malice EP

'Yours, With Malice' encapsulates urgency and anger, merging beauty and hostility in its sound, reflecting a reactionary context of social chaos.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Kylie Minogue review house, techno doom metal? This is a thrilling reinvention of a pop deity

After acclaimed runs in Australia and the US, she's kicking off the UK leg of her Tension tour, celebrating an era that started two years ago with lead single Padam Padam.
London music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Arcade Fire: Pink Elephant

Arcade Fire's new album Pink Elephant is a calculated exercise in restraint, stripping away the band's usual soul and spirit.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

AMORE: Top Hits, Ballads, etc...

AMORE, aka Murcia's 25-year-old María Moreno Martinez, creates genre-blending music that merges flamenco, hip-hop, and Latin folk, offering a unique artistic experience.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Mclusky: the world is still here and so are we

Mclusky's reunion album defies aging band stereotypes, delivering irreverent and politically charged punk music.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

James Krivchenia: Performing Belief

James Krivchenia's solo album, Performing Belief, is a serious departure from his previous work, yet it lacks the energy and coherence expected.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Kali Uchis: Sincerely,

Kali Uchis' 'Sincerely' emphasizes sensual pleasure through a singular musical focus, though it suffers from repetitiveness compared to her previous bilingual works.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bruce Springsteen review a roaring, rousing show that imagines a better America

Bruce Springsteen passionately discusses the current state of America, calling it corrupt and incompetent, while using his music to express hope and rallying for change.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Scriabin: Vers la Flamme album review Sudbin masters and humanises fourth and 10th sonatas

Yevgeny Sudbin's latest album revisits Scriabin, showcasing his technical brilliance and the evolution of the composer’s style from early to late works.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

PinkPantheress: Fancy That

PinkPantheress' new mixtape, Fancy That, showcases her confident evolution in music, blending vibrant samples with a cool vocal style for an engaging auditory experience.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Sleep Token: Even in Arcadia

Sleep Token is transitioning from metalcore to a more mainstream, pop-influenced sound with their latest album, which has received mixed reviews.
Europe politics
fromVulture
2 months ago

Every 2025 Eurovision Entry, Ranked

Eurovision 2024, hosted in Basel, showcases diverse entries but some, like Georgia's 'Freedom' and Croatia's 'Poison Cake,' struggle to resonate.
#pup
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

billy woods: GOLLIWOG

The new album showcases a unique blend of horrorcore and historical commentary, with a focus on fear and the human experience.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Lunchbox: L.B. Cooper

Lunchbox's latest release, L.B. Cooper, stands out in a crowded genre by refining his sound with off-kilter melodies over just 13 tracks.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

People think I've gone crazy': indie sensation Cameron Winter on leaving crowds in tears with his wild lyrics and supernatural voice

Cameron Winter's solo performance is a captivating blend of emotional depth and lyrical complexity, connecting deeply with audiences.
#yung-lean
fromstupiddope.com
2 months ago
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Yung Lean Returns with Jonatan' A Dreamlike Odyssey Through Sound and Self | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Yung Lean's album 'Jonatan' uniquely intertwines existential themes and genre fluidity, marking his most introspective work.
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago
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Yung Lean Unleashes "Babyface Maniacs" Ahead of New Album Jonatan | stupidDOPE

Yung Lean's new single "Babyface Maniacs" explores darker emotional themes with a more fragile and raw sound compared to previous works.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

ST6 JodyBoof: UW6

Put on DJ Chipman's "Beam Ahhh" instead-a fast-paced staple anchored by a genius flip of Eamon's "On & On." Its chipmunked refrain hits like spoonfuls of epinephrine.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Blondshell: If You Asked for a Picture

On the opening track "Thumbtack," Teitelbaum explores a musical complexity that mirrors her personal struggles, blending folk simplicity with yacht rock's breezy richness.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Add to playlist: Gelli Haha's playful dance-pop and the week's best new tracks

Gelli Haha's debut album 'Switcheroo' showcases her eclectic, playful dance-pop style with a unique, vibrant aesthetic.
fromFuncheap
3 months ago

An Evening With Yo La Tengo at The Chapel (May 9-13)

"I see clearly how it ends / I see the moon rise as the sun descends," they sing during opener "Sinatra Drive Breakdown."
NYC music
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Jensen McRae: I Don't Know How But They Found Me!

McRae's album captures the unique yet universal experience of heartbreak through vivid storytelling and relatable emotions.
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fromKALTBLUT Magazine
3 months ago

Jesse Boykins III Teams Up with Everything Liquid for the Stunning New Track "No Signal" - KALTBLUT Magazine

Jesse Boykins III's "No Signal" blends electronic and soulful music, breaking conventional boundaries.
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Salami Rose Joe Louis: Lorings

Salami Rose Joe Louis's new album "Lorings" showcases a shift from grand sci-fi narratives to more concise, introspective music.
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fromPitchfork
3 months ago

fantasy of a broken heart: Chaos Practitioner EP

The duo's EP 'Chaos Practitioner' showcases an energetic blend of pop genres, packed with experimental sounds and innovative songwriting techniques.
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Deerhoof: Noble and Godlike in Ruin

The album takes its unusual title from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, a source of inspiration. Drummer Greg Saunier describes the album as 'our low-budget, DIY Frankenstein: A sensitive, spurned, intelligent, dehumanized creature made out of people.'
SF music
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Papo2oo4 / Subjxct 5: Papaholic, Vol. 1

The blurriness of newstalgia, both a point of reference and discovery, makes Papaholic, Vol.1 a refreshing take on a brand of hip-hop revivalism.
NYC music
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Carrie Brownstein on Richard Avedon's Portrait of Cat Power

Cat Power's music defies traditional norms, blending beauty with chaos in a captivating performance style.
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Heavy Song of the Week: GWAR's Punked-Up Thrashy Raunchy Ripper "Lot Lizard"

GWAR's new single 'Lot Lizard' showcases their musical prowess while retaining their signature comedic and satirical edge.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Video: Doechii's Most Revealing Rapping

Doechii's song "Nosebleeds" effectively highlights her growth as an artist and her rich influences within hip-hop.
fromstupiddope.com
3 months ago

Bon Iver's SABLE, fABLE Glows With Light, Joy, and the Possibility of Finality

Bon Iver's SABLE, fABLE embodies a rebirth through joy, moving away from sorrow, and may signal the end of the Bon Iver project.
Music production
fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Ken Carson Drops More Chaos | stupidDOPE

Ken Carson's 'More Chaos' showcases his solo artistry with intense energy and dark production, amplifying his unique sound without any guest features.
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Yetsuby: 4EVA

Yetsuby's album 4EVA is an energetic exploration of sound, juxtaposing bright and chaotic elements, showcasing her refusal to repeat past patterns in music.
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fromstupidDOPE
3 months ago

Duckwrth Delivers His Most Unfiltered Work Yet with All American FckBoy | stupidDOPE

Duckwrth's album All American F ckBoy* is a cinematic exploration of his psyche, blending genres and deep emotional themes.
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Xang: Watch Over My Body

Xang masterfully blends chilling sounds with levity, creating a unique immersive listening experience that requires multiple plays to digest.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Perfume Genius: Glory review full of energy and biting nuance

Perfume Genius's 'Glory' masterfully blends indie rock with emotional depth and collaboration, touching on universal themes of life and queerness.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

Ariana Grande's New Songs Tell Us More About Her Divorce, So Here's A Roundup Of The Important Lyrics

Ariana Grande's new deluxe album features lyrics reflecting her emotional journey post-divorce, sparking discussion among fans.
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