In review: Kevin Abstract’s third solo album “Blanket”

November 13, 2023 by

Released on Nov. 3, “Blanket,” Kevin’s Abstract’s third solo studio album showcases the artist’s versatility and boldness.
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Record Recap: The Pixies’ “Doolittle”

April 25, 2023 by

“Doolittle” begins and ends with greatness, and it rightfully deserves its famous spot in the early alt-rock world.
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Staff Writer Favorites: Top 10 albums of 2022

November 17, 2022 by

Staff Writer Lorna Kruesel shares her top 10 albums of 2022!
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Record Recap: Dean Blunt’s “BLACK METAL”

November 10, 2022 by

British singer-songwriter Dean Blunt dips his toes into the avant-garde and art-pop genres on his 2014 album “BLACK METAL.” 
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Record Recap: 23 years since MF DOOM’s “Operation: Doomsday”

October 20, 2022 by

MF DOOM, or Daniel Dumile, shaped the ’90s underground rap and hip-hop scene in the U.S.
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Staff writer favorites: Fall albums to listen to

October 13, 2022 by

Here are our staff writer's favorite fall albums to listen to!
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Record recap: Alex G’s “Beach Music”

October 6, 2022 by

Alex G’s 2015 album “Beach Music” challenges the ‘sad’ album archetype by taking its listeners through a sort of auditory haunted house — all the while begging for your trust.
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Record Recap: Clairo’s Autumnal Masterpiece “Sling”

July 20, 2022 by

This album is about love and heartbreak, building a home and strengthening the relationships that matter most to us.
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Record Recap: Revisiting “Apollo XXI” after Three Years

May 26, 2022 by

Steve Lacy’s first studio album proved itself as a beautifully-crafted, fun collection of songs with each track bringing bright and exuberant energy.
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Record Recap: Revisiting Kevin Abstract’s “ARIZONA BABY” Four Years Later

April 30, 2022 by

“ARIZONA BABY” has incredible production value and proved itself as Abstract’s strongest album.
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Reflections Of Weyes Blood’s “Titanic Rising”: 3 Years Later

April 7, 2022 by

The album exists as a vulnerable collection of young adult experiences, all of which click together like puzzle pieces.
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Record Recap: Revisiting “Horse Jumper Of Love” Six Years Later

March 9, 2022 by

Horse Jumper of Love, the Boston-based slowcore band, has most certainly contributed to the indie-rock music scene in the second half of the 2010s.
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Artsweek on Spotify: Calming Tracks to Ease the Stress of Finals Season

March 3, 2022 by

Jam to this playlist when the stress of finals becomes overwhelming or as the anxiousness of spring and new beginnings creeps in. 
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Record Recap: Revisiting TV Girl’s Timeless Album “Who Really Cares” Six Years Later

February 27, 2022 by

TV Girl, the San Diego-based band most popular for its vast array of synth-pop music, released their second studio album “Who Really Cares” on Feb. 25, 2016.
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Record Recap: Four Years Since Rejjie Snow’s “Dear Annie”

February 18, 2022 by

“Dear Annie,” the Dublin-based rapper’s debut full-length album, details both the blossoming and slow passing of a relationship.   
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