Music

Record Recap: 50th Anniversary Of “Tago Mago” by CAN

March 4, 2021 by

The widespread influence of “Tago Mago” is reflected in the subsequent records of musicians who were inspired by the record’s creative exploration.
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In Review: “For the first time” By Black Country, New Road

February 18, 2021 by

Black Country, New Road has established itself as one of the most exciting new British exports, frequently drawing comparisons to the American post-hardcore band Slint. 
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In Review: Taylor Swift’s Storytelling Saves 2020, Again

December 27, 2020 by

Swift’s new album, “evermore,” both lyrically and sonically picks up where “folklore” left off.
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In Review: “Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios) ∞” By Kali Uchis

December 2, 2020 by

Uchis not only proves her artistic creativity and her ability to blend genres but also successfully embraces and highlights her Colombian roots in defiance of criticism.
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In Review: Kylie Minogue’s Victory Lap With “DISCO”

November 15, 2020 by

Minogue has reinvented herself once again with “DISCO,” bringing retro sounds to the future.
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In Review: Tomberlin’s Musical Craft Projects in Her Latest EP

November 4, 2020 by

The EP may be disappointing for those seeking pioneering melodies, but it does not fall short of sophistication or sincerity. 
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In Review: “Positions” Is The Return of Classic — Albeit More Sultry — Ariana

November 3, 2020 by

“Positions” proves itself to be a succinct 41-minute album that is a strong resurgence of classic Grande, in all of her textural and high soaring vocals.
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In Review: “Featuring Ty Dolla $ign” Proves Ty $ is More than a Background Artist

November 1, 2020 by

"Featuring Ty Dolla $ign" is undoubtedly an album to vibe to, a concoction of catchy songs that are short enough to leave you craving the next, but long enough to make you appreciate Ty’s mastery.
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In Review: Róisín Murphy Tells Her Own Story on “Róisín Machine”

October 12, 2020 by

On “Róisín Machine,” the music is stripped back and drawn out, but still has the essence of her personality through these slow disco and house anthems.
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In Review: “Savage Mode 2” by 21 Savage and Metro Boomin

October 8, 2020 by

“Savage Mode II” finally arrived last Friday, and both Metro Boomin and 21 Savage delivered a gritty, dark and menacing project that exceeded the original.
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In Review: Joji Nuances His Sad Boi Style on “Nectar”

October 7, 2020 by and

On his latest album “Nectar,” Joji expands his sonic range, simultaneously embracing his lo-fi sound as well as including a more diverse musical palette.
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In Review: NIKI Offers Glimmers of Magic on “MOONCHILD”

September 18, 2020 by

NIKI steers her debut album “MOONCHILD” in a grandiose cinematic direction, creating a mixture of breathtaking but ultimately incohesive moments.
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In Review: Big Sean Comes Home on “Detroit 2”

September 15, 2020 by

“Detroit 2” is the sequel to Sean’s “Detroit” mixtape,  where he pays homage to the city where he was born and raised.
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In Review: Katy Perry Gets Her Smile Back

September 4, 2020 by

On this record, she’s not trying to exert her creative exhaust like on “Witness,” and it sounds like she’s having fun.
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In Review: “Karma 3” Showcases Dave East’s Consistency and Grit

August 29, 2020 by and

East’s consistency ultimately makes his latest project a solid endeavor, though his collaborators’ contributions punch above their weights.
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