Kendrick Lamar’s latest watershed is arguably his finest song suite of his career to date, and by extension, the first bona fide classic album of 2017.
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During an era of collaborations between emcees from different stylistic backgrounds, ‘The Seven’ is a memorable first step for Talib Kweli & Styles P.
Read moreSheryl Crow’s ‘Be Myself’ Expands Her Brand of Venus Rock | Album Review
‘Be Myself’ is an affirmation of Crow today as a woman and artist bridging the traditional and modern sides of the rock genre she loves.
Read moreJoey Bada$$ Elevates His Game on Incisive ‘All-Amerikkkan Bada$$’ | Album Review
Joey clearly shot for the moon with his second studio album, working to speak for his own generation while simultaneously trying to educate those in need.
Read moreAndré Cymone Inspires on Revelatory ‘1969’ | Album Review
Cymone's '1969' is a testament to the power of a man with a guitar in his hand and a song in his heart. No pretense, no frippery, and no nonsense.
Read moreTanika Charles’ Soul Runs Deep on Dynamic Debut ‘Soul Run’ | Album Review
A shining example of a modern refit of ‘60s & ‘70s classic soul, Charles’ debut is destined to be one of the year’s most unassuming and rewarding gems.
Read moreGoldfrapp Surprise and Delight with ‘Silver Eye’ | Album Review
The duo’s seventh LP is an intricately constructed musical tapestry, with multiple sonic ingredients & vocal flourishes that coalesce for another enchanting affair.
Read moreHot Property: Jamiroquai Return to Power with ‘Automaton’ | Album Review
The band’s first album since 2010’s ‘Rock Dust Light Star’ is funky, sometimes shrewd, and occasionally surprising. A grand return to form, indeed.
Read moreMastodon Deliver Epic Journey with Inspired ‘Emperor of Sand’ | Album Review
Close your eyes and listen to Mastodon’s seventh studio album loud. Make up your own story and then choose your own adventure.
Read moreAimee Mann Navigates Stunning ‘Mental Illness’ with Eloquence & Grace | Album Review
The acclaimed singer-songwriter’s ninth studio album is arguably her finest, most enveloping work since 2000’s ‘Bachelor No. 2.’
Read moreRaekwon Delivers Another Winner with ‘The Wild’ | Album Review
With his seventh solo album, Raekwon embraces what has historically made Wu releases special, while not shying away from keeping the music current.
Read moreLIVE REVIEW: Norah Jones Mesmerizes with Career-Spanning Performance in Atlanta
Photo: Danny Clinch
As gloriously evidenced by her recent Fox Theatre set, Jones wins as a live performer because of her authenticity and less-is-more approach.
Read moreValerie June Triumphs on Transcendent ‘The Order of Time’ | Album Review
Building upon the promise of 2013’s ‘Pushin’ Against a Stone,’ the versatile singer-songwriter’s follow-up effort is a magnificent album of inspiration & ingenuity.
Read moreYour Old Droog ‘PACKS’ a Convincing Punch on Sophomore Long Player | Album Review
With his solid second album, Your Old Droog builds upon his strengths and shows his versatility without compromising his sound.
Read moreALBUM REVIEW: Ryan Adams Harnesses the Heartache on ‘Prisoner’
Conceived amidst the dissolution of his seven-year marriage to Mandy Moore, 'Prisoner' is a sobering, soul-baring breakup album from beginning to end.
Read moreElbow's ‘Little Fictions’ is a Triumph of Hope and the Human Spirit | Album Review
The band’s seventh studio album reinforces the redemptive power of love & romance, with a valiant optimism, defiance, and sense of renewal throughout.
Read moreALBUM REVIEW: Japandroids’ ‘Near to the Wild Heart of Life’ Proves That Rock & Roll Endures
Rock & roll may be pushing up dirt, but as evidenced on their excellent third studio LP, sometimes Japandroids can make it sound saved.
Read moreTift Merritt Gracefully Navigates Life’s Vicissitudes with ‘Stitch of the World’ | Album Review
The core power of Merritt’s sixth studio album derives from her uncanny ability to connect the personal to the universal, while crafting songs that stick.
Read moreOmar’s ‘Love In Beats’ Showcases an Artist at the Peak of His Powers | Album Review
Album Artwork by Dan Lish
What shines through the UK soul man’s eighth LP is a restless desire to combine the most unlikely ingredients and then, somehow, make them work so well.
Read moreUncompromising ‘Run the Jewels 3’ Finds the Dynamic Duo in Their Rawest Form | Album Review
El-P & Killer Mike’s latest LP reaffirms that the pair have managed to capture their audience’s passion like few hip-hop acts have during this decade.
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