The soundtrack to your daydreams, the chillest of vibes, Beach House deliver once again with ‘7.’
Read moreTom Misch Stretches His Stirring Songcraft on Genre-Defying Debut ‘Geography’ | Album Review
An unassuming and uncompromisingly gratifying aural experience, ‘Geography’ is the reviewer’s personal favorite album of 2018 so far, until otherwise notified.
Read moreLeon Bridges’ Latest Proves You Can Never Get Enough of a ‘Good Thing’ | Album Review
With Bridges' voice reminiscent of a mix between Sam Cooke and Raphael Saadiq, ‘Good Thing’ explores love, self-reflection and journeys, internal and external.
Read moreRoyce Da 5’9” Embraces Introspection on Bold & Brave ‘Book of Ryan’ | Album Review
Royce evolves into a full-fledged author on his new album, sharing one of the more compelling autobiographies you'll come across.
Read moreFinding Love Again in Amber Mark’s Captivating ‘Conexão’ EP | Review
Where its precursor ‘3.33am’ broods with introversion, ‘Conexão’ is resiliently extroverted as Mark explores reconnecting with the ups and downs of new love.
Read moreJanelle Monáe’s Dynamic ‘Dirty Computer’ Expertly Merges the Personal & Political | Album Review
A pristine pop sheen makes ‘Dirty Computer’ Monáe’s most mainstream album to date, without sacrificing her lyrical power and artistic integrity.
Read moreManic Street Preachers Stand Strong on ‘Resistance Is Futile’ | Album Review
The band’s thirteenth studio album finds them treading familiar ground. That’s not to say they’re phoning it in: they’re simply doing what they do best.
Read moreLaura Veirs Triumphs with Exhilarating, Exquisitely Crafted ‘The Lookout’ | Album Review
Every song on Veirs’ new album ‘The Lookout’ is special, tied together by a thoughtful thesis, consummate musicianship, and an unwavering work ethic.
Read moreKimbra Delivers Solidly Compelling Pop with Terrific Third Album ‘Primal Heart’ | Album Review
Less R&B than 2014’s ‘The Golden Echo,’ Kimbra’s third album is reminiscent of her debut LP ‘Vows’ in its electro-pop joie de vivre.
Read moreEric Bellinger Flexes His Versatility, Vivacity & Vulnerability on ‘Eazy Call’ | Album Review
Bellinger embraces today's trends in R&B on his latest effort, but he uses them as tools rather than crutches.
Read moreJean Grae & Quelle Chris’ ‘Everything’s Fine’ Is a Therapeutic Triumph | Album Review
The duo’s compelling collaboration unfolds as a meditation on the means that people can use to cope with these troubling times.
Read moreCourtney Marie Andrews Traverses the Heart, Mind & Soul on ‘May Your Kindness Remain’ | Album Review
Beyond Andrews’ soaring voice, the album’s core strength lies in the universal relatability and empathy of Andrews’ thoughtfully constructed narratives.
Read more‘Juliana Hatfield Sings Olivia Newton-John’ Illuminates the Legend’s Timeless Songcraft | Album Review
Hatfield’s homage to Newton-John proves that well-constructed songs still resonate regardless of how they might get bent or reshaped through interpretation.
Read moreLisa Stansfield’s Dazzling ‘Deeper’ Extends the Dynamism of Her Discography to Date | Album Review
Stansfield’s excellent eighth studio album proves that she continues to stand tall as one of the preeminent and most compelling talents of her era.
Read moreJosh Rouse Refines & Reinvigorates His Sound with ‘Love In The Modern Age’ | Album Review
If you prefer your music to sound amazing from beginning to end, well, then look no further than Josh Rouse’s terrific twelfth studio album.
Read moreEn Vogue’s Vibrant ‘Electric Café’ Crackles with Soul | Album Review
No two songs sound alike on the trio’s seventh studio album, a sublime blend of dancefloor cuts, soul searching ballads and cinematic melodies.
Read moreALBUM REVIEW: Bettye LaVette Reimagines Bob Dylan’s Songs on Enthralling ‘Things Have Changed’
A soulful voice on steroids, LaVette delivers all twelve tracks with the conviction of living and the gratitude of seeing each day.
Read moreALBUM REVIEW: Czarface & MF DOOM Deliver Dream-Team Collaboration ‘Czarface Meets Metal Face’
A collaborative album between Czarface and MF DOOM is a natural fit. The fact that the album is dope just makes things even more satisfying.
Read moreALBUM REVIEW: Kacey Musgraves’ Easy, Breezy ‘Golden Hour’ Is Time Well Spent
The thirteen tracks on the Golden, Texas native’s fun, enjoyable new album range from elegiac ballads to upbeat dancefloor anthems.
Read moreKylie Minogue Embraces Artistic Growth with Glorious ‘Golden’ | Album Review
For the first time in a long time, here is a Kylie Minogue album that wears its art—and heart—on its sleeve publicly and is the better for it.
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