Lady Gaga’s ‘Chromatica’ brings dance-pop into dialogue with the trials and tribulations of contemporary life.
Arts, Music, Review
The 1975, James Blake, and More in Singles
The 1975 delivers signature 80s synth pop in “If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know),” and Cautious Clay’s R&B track fixates on love.
Arts, Music, Review
Joji Returns With Balladry and More in Singles
Joji’s “Gimme Love” is heartfelt and vulnerable and Still Woozy and Bon Iver also release singles.
Arts, Music, Review
Sufjan Stevens Veers Into the Unknown with ‘Aporia’
Sufjan Stevens’ New Age-inspired ‘Aporia’ is a departure from his previous work, and perhaps a tad too adventurous for his generally open-minded fans.
Arts, Music, Review
‘The New Abnormal’ is a Stroke of Genius
The Stroke’s ‘The New Abnormal’ is a delightful return to form for the indie rock trailblazers.
Arts, Music, Review
Life is No Fairytale for Selena Gomez in ‘Boyfriend’ Video
Selena Gomez is on the hunt in the music video for “Boyfriend.”
Arts, Music
iEdit: Rhind Revels in the Rock Genre
Assistant arts editor Nathan Rhind delivers a Spotify playlist saturated in rock anthems by David Bowie, Iggy Pop, and Pink Floyd.
Arts, Music, Review
Thundercat’s ‘It Is What It Is’ Indulges in Lush Funk Fusion
Never one to rest on his laurels, Thundercat is back with ‘It Is What It Is,’ another ambitious jazz-funk fusion project.
Arts, Music, Review
Dua Lipa’s ‘Future Nostalgia’ is Pop’s Galactic Destiny
Dua Lipa’s ‘Future Nostalgia’ shakes up the pop genre with 80s synth pop songs that harness themes of love and heartbreak.
Arts, Music, Review
The Weeknd Falls Victim to Old Habits on ‘After Hours’
The Weeknd’s highly anticipated fourth album delivers lukewarm lyrics and a propensity for melodrama.
