album review
Sturgill Simpson Made a Bluegrass Concept Album For His Grandparents. It Rules
The shapeshifting songwriter and family man returns with ‘The Ballad of Dood and Juanita,’ the freest and most fun full-length of his career.
John Mayer's 80s-Inspired ‘Sob Rock’ Isn't Bad
Referencing Toto, Lionel Richie, Prince, and other icons from that decade, the pop guitarist's eighth LP is goofy and self-aware nostalgia.
Tame Impala's 'The Slow Rush' Is Worth the Wait
Kevin Parker’s first album in five years had a prolonged rollout, but he delivers on the Coachella-sized expectations.
Justin Bieber Is a Wife Guy Now
Five years after 'Purpose' reshaped modern pop, new album 'Changes' zooms in hard on married life.
Green Day's 'Father Of All...' Isn't Built to Be Taken Seriously
It's probably the most fun some punk legends could have while fulfilling a contractual ten-album record deal obligation.
J Hus Is Playing the Game, for Now
'Big Conspiracy' is a rich, meditative thought from the UK rapper. It's also the next – and not final – step in his journey of self-realisation.
Mac Miller's 'Circles' Is a Tender, Posthumous Farewell to His Fans
The day before the album landed, fans gathered for a playback of the rapper's final album. Now, the music lives on for good.
Buckle Up Haters, Coldplay’s ‘Everyday Life’ Is Their Best Album This Decade
While Chris Martin and company indulge some of their most roastable tendencies, we’re sorry to admit it’s actually pretty good.
FKA twigs Has Always Defied Genre. Pop Music Finally Caught Up
In our Weekly Review series, we dive into 'Magdalene', the long-awaited second album from pop's most innovative polymath.
The One New Album to Care About This Week: King Princess’ ‘Cheap Queen’
King Princess is 20, and has already made her mark on Gen Z queer pop. In our Weekly Review series, we look at her soulful debut album.
The One New Album to Care About This Week: Caroline Polachek’s ‘Pang’
In the first of our Weekly Review series, we survey the ex-Chairlift singer's alt-pop vision. Get ready to cry on the dance floor (or at home).
'House of Sugar' Is (Sandy) Alex G's Most Essential Album
The eighth studio LP from the Philadelphia songwriter best captures Alex Giannascoli's thrilling idiosyncrasies.