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Japanese Breakfast’s “Jubilee” is About so Much More Than Joy
With her third record, Michelle Zauner claims her rightful place at the forefront of modern indie rock.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
On “Un Canto por Mexico, Vol. 2" Natalia Lafourcade Pays Tribute to Personal and National History
Lafourcade celebrates Mexico's rich culture by covering some of the country's most popular folk songs.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Olivia Rodrigo's "SOUR" is Full of Breakup Anthems for Every Generation
The response to Olivia Rodrigo's debut album is a testament to her universal, enduring appeal.
by EMILY MOON
Music
CHAI Has 20/20 Vision on WINK
Despite drawing on new influences, the quartet never loses its focus on bubblegum pop.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Know Your Daddy, Her Name is St. Vincent
St. Vincent has always toed the line between what is real and what is fake. Daddy’s Home is her realest fake record yet.
by PEYTON TOUPS
Music
J. Cole Never Stops Working, Even When it's 'The Off–Season'
J. Cole offers a distinctive vantage point of rap music, but he's still trying to perfect the view.
by EMILY MOON
Music
The Many Faces of Onika Tanya Maraj
To celebrate the re–release of ‘Beam Me Up Scotty,’ we're rounding up Nicki Minaj’s most underrated tracks.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
Jorja Smith Dissects the Heart on 'Be Right Back'
In this follow–up to her impressive debut album, Smith dives deeper into the intricacies of love.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Lose Yourself in Spirit of the Beehive’s 'ENTERTAINMENT, DEATH'
The Philly band's consistently unpredictable new record is part acid trip, part nostalgia trip.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’ is Just as Magical as the Original
Improved vocals and production make the first of Swift's re–recorded albums a success.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Basside’s New EP is a Fitting Tribute to the Late SOPHIE
‘FUCK IT UP’ reminds us how unbridled, carefree, and raunchy the producer’s music could be.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
The Songs We Can't Wait to Hear in Clubs
Here are Street's top bangers to blast once clubs open up again.
by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE
Music
Benny Blanco Keeps Up His Hot Streak on 'Friends Keep Secrets 2'
The hit–making producer doesn't let up on the latest addition to his discography.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
Renée Reed’s Self–Titled Album is Haunted by Heritage
On her debut full–length album, the Louisian–based singer–songwriter doesn’t give up her secrets so easily.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
On ‘To See the Next Part of the Dream,’ Parannoul Grapples with His Past
Moments of positivity are rare on the artist’s honest and despondent sophomore album.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Is Addison Rae a New Kardashian?
With the release of her debut single "Obsessed," the TikTok starlet's claim to fame is questionable.
by EMILY MOON
Music
Lessons from Fiona Apple's 'Criminal'
The artist's groundbreaking music video continues to redefine womanhood, over a decade after its release.
by EMILY MOON
Music
Justin Bieber’s New Album Stands For Personal Growth, Not Civil Justice
Bieber's latest studio effort aims for relevance and falls into performative activism.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
Lana Del Rey Grasps at Authenticity on ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’
On the singer’s insular seventh album, some experiments turn out better than others.
by WALDEN GREEN
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