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Smerz’s ‘Believer’ is an Elegant Puzzle Box of Classical and Club
On their first full–length release, the duo expands their sonic palette while remaining their playful selves.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
Pop Star Sia Misses the Mark with Horribly Ableist 'Music'
The film is not only tone–deaf, but offensive to the very people it claims to support.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
Are You Ready for the Grammys?
Sunday is the biggest night in the music industry: Who will come out on top?
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Katy Kirby Gains Her Balance on ‘Cool Dry Place’
The singer–songwriter tells her life story through emotional anecdotes.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Julien Baker Searches for Meaning in 'Little Oblivions'
Baker's third studio album grapples with its identity through a series of indie–rock existential crises.
by EMILY MOON
Music
A Closer Look Into Big Streams in Quarantine
An ode to two artists who made it big on their own in the age of social media and streaming services
by PHUONG NGO
Music
Black Dresses Are Relentlessly Hopeful on ‘Forever In Your Heart’
Last year, the band broke up. Now, they’ve just put out the best work of their career.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
Street's Most Anticipated Releases of March
There are the albums we can't wait to hear over the next month.
by KYLE WHITING
Music
When Do We Give Up On Delayed Albums?
Lorde, Rihanna, and Chromatics have all been set to release new music ... for a while.
by WALDEN GREEN
Music
Hayley Williams Processes Grief and Resilience on her Devastating New Album
'FLOWERS for VASES / descansos' offers deeper insight into the Paramore lead's personal life.
by EMILY MOON
Music
Pink Sweat$ takes us to 'Pink Planet' on his new album
The Philadelphia native's new LP is romantic R&B unified with wholesome lyrics.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
On 'EP2!,' JPEGMAFIA Experiments with Ambience
The rapper known for his eclectic and digitalized production opts for a new sound.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Pearl Charles Encourages Soul Searching on 'Magic Mirror'
Charles' sophomore LP inspires dance parties in the bedroom.
by EVAN QIANG
Music
Going Gaga for Lady Gaga's Chromatica Oreos
It's giving us camp. It's giving us gay. It's giving us Gaga.
by PEYTON TOUPS
Music
The Weather Station Combats 'Ignorance' On New Album
Tamara Lindeman illuminates the existential threat of climate change on her latest effort.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
Why is Taylor Swift Re–Recording her Old Albums?
“Love Story” is the first of many. But why is Swift re–recording her music in the first place?
by EMILY MOON
Music
Weezer's Quirks Shine Through On 'OK Human'
Though Weezer may never return to the heights of 'Pinkerton,' their latest record is authentic in its simplicity.
by ALLISON STILLMAN
Music
A Love Letter to my Infinite Playlist
How I curate and collect conceptions of love by ways of a Spotify Playlist
by AAKRUTI GANESHAN
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