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Is TikTok creating a musical meritocracy?

Gen Z breaks down traditional barriers as TikTok helps boost musical fame
July 27, 2020 at 7:26 pm

by DENALI SAGNER

Music

The LP Show: The Future of Live Music?

Liam Payne shows how performers can adapt to the reality of social distancing in creating more interactive experiences for their fans.
July 26, 2020 at 5:39 pm

by FERNANDA BRIZUELA

Music

The Chicks share righteous, passionate anger on 'Gaslighter'

The country trio formerly known as The Dixie Chicks are assisted by Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent on their latest record.
July 26, 2020 at 5:33 pm

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

100 gecs Returns with heavy-hitting remixes on '1000 gecs and The Tree of Clues'

The electronic duo's long-awaited remix album is the exact opposite of "lofi beats to study/relax to."
July 21, 2020 at 7:10 pm

by FELIX CUI

Music

Arca celebrates her identities on mutant pop record 'KiCk i'

On her fifth album, the Venezuelan producer desconstructs the pop diva.
July 13, 2020 at 3:09 pm

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

Phoebe Bridgers Weighs Life, Love, and Loss on "Punisher"

The indie artist blends introspection, storytelling, and eeriness on her sophomore album.
June 30, 2020 at 12:02 pm

by DENALI SAGNER

Focus

The Controversial Legacy of "Urban" Music

Despite its ubiquity, the 'urban' label has a problematic past and concerning present
June 30, 2020 at 11:53 am

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

Flying Lotus' 'You're Dead!': Black Death in Protest Music

FlyLo's 2014 album explores themes worth reexamination from a present perspective
June 18, 2020 at 4:47 pm

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

Naeem Balances Club-Ready Bangers and Sensitive Love Songs On 'Startisha'

Naeem (formerly: Spank Rock) transforms into his new persona on this sonically dense, experimental new album
June 17, 2020 at 7:08 pm

by KYLE WHITING

Music

The Dawn of a New Era: How TikTok is Changing the Music Industry

The way the increasingly popular social media app is allowing the masses to communicate with the music industry
June 15, 2020 at 12:56 pm

by EVA INGBER

Music

Lady Gaga Finally Returns to Dance Pop with 'Chromatica'

Mother Monster's latest album is a queer, campy, and energetic return to upbeat house music.
June 13, 2020 at 8:50 pm

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

Street's Songs of the Summer Roundup

Street writers discuss their favorite tracks with the most meaningful connections to summertime.
June 11, 2020 at 11:13 am

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

Music

Charli XCX Explodes on Quarantine Album, 'How I'm Feeling Now'

Charli XCX’s latest project showcases some of her most abrasive and energetic music to date
June 6, 2020 at 2:20 pm

by PEYTON TOUPS

Music

Perfume Genius Realizes His Full, Complex Self on New Record

On his fifth record, 'Set My Heart On Fire Immediately,' Perfume Genius' Mike Hadreas explores queer love with a newfound poignancy
June 2, 2020 at 7:00 am

by PEYTON TOUPS