Music
‘There She Goes, There She Goes Again’: ‘The La’s’ Turns 35
The La’s released one single album, self-titled “The La’s,” creatively after their own band name, and then disappeared almost as quickly as they arrived.
Ethel Cain Concert Review: What If God Weren’t Merciful?
Evidently, Cain’s mercy was never given freely, and perhaps that is what made it feel sacred. Rather than just receiving release, the crowd earned it.
The Middle Child: ‘Extraordinary Machine’ Turns 20
It cannot be said that “Extraordinary Machine” is bad because it doesn’t stand out compared to the rest of her discography. It’s a stellar album in its own right.
‘Vie’ Album Review: Is Doja Cat Playing Her Cards Right?
While “Vie” is a formidable attempt to return to her iconic sound, the record as a whole feels more confined and less ambitious than her previous three albums.
A Timeless Impact: ‘Speak Now’ Turns 15
For every ending she mourned in her 2010 album, there were many more beginnings.
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Review: Not All That Glitters Is Gold
Overall, “The Life of a Showgirl” contains a few impressive songs, but most of the album strays far from Swift’s roots, leaving fans disappointed.
‘Midnight Sun’ Album Review: Zara Larsson Deserves Her (Summer) Flowers
Full of effortless vocals, striking melodies, and utter energy, Larsson captures the euphoric feeling of a summer well-spent.
In Photos: Car Seat Headrest Rocks Out
While on their “The Scholars” tour, indie-rock darling Car Seat Headrest made a stop at Boston’s MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Sep. 27.
Artist Profile: jigitz Is Ready for Tour
jigitz’ works are dynamic and ever-changing, making for a discography that feels perpetually unfinished and invites transformation at every turn.
‘Sing-Songs, Song-Alongs, and Jumping, Jumping Jumps’: Student Bands Make Marvelous Moves at WHRB Concert
WHRB hosted a dynamic, electrifying, yet intimate program by student performers Eleni Paris, Time Being, and Droga.
Dream Pop or the Dream of Every Pop Star?: ‘Heaven or Las Vegas’ Turns 35
Fraser's inflections and manipulation of vowels lend an extra dimension to the music — what she sings does not matter as much as the way she sings it.
Car Seat Headrest Concert Review: Operatic in Scale and Emotion
Expertly woven together, Car Seat Headrest's set was nothing short of magical.
AI in Music: Where Machine Meets Man
While the 2010s saw the rise of parody popular music videos from YouTube creators, that niche is being filled by AI music like the song above.
Billboard, Bach, and Bad Songs: Are The Hot 100s Worse Than Before?
If you’ve lived on this planet for long enough, you’ve probably heard someone echo this all-too-familiar sentiment before.
A Rockstar’s Guide To Processing Grief: ‘Wish You Were Here’ Turns 50
As streaming questions the importance of track order, “Wish You Were Here” is an important example of why intentionality improves music longevity.
