Charli XCX Returns With the Avant-Pop of ‘Charli’
Charli XCX, born Charlotte Atchinson, first rose to prominence from a slew of singles and features on other artists’ songs. From a writing credit and supporting vocals on…
The Lumineers’ ‘III’ Tells a Tragic Tale of Three Generations
Danny Clinch
The Lumineers are among the most distinctive bands to achieve massive success and acclaim in the folk rock / Americana revival that swept the nation over…
Pixies Return With Their Best Songs in Years on ‘Beneath the Eyrie’
Travis Shinn
One of the most influential rock bands of all time, Pixies have inspired various ‘90s alt bands, from Nirvana to Radiohead and beyond. Their…
Barns Courtney Digs Into the Nostalgia and Impulse of New Album ‘404’
Tom Oxley
There’s an eternal collective sentiment that we recognize immediately because it stood the test of time, and instinctively strikes a chord. In 2015, Barns Courtney’s…
The Highwomen Are the Group Country Music Desperately Needed
Alysse Gafkjen
Over the years, the female voices in country have been few and far between, but have made quite an impact on their own to infuse verve and spark into the country…
‘Hollywood’s Bleeding’ Exhibits Post Malone’s Unique Affinity for Pop Artistry
First rising to prominence with “White Iverson,” Post Malone established himself as a pop trap sensation where many others could have easily sunk into…
Iggy Pop Will Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night on ‘Free’
Rob Baker Ashton
At the age of 72, Iggy Pop is, of course, a legendary performer and musician. Known for his shirtless, spirited live performances, and rocket-propelled vocal…
Bat for Lashes Evoke Youthful Abandon on ‘Lost Girls’
Logan White
Natasha Khan has previously released four studio albums as Bat for Lashes, beginning with 2006’s folk-inspired “Fur and Gold.” Throughout successive releases, the English…
EarthGang Encapsulates the Edgier End of Atlanta Hip-Hop With ‘Mirrorland’
Alex "Grizz" Loucas
Atlanta, Georgia is a city so integral to contemporary hip-hop that the music and culture have essentially consumed the landscape. ATL has been readily turning out rappers to a capacity that…
‘Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice’ Follows the Singer’s Career From Stage to Sudden Illness
No shocks or surprises, “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice” puts on display and in proper order everything we might already know about…