Music in 2013

The Year of the Overnight Release: How Much Time Should a Critic Get?

The Year of the Overnight Release: How Much Time Should a Critic Get?

Given the anticipation level and lack of pre-release availability, Yeezus offered a perfect test case for the nagging question: How has the model of digital media changed the amount of time music critics spend with the records they’re assessing?
Guessing the 2014 Grammys

Guessing the 2014 Grammys

Predictions and behind-the-scenes info on who will win the 2014 Grammys in ten major categories.
The Artists Pick the Best of 2013, Part 3

The Artists Pick the Best of 2013, Part 3

PopMatters lets the artists become the critics, giving them a chance to offer their picks from music and pop culture in 2013. Part 3 features PopMatters favorites the Pastels, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and Windhand.

The Artists Pick the Best of 2013, Part 2

The Artists Pick the Best of 2013, Part 1

K-pop’s Generation

Towards a (Redneck) Pleasure Principle: Or Why Luke Bryan Might Be This Year’s Best Artist

The Best Mainstream Pop Singles of 2013

Music, Movies, TVs, Games: October’s Best Entertainment Options

Guessing the 2013 Grammys