RosalÃa’s ‘Lux’ Is a Brilliant Act of FaithÂ
RosalÃa’s Lux may seem, at first, hard to read as pop, but it’s as pop as religion, one of its inspirations. The very act of calling it pop is an act of faith in the power of music.
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The Zombies’ Inhuman Staying Power
The Zombies only had a couple of hit songs, yet Robin Platts’ Times and Seasons shows their almost inhuman staying power to this day.
John Cale’s Orch-Pop Masterwork ‘Paris 1919’ Is Brilliant
With his 1973 album Paris 1919, John Cale created one of his most serene and accessible works, a contrast to the frenetic style of the Velvet Underground.
The Polyphonic Spree Return with Lovely Melodies
As a Tim DeLaughter solo album featuring guest musicians from the Polyphonic Spree, this would be an easier sell. As a full-band LP, it feels undercooked.
Katie von Schleicher Isn’t Trying to Be Cool
Brooklyn alternative pop artist Katie von Schleicher discusses her brilliant new, dreamy album, and why she allows the freedom to be herself.
ISLE Combine the Electronic and Organic on “Lone Wolf”
Dutch indietronica duo ISLE share their latest single, "Lone Wolf", a dreamy orchestral pop number.
Between the Grooves: The Beach Boys – ‘The Beach Boys Today!’
The Beach Boys Today! is an often overlooked gem in the band's catalog. We dive into each track and discover how they fit into the Beach Boys' musical growth, while also examining the recording process and release history.
While the Sun Shines: An Interview with Composer Joe Wong
Joe Wong, the composer behind Netflix's Russian Doll and Master of None, articulates personal grief and grappling with artistic fulfillment into a sweeping debut album.
Nashville’s Brontë Fall Have Finished with School
Folk-pop's Brontë Fall opt for a black leather jacket instead of a wedding dress in their version of Finishing School.
Rufus Wainwright Makes a Welcome Return to Pop with ‘Unfollow the Rules’
Rufus Wainwright has done Judy Garland, Shakespeare, and opera, so now it's time for Rufus to rediscover Rufus on Unfollow the Rules.
Thin Lear’s ‘Wooden Cave’ Is Chamber Pop Perfection
The latest album from Queens-based singer-songwriter Matt Longo, aka Thin Lear, is an impeccably crafted ode to loners, death, and alienation.
On ‘Last Flight Out’ Steve Dawson and Funeral Bonsai Wedding Create Sublime, Eerie Beauty
Orchestral-indie torch-song chamber-folk? Time to break out your music genre thesaurus for this gorgeous, impeccably crafted gem from Steve Dawson & Funeral Bonsai Wedding.