The Waterboys’ Mike Scott Hasn’t Yet Done His Last Jam
With the release of a box set that expands upon the Waterboys’ most iconic album, frontman Mike Scott reflects as much as he continues to propel forward.
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Julieta Venegas Discusses Revisiting Her Norteña Roots
Having lived in multiple countries, Julieta Venegas discusses taking her audience on a journey into the Norteño music of Tijuana.
The Rolling Stones Speak in ‘Foreign Tongues’
Foreign Tongues may please some Rolling Stones fans, as the individual members share inspired moments. One can hear their earnestness and desire to please.
Olivia Rodrigo Survives a Cruel Endeavor
Pivoting from the 2000s-inspired sound of her first two albums, Olivia Rodrigo’s third record uses 1980s synths to reckon with heartbreak.
Jesse Malin’s Memoir Is the Tale of an Extraordinary Everyman
Jesse Malin’s adventures through NYC take Almost Grown‘s readers through hallowed music landmarks where he is found rubbing shoulders with legends with almost comic frequency.
Low Cut Connie Provides a Soundtrack to the Struggle
Low Cut Connie’s Adam Weiner is angry, energetic and eloquent. So is his music. These Livin in the USA songs resist and inspire.
Paul McCartney Explores Childhood Memories in Sound
Paul McCartney’s newest EP, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, uses sound to vividly paint ordinary moments, both real and imagined, into memorable stories
Olé! Allez! Go! World Cup Songs That Make the Earth Move
Made for the masses, and specifically for football fans, Most World Cup songs sound like AI slop, but there are some rare gems to be found, and we’ve got them.
A Reinvigorated U2 Tackle Political and Spiritual Themes
Days of Ash and Easter Lily are the sound of U2 being their authentic selves in their best gatherings of songs since Achtung Baby.
Yes’ Jon Davison Proves His Worth on ‘Aurora’
Progressive rock needs to constantly evolve in keeping with the genre’s title, distinguishing it from other blues variants. For better, Yes continue to evolve.
SLIFT’s ‘Fantasia’ Is a Triumph of a Concept Album
SLIFT tell us that the planet is on fire and the men with claws are dancing, but don’t sacrifice a decibel of their noise. It’s a small triumph of artistic discipline.
‘EI8HT’ Is Shinedown’s Reflective Renewal
Shinedown’s EI8HT is relentless fun—a rip-roaring good time for concert-goers, commuters, and rock fans who treasure substance and hard-won wisdom in their head-bangers.