The 70 Best Albums of 2019
From forward-looking electronic and experimental to new approaches in the ever-evolving R&B scene, from hip-hop and punk to rock and pop, 2019 bestowed an embarrassment of musical riches upon us.
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The 15 Best R&B/Soul Albums of 2019
The year in R&B and soul brought brilliant returns from music legends alongside artists pushing the boundaries of R&B past any limits. It's a genre where retro and futurism nestle cozily side by side. Here are the 15 best.
The 50 Best Albums of 2019 So Far
As we head into a brief summer publication break to enjoy the summer sun for a few days, it's the perfect time to take stock of the year in music so far. PopMatters returns to our normal publishing schedule on Monday, 8 July.
Solange Goes Home to Houston for the Dreamy ‘When I Get Home’
Solange's abstract fourth album When I Get Home plays like a dream, but its logic is sound.
Day for Night Festival Sets High Bar with Awe-Inspiring Acts and Art
Houston's Day for Night festival was more female any other festival I had attended with tons to offer (including shelter from a downpour).
Day for Night Festival Returns to Houston for Third Incarnation
Festival promises an incredible audio-visual experience from musicians and artists like Solange, St. Vincent, Thom Yorke, Ryoji Ikeda and more.
Dirty Projectors: Dirty Projectors (take 2)
Returning to the raindrops and drop tops of lived, earned experience.
Form Follows Function: ‘The Life of Pablo’ and ‘Blonde’ Challenge the Notion of an Album
Kanye West and Frank Ocean have created imperfect perfect albums which invert our notions of flaws and challenge our perception of the album as an art form.
Nicolas Jaar: Sirens
Sirens is a masterpiece. Melding pop and experimental music, it reflects the uneasiness of our difficult times.
Solange – “Don’t Touch My Hair” (Singles Going Steady)
Don't mistake Solange's cool voice for weakness: she has a strong message and proud resolve, and she makes both very clear in this stunning single.
Solange: A Seat at the Table
With this unapologetic examination of blackness in America, Solange boldly cements her status as a voice to be reckoned with.
M.I.A. + Solange at Vulture Fest: 10 May 2014 – New York (Photos)
The first-ever Vulture Festival featured book talks, art walks, film screenings and a musical performance from Solange and M.I.A.