The 10 Best Americana Albums of 2011
If you ask a critic or music fan to define Americana, be prepared for an avalanche of diverse responses of opinion. Still, superb songwriting is essential.
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The 100 Best Albums of the 2000s: 100-81
PopMatters' best albums of the 2000s begin with a series of records that span epic metal, ornate indie folk, and a terrifying work of electronic music.
The 50 Best Songs of 2009
As part of PopMatters’ 20th anniversary, we are revisiting classic features. Travel back in time a decade ago to 2009, when indie rock was in its full ascendency,and hear the songs that soundtracked the era.
The 60 Best Albums of 2009
PopMatters turns 20 years old this October and we're beginning to celebrate our history by taking you back in time a decade ago. Obama was in the White House and the musical times were very good indeed. Revisit 2009 through its best albums.
‘Traveling On’ Is an EP of Decemberists Outtakes
And There Are No Surprises to be Found Here.
The Decemberists Sever Their Stellar Streak with ‘I’ll Be Your Girl’
I'll Be Your Girl would stand as a fine but forgettable work on its own, yet when compared to the pedigree of its predecessors, it's quite disappointing.
The Decemberists Head in a Synthpop Direction with “Severed” (Singles Going Steady)
On "Severed", the Decemberists start a party in the desert as the world burns.
Olivia Chaney on Offa Rex, Her Collaboration with the Decemberists (interview)
Ahead of Offa Rex's Newport Folk Festival set, Olivia Chaney talked about the collaboration with the Decemberists.
Newport Folk Festival 2017 Hit All the Right Notes
A great weekend at Newport includes watching talented, diverse performers, participating in a protest song sing-along and maybe a lobster roll.
Offa Rex: The Queen of Hearts
Think of Offa Rex as the Decemberists and UK singer Olivia Chaney jumping into a wormhole to come out the other side as Fairport Convention. It works magically in every way.
The Bloom Is On: An Interview with Producer Tucker Martine
He's produced for the Decemberists, Mudhoney, and My Morning Jacket -- and also wrote the Windows Vista theme. A journey through the life of producer Tucker Martine.