‘CHROMAKOPIA’ embraces a new, old era with life lessons from mom
Tyler, the Creator’s seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” is simultaneously a return to his signature sound and the beginning of a new era. Read more »
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SOPHIE’s posthumous album doesn’t achieve artist’s musical vision
Electronic music icon SOPHIE’s posthumous self-titled album features fragmented ideas that don’t honor her legacy. Read more »
Green Day to release new edition of their best album, 'American Idiot'
Green Day is revisiting the success of their iconic album, “American Idiot,” with the release of its 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition. Read more »
Megan Moroney embraces introspection, vulnerability on sophomore album 'Am I Okay?'
Country singer-songwriter Megan Moroney releases her sophomore album “Am I Okay?” Her work is a raw exploration of life’s realities, from heartbreak to healing. Read more »
‘The Tortured Poets Department’ should mark end of Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff era
Taylor Swift released 31 songs for “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology” mixed with two sounds and lackluster lyrics. The album feels disjointed, and Swift needs to stop creating repetitive work. Read more »
Beyoncé explores Black identity, musical landscapes with 'COWBOY CARTER'
Beyoncé released her eighth studio album “COWBOY CARTER” on Friday. The project spans across genres and explores America’s western and southern cultures. Read more »
Metro Boomin, Future prove their mettle with ‘WE DON’T TRUST YOU’
“WE DON’T TRUST YOU” is the first full-album collaboration between Metro Boomin and Future. Together, the artists capture hustle and progress. Read more »
Rod Wave's 'Nostalgia' blends heartbreak with emotional beats
Rod Wave's new album mixes heartbreak with soulful beats. Read more »
SZA delivers more experimental, angrier return with 'SOS'
After a five year hiatus, SZA returns with “SOS”, an arguably better album than “Ctrl.” Read more »
Sheck Wes tells stories of his life in debut album ‘MUDBOY’
Debut album “MUDBOY” showcases Sheck Wes’ passion and personal journey as an artist. Read more »
New Keaton Henson album reiterates sad introspection of earlier records
Music columnist Emera Riley takes a look at Keaton Henson's latest release, "Kindly Now," which proves to be quite similar to his previous albums. Read more »
Rafi: Donnie Trumpet and the Social Experiment’s 'Surf' review
Check out what music columnist Momin Rafi thinks about Donnie Trumpet and the Social Experiment's new album. Read more »
Electro-pop princess: Sixteen-year-old singer, Lorde, delivers creative debut album, hit-single 'Royals'
With Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber’s careers changing before our eyes, there is an understandable apprehension toward artists younger than 20. But 16-year-old New Zealand… Read more »
Icona flop: Despite success of 'I Love It' single, Icona Pop delivers forgettable performance on full album
Icona Pop went wrong by releasing “I Love It” too soon before the album debuted. By the time “This is…Icona Pop” came out, we were… Read more »
Off-kilter: Album showcases local band's talent through existential sound
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this article, several songs on The Vanderbuilts’ new album were said to be sung by lead singer Sam Kogon.… Read more »
Meeting of minds: Reznor creates a sombre setlist with mixture of acoustic, electronic sounds
Trent Reznor has never really had a penchant for making happy music, but the Nine Inch Nails frontman hasn’t sounded sadder than when channeling his… Read more »
Digital letdown: Ra Ra Riot leaves its Baroque sound, but only achieves awkward robotic results
When 3-1-5 natives Ra Ra Riot performed in Syracuse last semester, Rebecca Zeller, the band’s violinist, commented on the group’s upcoming album title, “Beta Love.”… Read more »
In the red: By straying from her strengths, Taylor Swift comes dangerously close to losing appeal
Most fans probably know more than they want to about Taylor Swift’s many heartbreaks and past relationships. The country artist has made a career out… Read more »
New and improved: Brandy's album achieves new levels of quality while staying loyal to retro roots
Don’t call it a comeback. Brandy’s been here for years, but now is the time to sit up and take notice. With a career that… Read more »
