After 2014’s largely anti-climactic ‘Indy Cindy,’ the Pixies reinvigorate its audience with surf-rock sounds laced with darker undertones in ‘Head Carriers.’
Bon Iver Divorces from Tired Indie Trope in ’22, a Million’
In an album full of experimentation, and more innovation, Bon Iver’s ’22, a Million’ is undoubtedly ambitious, but exceeds expectations as the group reinvents its image and sound.
Norah Jones, Chainsmokers, and Niall Horan in Singles This Week
Niall Horan embarks on his solo career in ‘This Town,’ Norah Jones explores shades of blue in ‘Tragedy,’ and Chainsmokers say what we all have been thinking in ‘All We Know’ in singles this week.
Years & Years Daringly Embraces the Sky in ‘Meteorite’ Music Video
Using compelling space imagery, the British electronica group Years & Years finds a way to mesh beautiful visuals with its radiant beats in ‘Meteorite.’
Danny Brown Tries to Right a Downward Spiral with Drugs in ‘Atrocity Exhibition’
Showing that there is no spectacle in the world of addiction, Danny Brown uses a powerful compilation of raps to center himself and his listeners about the woes of drug use.
Pops and Chenoweth Bring Broadway to the Heights
In its 24th iteration, this years Pops on the Heights made a wonderfully spry and captivating opening to parent’s weekend, supported by a riveting performance by Kristin Chenoweth.
Regina Spektor’s ‘Remember Us to Life’ Refines Sound Through Concise Writing, Delivery
Holistically embracing its political themes, ‘Remember Us to Life’ marks a change in Spektor’s standard subject matter, elevating her to a higher rung of musical maturity.
Unearthing New Understanding with Bruce Springsteen
The soundtracks of our youth may contain a few staple songs from the immense Bruce Springsteen. Overtime, however, their meaning may change as we uncover new means of interpretation.
Putting Down the Pick, Yellowcard Exits With Grace in Final Album
The alt-rock giant closes up its shop after nineteen lucrative years, but this Yellowcard album brings much more to the table than the standard woes of a swan song.
Idina Menzel Embrarks on Another Solo Album, Cannot Let Go of Past Successes
The ‘Frozen’ star releases her newest album, but fails to strike distinct notes of independence as she incorporates standard narrative tropes with uninspiring instrumental accompaniments.