The Heights

Childish Gambino Keeps It Smooth With ‘Kauai’ EP

Marian Wyman • October 8, 2014

Gambino collaborates with artists such as Jaden Smith and Christian Rich on his dynamic seven-song EP.

Nick Jonas Gets Exposed With ‘Numb,’ And More Singles This Week

Michelle Tomassi • October 8, 2014

Nick Jonas returns to the music scene all grown up, and Avicii tones down the EDM.

After Nine Records, Weezer Struggles To Breathe Life Back Into Career

James Farrell • October 8, 2014

Twenty years after Weezer's iconic self-titled debut, the band tries (and fails) to reconnect with old fans.

Jason Aldean’s ‘Old Boots’ Doesn’t Kick Up Any New Dirt

Ryan Dowd • October 8, 2014

Aldean's new album is full of easy-listening songs, but nothing stands out from other country artists.

9 Moments Fine By Us From Andy Grammer’s Concert With Juice

Kayla Famolare • October 6, 2014

Andy Grammer delivers a strong acoustic set in Robsham, along with opening act Juice.

How Junior Caroline Portu Found Her Voice At Boston College

Ariana Igneri • October 2, 2014

BC Idol winner Caroline Portu discusses her experiences in music and theater—at BC and beyond.

There’s Nothing New ‘About That Bass’

Michelle Tomassi • October 1, 2014

Why are we singling out Meghan Trainor sending a negative message about female body image when other artists have been "all about that bass" the whole time?

‘Feel Something’ Offers A Slice Of Apple Pie’s Creative Potential

Chris Fuller • October 1, 2014

British quintet The History of Apple Pie hints at its potential for musical innovation on 'Feel Something,' but falter's in the album's execution.

Lorde Reigns With ‘Yellow Flicker Beat,’ And More Singles This Week

Liz Holman • October 1, 2014

Lorde releases a track featured on the new 'The Hunger Games' soundtrack, Us the Duo covers "Shake It Off," and Verite drops a Lana del Rey-esque song.

Prince Reclaims The Throne With ‘Art Official Age’

Marian Wyman • October 1, 2014

‘Art Official Age,’ Prince’s first album in four years, mixes genres his uniquely eccentric style.

OneRepublic Dedicates Emotional ‘I Lived’ Video To Fan

Rhoda Morrison • October 1, 2014

OneRepublic pays tribute to a fan with Cystic Fibrosis in the new inspirational music video for "I Lived."

Thom Yorke Packs Too Much Into ‘Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes’

Eileen Kao • October 1, 2014

The Radiohead lead singer has somewhat improved from his first solo venture, but his second record lacks cohesion.