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Music Review: Kendrick Lamar's pride, anger and confidence drive 'GNX'
1 month ago

Music Review: Kendrick Lamar's pride, anger and confidence drive 'GNX'

Hindustan Times  

With his surprise-dropped “GNX,” Kendrick Lamar roars from zero to 60 faster than a turbocharged ’87 Buick, faster than you can shout “Mustaaaaard.” And waaaaay faster than you can decode the dense biblical centerpiece “Reincarnated.” Music Review: Kendrick Lamar's pride, anger and confidence drive 'GNX' Keeping the same energy of his landmark Pop Out concert five months ago, Lamar surrounds …

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Music Review: Kendrick Lamar’s pride, anger and confidence drive ‘GNX’
1 month ago

Music Review: Kendrick Lamar’s pride, anger and confidence drive ‘GNX’

Associated Press  

With his surprise-dropped “GNX,” Kendrick Lamar roars from zero to 60 faster than a turbocharged ’87 Buick, faster than you can shout “Mustaaaaard.” And waaaaay faster than you can decode the dense biblical centerpiece “Reincarnated.” Keeping the same energy of his landmark Pop Out concert five months ago, Lamar surrounds himself with up-and-coming Los Angeles artists — from AzChike to …

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Music Review: The Breeders’ Kim Deal soars on solo debut, a reunion with the late Steve Albini
1 month ago

Music Review: The Breeders’ Kim Deal soars on solo debut, a reunion with the late Steve Albini

Associated Press  

When the Pixies set out to make their 1988 debut studio album, they enlisted Steve Albini to engineer “Surfer Rosa,” the seminal alternative record which includes the enduring hit, “Where Is My Mind?” That experience was mutually beneficial to both parties — and was the beginning of a decades-long friendship between the prickly Albini and Kim Deal, the band’s bassist …

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Music Review: Linkin Park returns on ‘From Zero,’ their first album since Chester Bennington’s death
1 month, 1 week ago

Music Review: Linkin Park returns on ‘From Zero,’ their first album since Chester Bennington’s death

Associated Press  

Linkin Park, the inventive American rap-rock band who wove electronica into its heavy, melodic compositions, return with their first new album in seven years, “From Zero.” It’s a reference to their earliest days — when the band was known as Xero — a reclamation of their angry and ascendant sound, and something else entirely. Linkin Park debuted their first new …

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Boult Retro Amp x60 speaker review: Vintage style meets powerful sound for just ₹2,499
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Boult Retro Amp x60 speaker review: Vintage style meets powerful sound for just ₹2,499

Live Mint  

The Boult Retro Amp x60 is positioned in a market filled with high-end, premium speakers boasting retro aesthetics and advanced features. Boult Retro Amp x60 design and build The Boult RetroAmp x60 has a stylish retro design that leans more towards a leather finish than a wooden one, giving it a premium look and feel. Check out more Boult audio …

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State Champs' Self-Titled Album: A Familiar and Yet Satisfying Journey Through Pop-Punk
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

State Champs' Self-Titled Album: A Familiar and Yet Satisfying Journey Through Pop-Punk

Hindustan Times  

State Champs' self-titled album is an enjoyable, quintessential, predictable pop-punk record that stays true to the band's established identity. The album features familiar themes and influences, but it's executed with a consistent and polished touch. While the album is predictable, it's still enjoyable and provides a nostalgic escape into the world of pop-punk.

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State Champs' Self-Titled Album: A Familiar Yet Engaging Journey Through Pop-Punk
1 month, 2 weeks ago

State Champs' Self-Titled Album: A Familiar Yet Engaging Journey Through Pop-Punk

Associated Press  

State Champs' self-titled album is a charming and predictable pop-punk record that stays true to their established identity while expressing a reluctance to branch into something more. The album features catchy melodies, relatable lyrics, and influences from iconic bands in the genre. While the album is enjoyable and familiar, it lacks any significant surprises or experimental elements. It's a perfect …

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Bob Dylan review, Bournemouth: Folk-rock’s finest songwriter seems to exist beyond music
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bob Dylan review, Bournemouth: Folk-rock’s finest songwriter seems to exist beyond music

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The tour is primarily a celebration of his 39th …

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AirPods 4 with ANC: A surprisingly good pair of earbuds with a unique design
1 month, 3 weeks ago

AirPods 4 with ANC: A surprisingly good pair of earbuds with a unique design

India Today  

The Apple AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation (ANC) offers a compelling listening experience despite its open design. The ANC effectively muffles the surrounding noise, creating a more intimate and focused listening environment. The sound quality is excellent, with a fuller and more balanced sound compared to the regular AirPods 4. The ANC also provides a significant amount of battery …

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Laura Marling review, Patterns in Repeat: Happy departure from the Joni Mitchell motherhood narrative
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Laura Marling review, Patterns in Repeat: Happy departure from the Joni Mitchell motherhood narrative

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ever since the release of her 2008 debut album, …

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Introspective Folk Journey: Katie Gavin's 'What A Relief' Takes You on an Emotional Journey
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Introspective Folk Journey: Katie Gavin's 'What A Relief' Takes You on an Emotional Journey

Associated Press  

On her debut solo album, 'What a Relief,' Katie Gavin explores love, family, and selfhood through folk and country twang. The album departs from the band's usual dance-forward pop, with songs that are introverted and melancholic. Gavin's vocals are steady and relatable, and the album features a mix of natural and synthetic elements that create a unique and evocative soundscape.

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Charlie Parker's Playful Spirit Captivates on Rare Hometown Recordings
2 months ago

Charlie Parker's Playful Spirit Captivates on Rare Hometown Recordings

Associated Press  

This album captures Charlie Parker's playful and masterful saxophone playing in his hometown from 1941 to 1951. The recordings showcase Parker's improvisational prowess and his ability to create intricate and captivating music even in casual settings. The album features a variety of performances, from intimate solo solos to energetic group numbers, and offers a rare glimpse into Parker's creative process.

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A Symphony of Struggle and Resilience: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis's 'Warriors' Transcends Musical Boundaries
2 months ago

A Symphony of Struggle and Resilience: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis's 'Warriors' Transcends Musical Boundaries

Associated Press  

The Warriors is an inventive song cycle by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, featuring hip-hop legends and Broadway belters. The album explores the perilous journey home, with the city's subway system serving as a central character. Miranda and Davis have strategically changed genders in the cast, resulting in a diverse and emotional narrative. The album features a diverse range of …

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Kylie Minogue, Tension II review: Bolder, tougher and more inventive than its party-starting predecessor
2 months ago

Kylie Minogue, Tension II review: Bolder, tougher and more inventive than its party-starting predecessor

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Tension II opens with a banger of a show …

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A Lament for the Future: Exploring the Emotional Landscape of Bon Iver's New EP 'SABLE'
2 months ago

A Lament for the Future: Exploring the Emotional Landscape of Bon Iver's New EP 'SABLE'

Associated Press  

The opening of Bon Iver's new EP, 'SABLE,' arrives like a siren, warning the listener of some intensity ahead. The song features a high-pitched cascade of minor-key finger picking and a melancholic baritone that expresses Vernon's desire to restore something. The EP will undoubtedly leave Bon Iver fans wanting more.

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Coldplay, Moon Music review: Chris Martin mangles his metaphors on a suffocatingly banal album about love
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Coldplay, Moon Music review: Chris Martin mangles his metaphors on a suffocatingly banal album about love

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Such is the case on “MOON MUSiC”, a pleasantly …

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James Bay's 'Changes All the Time': A Soulful Journey Through Storytelling and Songwriting
2 months, 2 weeks ago

James Bay's 'Changes All the Time': A Soulful Journey Through Storytelling and Songwriting

Associated Press  

James Bay's new album, 'Changes All the Time,' is a soulful folk-pop album that embraces the nostalgia of the genre. The album features a mix of solo and collaborative tracks that explore themes of love, loss, and self-reflection. The album's lead single, 'Up All Night,' is a high-energy anthem that showcases Bay's impressive vocal range and songwriting skills. Other standout …

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Music Review: Andy Rourke's posthumous album, Blitz Vega's 'Northern Gentleman,' is a soft swan song
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Music Review: Andy Rourke's posthumous album, Blitz Vega's 'Northern Gentleman,' is a soft swan song

Hindustan Times  

Blitz Vega, the band helmed by The Smiths' bassist Andy Rourke and Kav Sandhu of Happy Mondays, formed in 2016 and ended when Rourke died from pancreatic cancer in 2023. The band’s lone album, “Northern Gentleman,” has finally been released — 10 tracks largely written and recorded before Rourke's death, the swan song to his impressive career. Music Review: Andy …

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Music Review: Linda Thompson’s family and friends sing her songs on ‘Proxy Music’
6 months ago

Music Review: Linda Thompson’s family and friends sing her songs on ‘Proxy Music’

Associated Press  

Linda Thompson, who ranks among the finest singers of her generation, hardly sings a note on “Proxy Music,” her first album in over a decade. Thompson’s Scottish roots show on “Bonnie Lass,” a ballad of lost love sung by the Proclaimers, while Grant explores the underappreciated genre of Icelandic-British-Americana with references to Reykjavik, London and the fictional town of Lake …

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Music Review: Paul McCartney and Wings’ oft bootlegged 1974 ‘One Hand Clapping’ deserves applause
6 months, 1 week ago

Music Review: Paul McCartney and Wings’ oft bootlegged 1974 ‘One Hand Clapping’ deserves applause

Associated Press  

The sound of Paul McCartney and Wings’ “One Hand Clapping” used to only be heard on bootlegs, or in snippets available on archival releases over the years. As aging rockers empty their vaults, McCartney steps forward with “One Hand Clapping,” more than two dozen songs that were recorded 50 years ago for a video documentary and possibly a live album. …

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Music Review: Charli XCX’s ‘Brat’ swings between hedonism and anxiety, cult classic and pop party
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Music Review: Charli XCX’s ‘Brat’ swings between hedonism and anxiety, cult classic and pop party

Associated Press  

English pop singer-songwriter Charli XCX ‘s sixth album, “Brat,” oscillates between hedonism and anxiety — the euphoria of a late night on the dancefloor and the creeping disquietude of the morning after — as much as it does her in-between status as pop queen of the underground and sometimes mainstream success story. Something started to shift in 2016, around her …

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Music Review: Bon Jovi takes a victory lap, assessing a 40-year career on new album ‘Forever’
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Music Review: Bon Jovi takes a victory lap, assessing a 40-year career on new album ‘Forever’

Associated Press  

Forty years after they ran away with our hearts and into rock history, Bon Jovi is back with a reflective new album taking stock of all the boys from New Jersey have accomplished. After years of experiencing vocal issues, singer Jon Bon Jovi underwent surgery on his vocal cords in 2022 and wasn’t at all sure of what the results …

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Music Review: British guitarist Richard Thompson’s 'Ship to Shore' is a gem, with dazzling solos
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Music Review: British guitarist Richard Thompson’s 'Ship to Shore' is a gem, with dazzling solos

Hindustan Times  

For more than half a century, British guitarist Richard Thompson has created albums filled with curious characters, love laments, dark chords, dark humor and peerless guitar work. Music Review: British guitarist Richard Thompson’s 'Ship to Shore' is a gem, with dazzling solos That makes each release a cause for celebration, which is the case with his new album “Ship to …

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Music Review: British guitarist Richard Thompson’s ‘Ship to Shore’ is a gem, with dazzling solos
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Music Review: British guitarist Richard Thompson’s ‘Ship to Shore’ is a gem, with dazzling solos

Associated Press  

For more than half a century, British guitarist Richard Thompson has created albums filled with curious characters, love laments, dark chords, dark humor and peerless guitar work. That makes each release a cause for celebration, which is the case with his new album “Ship to Shore.” It ends a five-year recording hiatus, the longest break of Thompson’s career. His typically …

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