Music Reviews
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Weezer OK Human
The veteran rock band's 14th LP is similar to their other projects in terms of Cuomo’s lazy songwriting, but the layered arrangements help turn it into a surprisingly listenable endeavor.
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Arlo Parks Collapsed in Sunbeams
On her debut LP, the British singer-songwriter's efficient, lyrically-acute bedroom pop invites deep reflection—even if occasionally passes as little more than pleasant background music.
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Danielle Durack No Place
On her third LP, the Arizonian singer-songwriter chronicles the end of a relationship with equal parts subtlety and force.
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Kiwi Jr. Cooler Returns
On their second LP, the Canadian indie rockers are back in the fray.
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Shame Drunk Tank Pink
On their second LP, the South London post-punk quintet make a giant leap towards the avant-garde side of post-punk—dealing with the drudgery of young adulthood as they prepare for what comes next in their lives.
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Buck Meek Two Saviors
The Big Thief guitarist's debut album has an overwhelmingly inviting and warm atmosphere. It makes a fine argument that he should be taken seriously as his own artist.
Ethan Gordon reviews...
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The Avalanches We Will Always Love You
No longer weighed down by their iconic debut, The Avalanches head for the skies on their impressive third album. [Believe the Hype]
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Taylor Swift Evermore
By using the comforting musical territory of Folkore as a backdrop to explore old relationships, new thematic ideas, and haunting songwriting, Evermore acts as a rare sequel that improves upon the initial piece of art.
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Dave Vettraino Exercise
The indie rock producer's calming instrumental debut album works in fascinating ways: most have a mechanical feeling, but they tighten up and unwind in cycles, moving in a circular and cutting fashion.
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Rico Nasty Nightmare Vacation
On her first full length, the Maryland rapper-singer refuses to be anyone but herself, with her voice catapulting from garish adlibs to an enthralling, screeching flow.
Ethan Gordon reviews...
