Pretty When She Cries: Lana Del Rey’s ‘Ultraviolence’ at 10
Lana Del Rey’s Ultraviolence used rock to kickstart a new career direction that culminated in autobiographical work without spoiling the mystery of her persona.
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Six Years Off Isn’t Enough to Derail Queens of the Stone Age
Despite the personal turmoil for Josh Homme, In Times New Roman… is remarkably consistent with Queens of the Stone Age’s last few records.
‘In Times New Roman…’ Is Queens of the Stone Age’s Most Introspective Record
Queens of the Stone Age’s …In Times New Roman is classic in all its grit and posture, revealing a pensive Josh Homme writing about his life and tribulations.
Imarhan Return with Luminous Desert Rock on ‘Aboogi’
Desert rock’s Imarhan have always been strongest for their subtleties, and never more so than on the immaculately crafted tracks of Aboogi.
Pearl Charles Embraces Her Influences on ‘Magic Mirror’
Pearl Charles' art doesn't offer easy resolutions to internal or external crises on Magic Mirror, but as she works through her ideas, she leads us to somewhere better.
Malian Desert Rockers Tamikrest Advocate for Unity and Diversity on ‘Tamotaït’
Tamikrest's Tamotaït adds a welcome lyrical side to their brand of Saharan desert rock. The group advocate for both unity and diversity in wonderfully dulcet tones.
Tinariwen’s ‘Amadjar’ Is a Particularly Well-Polished Jewel
Saharan collective Tinariwen reign over a star-studded album of sincere desert blues on their latest gem Amadjar.
Through “Heaven” Grand Canyon Dish Out Their Ghost Story (premiere)
Inspired by a haunting stay in North Fork, California, indie folk band Grand Canyon expand their sound with the shimmering, Americana-tinged pop of "Heaven".
Stoner Rock Godfather Brant Bjork Explores the Power of “Oui” (premiere + interview)
Brant Bjork's long-lost instrumental album Jacoozzi has its heart in the improvisational elements of funk, soul and jazz. Uncontrollable dancing may result.
Zun: Burial Sunrise
A desert rock triumph that exists somewhere between the waking and dreaming world.
Sweat Lodge: Talismana
The Sword aren't the only Austin band capable of kicking up a little 4:20-friendly riffology