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What Part of Me: Remembering Mimi Parker (1967-2022) of Low

What Part of Me: Remembering Mimi Parker (1967-2022) of Low

Low’s minimalist sound and orchestration depended on the voice and steady drumming of Mimi Parker, which provided an essential heartbeat for the band. 

The Most Memorable Albums of 1999 (Part 2)

The Most Memorable Albums of 1999 (Part 2)

PopMatters is 20 and to celebrate we are looking back at the popular music that defined the year of our birth. Part two covers the most memorable albums from March through June, highlighted by monster hits from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Moby, and Travis.

The 70 Best Albums of 2018

The 70 Best Albums of 2018

From forward-looking electronic and experimental to new approaches in the ever-evolving R&B scene, from hip-hop and punk to rock and pop, 2018 bestowed an embarrassment of musical riches upon us.

For Their 25th Anniversary Low Produce a Work of Unreal Quality in ‘Double Negative’

For Their 25th Anniversary Low Produce a Work of Unreal Quality in ‘Double Negative’

Double Negative sees Low continue their tradition of producing highly emotional music and delivers their most powerful, direct, and moving work yet.

The Roots of Romanticism in David Bowie’s Berlin Triptych

The Roots of Romanticism in David Bowie’s Berlin Triptych

In its response to modernity, Romanticism's grand enterprise inspires us to question the current state of things, to ponder how we might "be heroes / just for one day".

Low: The Exit Papers

Low: The Exit Papers

In 2000, in between the career-defining albums Secret Name and The Things We Lost in the Fire, Low created the EP The Exit Papers, a stab at making film music.
Low – “Into You” (Singles Going Steady)

Low – “Into You” (Singles Going Steady)

Twenty years later, Low still travels at the speed of silence, utilizing time and space as instruments equally worthy of their otherworldly harmonies.
Low Releases New Video “Lies” From ‘Ones and Sixes’ + Tour Dates

Low Releases New Video “Lies” From ‘Ones and Sixes’ + Tour Dates

Low's new video was directed by Manuel Aragon. Meanwhile, the band has added more dates to their ongoing tour.
Low: Ones and Sixes

Low: Ones and Sixes

Low's Ones and Sixes is surprising for sounding very much of the moment.
Low – “What Part of Me” (Singles Going Steady)

Low – “What Part of Me” (Singles Going Steady)

Low's latest album, Ones and Sixes, is scheduled to release on September 11th via Sub Pop Records and it was recorded at Justin Vernon's April Base Studios in Wisconsin.
An Indie Christmas Music List

An Indie Christmas Music List

A list of some Christmas-themed music by indie artists for your lonesome holiday nights.
David Bowie’s Affective Relationship With the Remarkable, Schizophrenic City of Berlin

David Bowie’s Affective Relationship With the Remarkable, Schizophrenic City of Berlin

Tobias Rüther’s exploration of Bowie’s artistic and personal development in mid-'70s Berlin offers few cogent insights and a confusing timeline of an artist in a city.

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