The Polyphonic Spree Return with Lovely Melodies
As a Tim DeLaughter solo album featuring guest musicians from the Polyphonic Spree, this would be an easier sell. As a full-band LP, it feels undercooked.
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Katie von Schleicher Isn’t Trying to Be Cool
Brooklyn alternative pop artist Katie von Schleicher discusses her brilliant new, dreamy album, and why she allows the freedom to be herself.
ISLE Combine the Electronic and Organic on “Lone Wolf”
Dutch indietronica duo ISLE share their latest single, "Lone Wolf", a dreamy orchestral pop number.
Between the Grooves: The Beach Boys – ‘The Beach Boys Today!’
The Beach Boys Today! is an often overlooked gem in the band's catalog. We dive into each track and discover how they fit into the Beach Boys' musical growth, while also examining the recording process and release history.
While the Sun Shines: An Interview with Composer Joe Wong
Joe Wong, the composer behind Netflix's Russian Doll and Master of None, articulates personal grief and grappling with artistic fulfillment into a sweeping debut album.
Nashville’s Brontë Fall Have Finished with School
Folk-pop's Brontë Fall opt for a black leather jacket instead of a wedding dress in their version of Finishing School.
Rufus Wainwright Makes a Welcome Return to Pop with ‘Unfollow the Rules’
Rufus Wainwright has done Judy Garland, Shakespeare, and opera, so now it's time for Rufus to rediscover Rufus on Unfollow the Rules.
Thin Lear’s ‘Wooden Cave’ Is Chamber Pop Perfection
The latest album from Queens-based singer-songwriter Matt Longo, aka Thin Lear, is an impeccably crafted ode to loners, death, and alienation.
On ‘Last Flight Out’ Steve Dawson and Funeral Bonsai Wedding Create Sublime, Eerie Beauty
Orchestral-indie torch-song chamber-folk? Time to break out your music genre thesaurus for this gorgeous, impeccably crafted gem from Steve Dawson & Funeral Bonsai Wedding.
Cabane’s ‘Grande Est La Maison’ Is So Sweet, You May Get Cavities
Brussels-based composer Cabane's latest work aims to pep you up or seduce you, but often makes the sweet too sugary.
Gruff Rhys Offers Superb Orchestral Observations on Fifth Solo LP, ‘Babelsberg’
Gruff Rhys' Babelsberg is another superb album from the always distinguished Super Furry Animals frontman.
The Divine Comedy: Foreverland
With the Divine Comedy's 11th studio album songwriter Neil Hannon delivers romance, comedy, and 18th century Russian history.