Art inspires art: novel influences Olivia Deanâs new album âThe Art of Lovingâ
Olivia Deanâs latest album is a masterclass all about love as Dean goes through the ideas of love in terms of friendships, romance and self. âThe Art of Lovingâ starts off with the title-track that sets the tone for the…
âBuckingham Nicksâ finally gets full U.S. reissue after 40 years
Since the summer, when Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks announced the reissue of their iconic debut album, âBuckingham Nicks,â in all forms for the first time in the U.S. since the early â80s, music fans and media outlets alike have…
The Favors see FINNEAS, Ashe team up for multi-genre album âThe Dreamâ
Grammy award-winning producer and songwriter FINNEASâ new band, The Favors, with singer Ashe, has released their new album with multi-genre songs and powerful collaborations. âThe Dreamâ is the bandâs first album, but Ashe and FINNEAS have worked together since Asheâs…
Twenty One Pilots ends career-starting narrative, future left uncertain
For the past decade, Ohio-based alt-rock outfit Twenty One Pilots has carefully and masterfully crafted a long-running narrative through their music, based around a protagonist, Clancy, and his struggle with mental health and the controlling forces of the city of…
Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, more shine at âstar-studdedâ MTVâs VMAs
This yearâs MTV Video Music Awards was one for the ages. From Lady Gagaâs acceptance speech to Yungblud teaming up with Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, the night was truly for the elite, filled with unforgettable performances, iconic…
Sabrina Carpenter lands in hot water after release of new album
With a shocking cover album and title, Sabrina Carpenterâs seventh studio album sparked a wave of discussion among social media and pop fans. Released on Aug. 29, âManâs Best Friendâ follows quickly after Carpenterâs hit album, âShort ân Sweetâ (2024)….
Alice Cooper brings original band back with fiery mix of glam, blues, rock
Cheeky, smooth and a touch theatrical, Alice Cooperâs original members spring back into action for the first time since 1973 with their new album, The Revenge of Alice Cooper. Released in July, the album, playfully nicknamed, âThe Return Album The…
Artists pay tribute to Neil Young on new album with bold reinterpretations
The first of two volumes dedicated to music legend Neil Young was released last Friday as âHeart of Gold: The Songs of Neil Youngâ to raise money for The Bridge School for children with severe speech and physical disabilities in…
Beach Bunny releases short, yet powerful album âTunnel Visionâ
Chicago-based indie outfit Beach Bunnyâs latest album âTunnel Visionâ explores what it means to be human. With a more polished and professional sound, the band improves upon their last album, âEmotional Creatureâ. The bandâs telltale beachy (pun intended), upbeat sound…
Folkâs resurgence, its impact of social-political commentary in music
Though folk is not as popular as it once was, a resurgence of the genre has been sparked through social media and activism as the forefront of social-political commentary. The basis of folk music consists of acoustic instruments, narrative lyrics…
