Lady Gaga Takes Chicago to ‘Chromatica’
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Beyoncé Brings Her Own ‘RENAISSANCE’ Into 2022
Queen Bey delivers her seventh studio album filled to the brim with empowerment, immaculate energy and groove.…
The Weeknd Brings ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ to Chicago: Concert Review
After two years of delays and cancellations, the artist makes his return to the Windy City, and his fans were more than ready.…
Lizzo Reminds Us That We’re ‘Special’
The powerhouse singer releases her fun and funky new album.…
The Undeniable Impact and Relevance of Aaliyah
Thanks in part to the introduction of her work to streaming services, a forgotten artist is reborn.…
Lana Del Rey’s ‘Summertime Sadness’ Turns 10
Looking back at the melancholic anthem in celebration of its 10th anniversary.…
Beyoncé and Jay-Z Perfected the Art of Storytelling on Their Late-2010s Trio of Albums
Looking back on the power couple’s trilogy of albums — 'Lemonade,' '4:44' and 'EVERYTHING IS LOVE' — inspired by their alleged marital struggles.…
Concert Review: Carly Rae Jepsen’s Prideful Return to Minneapolis
The pop icon returns to Minneapolis to celebrate Pride this year.…
‘Stranger Things’ Shows the Influence of Media on Music
The show's influence on the renewed popularity of Kate Bush's 'Running Up That Hill' is just one of many examples of television, film and social media determining what we listen to.…
How (and Why) Charli XCX Embraced the Commercial Machine
The British pop pioneer has always been on the outside looking in when it comes to the music industry, but on 'CRASH,' she tries her hand at something more traditional.…
Sky Ferreira’s ‘Don’t Forget’ Marks the Singer’s Comeback
The artist is back to releasing music after a nine-year hiatus. Is this a portent of more to come?…