The stage might be closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are many diverse movies you can watch to fill the time.

With the release of his latest album, a reminder of the singer-songwriter’s internet history may be one his greatest marketing tactics.

The backlash to Cardi B and Meg Thee Stallion’s hit song is incredibly hypocritical, and ignores the track’s empowering message.

Briahna Joy Gray, former national press secretary for Bernie Sanders, and Virgil Texas of the “Chapo Trap House” podcast mix humor and insight to deconstruct mainstream politics and the corporate-owned media.

Starting off with a small channel on YouTube, these sisters have tasted musical success while remaining true to both their family and audience.

The Japanese Australian musician dropped a beautiful album that solidifies his career as an artist. However, some of the tracks sound superficial compared to the album’s overall message.

Despite several decades separating the heights of their popularity, both the rapper and the English singer-songwriter share an unwavering independent spirit.

You might not know it, but famous DJs like Calvin Harris and Skrillex have been making new music under different names.

The 23-year-old musician’s new album explores the experience of healing, and the role music plays in that process.

Every new semester merits a new playlist. These five tracks are the staples of mine.

While K-pop remains Korea’s most popular musical export, this indie rock band is forging the way for a few other styles of music to emerge from the country.

The Scandanavian bedroom pop artist blew away fans with her 2018 release ‘i wanna be your girlfriend.’ Now popping up all over TikTok, she’s poised to dominate.

While the lyrics and sonic presence of his latest remix album, ‘Crush: The Remixes,’ speak to the LGBT+ experience, you don’t have to be queer to enjoy the music.

The Scottish pop singer is using her extra time during the pandemic to create new versions of her old music, as well as compose entirely new pieces — with a twist.

As the late rapper moved forward in his career, he evolved musically as well as emotionally, becoming more introspective as he battled with his inner demons.

The artist’s latest release, ‘I’m Allergic to Dogs,’ is a joyous EP that injects excitement into a year full of setbacks.

Even after five decades, the legendary album continues to astound, comfort and enthrall fans of the band the world over.

You may run into unexpected challenges when starting your own podcast. Here’s some advice so you don’t run into the same problems I did.

Even at 79 years old, the singer’s poetic lyrics and modern ideologies are still resonating with younger generations.

The two women have turned the tables on a music genre that’s usually dominated by men.

The 20-year-long music project, which tackles heavy topics like memory loss, has attracted a unique and melancholic following online.

The 2015 hip-hop concept album has a renewed importance because of its social and political commentary on racial inequality, institutional discrimination and African American culture.

Katy Perry’s latest release is an optimistic album about overcoming adversity, a message that many people need to hear right now.

The singer-songwriter is painting a complex picture of the United States in his soon to be released album, ‘The Ascension.’

Lifestyle creators used to be notoriously family-friendly. How did LaurDIY break out of her PG persona in her new podcast?

The Barcelona singer spent her childhood learning music long associated with revolution. Now, Rosalía is revolutionizing the music industry herself.

The pandemic isn’t over, and music fans are getting antsy. Do these concerts scratch the itch, and are they COVID-safe?

Because of her youthful spirit, Siwa is an inspiration to young kids, but people are quick to criticize the superstar for her over-the-top style.

The new podcast is helping people learn how to deal with their fear of watching horror movies.

Beyoncé’s latest release is a celebration of Black beauty to empower Black women. The project unites African music and cultures in a visual masterpiece.

Activists, influencers and celebrities are opening up to Jamil about body image, mental health and many other important issues.

The stars of ‘The L Word’ have started a quarantine podcast that embodies what it means to survive a pandemic alongside the wit of your best friend.

Learn the first stages of becoming a podcaster from an amateur who has already made mistakes, so you don’t have to!

Over the past few months, EDM artists have been collaborating left and right. Here are some of the most exciting projects released in the age of COVID.

Some on the app are roleplaying as Holocaust victims. Regardless of intent, the fad is disrespectful, to say the least.

Music has become a multisensory experience. Check out a brief history of how music incorporated the two art forms to reimagine visuals and audio united.

While arguments over music may seem trivial to some, learning to accept genres outside of your usual taste can lead to an open mind in other areas of your life.

The British band embraces dialogue clips on their second album, which reflects on political, social and emotional struggles in their signature style.

Major players in the music industry have been suffering from the effects of the pandemic. Music That Never Sleeps is hoping to offset the damages.

The thrilling listening experience proves that the genre is our best chance at getting a taste of live theater during the pandemic.

Here are three amazing universe-building concept albums that you need to add to your Spotify queue.

The new single captures the reality of pandemic social limitations while staying true to the heart of summer romance.

Sibling acts like the Jackson 5, the Jonas Brothers, HAIM and the Bee Gees need to make room because there’s a new and ferocious sister duo that’s here to stay.

Since the release of Taylor Swift’s eighth studio album, some fans have been speculating about possible double meanings in songs like ‘betty.’

England’s trip-hop icons aren’t afraid to tackle climate change, economic disparity and other contemporary issues transpiring in the world in their new audio-visual EP.

Their latest record is far more than just a collection of songs: Here’s a closer look at how the band has changed the game when it comes to debuting new music.

The Portland hip-hop musician is growing both lyrically and artistically.

The up-and-coming surf rock pop band uses mundane, everyday scenarios to express deep longing in their most recent album, ‘You and Your Friends.’

The musician’s new song announces her return, and in the aftermath of her divorce from Liam Hemsworth, her independence.

Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s collab isn’t as scandalous as the internet wants you to believe.

The show supplied our generation with great and forgettable covers alike. Which ones stand the test of time?

Insomniac had to cancel their 2020 electronic music festival due to COVID-19, but fans are already hyped for next year’s show — tickets were gone within a day.

The artist’s renowned songwriting has gone from red to monochrome to the full spectrum of colors to create vivid imagery in every line.

Comedian Dan Cummins is a master of laughs. But with the help of his wife, Lynze Cummins, he’s reaching a new audience interested in comedy and the supernatural alike.

As he rises from obscurity to stardom, the singer’s new album combines bright, reckless sound with dark lyrics about the pressures of fame.

The young singer songwriter dropped her first single during the pandemic and its sound masterfully reflects its contemplative lyrical content.

At just 20 years old, the singer-songwriter passionately weaves lyrics about teenage romance and heartbreak into her debut EP.

The new Spotify exclusive podcast allows longtime viewers of the beloved program to explore the decisions and stories that made the show a work of genius.

Playlists are king on the streaming platform. These five users take their playlist curation to the next level.

How has a game — once looked down upon and talked of in such negative light — garnered so much attention in recent years? Listening to people having fun playing the game certainly helped.

Even though I became obsessed with the theatrical masterpiece four years after everyone else, there are some upsides to experiencing the musical in 2020.

The posthumously released album serves as both an incredible tribute to the talent of the late rapper and an inside look at the artist’s inner turmoil.

From poor advertising to musical sets that were too short, the virtual festival left many fans confused and disappointed.

In her new podcast, the former first lady is speaking with her friends and family on a wide range of interesting and empowering topics.

The singer’s latest album, an unexpected surprise from isolation, is an ode to storytelling with empathetic lyrics and mystical sounds.

The popular singers’ recent behavior on social media has fans concerned that she is being manipulated by a controlling conservatorship.

The EP channels anxieties toward a bleak reality, employing the upbeat nature of indie-pop alongside feelings of loss, emptiness and the desire to escape.

All of the concerts in the NPR Music series are great, but these six are guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.

Before Elvis ever took the stage, this woman was combining gospel, blues and jazz to pioneer the genre we all know today.

On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.

Rather than indulge in empty symbolism and stale motives, Swift’s eighth album reminds listeners why they fell in love with her work back in the early 2000s.

The album was leaked just days before its planned release, but this PR disaster paved the way for other big-name artists to turn out early releases.

‘Songs for Carmella: Lullabies and Sing-Alongs’ challenges societal expectations of the role of women in the workplace and at home.

100 gecs’ latest release is a remix album that features artists like Charlie XCX, Fall Out Boy and Kero Kero Bonito.

The podcast takes a conspiracy theory seriously to reveal how the CIA has influenced art in the past — and could very well still be doing so.

Hosts Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat not only recount compelling tales of heinous crimes, but offer important advice for staying alive.

The musician pairs the melancholy with the joyful aspects of life, creating a balance of carefree nostalgia.

Will the real Lady A please stand up? Lady Antebellum renamed themselves to shed racist connotations, but didn’t realize their chosen moniker was taken.

Whether they’re playing D&D or giving terrible (but funny!) advice, these five on-going series remind us how important sharing a laugh with our family members can be.

You know who Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley are, so now it’s time to learn about the artists behind some of their greatest hits, Charles Singleton and Rose Marie McCoy.

Like any piece of historical fiction, the musical takes some artistic license, but fans are now wondering if the show has gone too far.

This calmer style of electronic music is the genre’s answer to the heavy bass and loud synths of EDM.

Even before the pandemic, connecting with others was never easy. Here are stories stressing the complexity and worthiness of human interaction in all kinds of situations and relationships.

Creating your own show might sound daunting, but it can be a simple process if you follow these suggestions.

The artist’s simple rhythms, addictive melodies and evocative lyrics have converged into a masterful EP that demonstrates his songwriting and production genius.

The musician’s latest release is apathy in musical form, and not in a good way.

If you’re into electronic dance music, you know artists like Calvin Harris and Flume. But do you know the names of the vocalists featured in their songs?

Queen Bey is back with a new visual album that aims to uplift Black culture, but not everyone is excited about it.

Want to get even more from your reading experience? Let your ears in on the fun.

Check out Politico’s podcast to hear diverse and empowering messages from women in business and politics.

Using beautiful melodies, catchy beats and lyrics that stick with you, this music reflects the struggles of these tumultuous times.

With virtual music festivals and concerts on the rise, these up-and-comers are starting to gain traction as fans tune in to their livestreams.

The self-proclaimed ‘one man boy band’ has kept busy by making music and advocating for mental health amidst the global pandemic.

The famous country singer, who has been called the Great Unifier, has a diverse group of fans because of her all-encompassing love for humanity.

On her commanding second album, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter writes about the fears that come with depression and a life of touring.

Ryan Tedder’s band has been releasing versatile hits for nearly two decades, but they still remain under the radar.

The Washington D.C. trio puts catchy piano melodies at the center of their sound, and wears their love of Queen on their sleeves.

So, you want to make music? The first steps don’t have to be hard or pricey when you know where to start.

The Minneapolis-born country-folk artist uses his music to create narratives worth sharing.

Whether it’s with their happy music or their inspiring lyrics, these songs will help keep you afloat through all of life’s stresses.