music albums

The music produced by a record of new album by The Caretaker ascending into the sky

The Caretaker Is Ambient Music Turned Existential

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

September 22, 2020

Katy Perry dressed as clown holding up a pie in the music video to her new album titled 'Smile'

Katy Perry’s ‘Smile’ Offers a Glimmer of Hope During a Bleak Time

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

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

September 17, 2020

Different colored jewels representing the new album RTJ4

On ‘RTJ4,’ Run the Jewels Reminds Us That Racism Isn’t Confined to the Past

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Acting as an anthem for protests around the world, the rap duo's latest album is far from the first time the group has encouraged social change.…

June 18, 2020

In an article about his latest album 3.15.20, a screenshot of Donald Glover

Donald Glover’s ‘3.15.20’ Is the Perfect Send-Off for Childish Gambino

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

The actor and musician's fourth studio album shows just how much he has matured both musically and creatively throughout his career.…

June 11, 2020

Ariana Grande Releases Surprise Live Album, ‘k bye for now (swt live)’

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician's live performances.…

January 3, 2020

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