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Jazz's Mark Turner Conjures an Astonishing Conversation » PopMatters
Jazz saxophonist Mark Turner showcases his innovative approach to the jazz quartet format, blending…
Carlos Ferreira and Dasom Baek Make Beautiful Noise » PopMatters
Carlos Ferreira and Dasom Baek have released a new transatlantic collaboration album titled ‘Unbala…
Joni Mitchell's Turbulent Indigo and Taming the Tiger » PopMatters
Joni Mitchell's albums Turbulent Indigo and Taming the Tiger demonstrate her artistic mastery and s…
“Paul McCartney Is Dead”: The Hoax That Just Won't Die » PopMatters
The ‘Paul McCartney Is Dead’ conspiracy theory has become so entrenched in popular culture that it'…
The Twilight Sad Make a Welcome Return » PopMatters
The Twilight Sad have returned after an extended break with a new lineup, delivering emotionally ra…
José González Gently Rages ‘Against the Dying of the Light’ » PopMatters
José González's music combines the intimate storytelling approach of a folk singer with the sophist…
New German Cinema Goes in Search of Self » PopMatters
New German Cinema demonstrates that pop music, when crafted with sophistication and emotional depth…
SXSW at 40: The Music’s Still Worth the Trip » PopMatters
SXSW festival celebrates its 40th anniversary amid criticism from longtime attendees that it has ch…
Young Fresh Fellows Return with Playful, Restless ‘Loft’ » PopMatters
Young Fresh Fellows release their new album ‘Loft’, demonstrating that their creative instincts rem…
The Cosmic Tones Research Trio Create “Great Black Music” » PopMatters
The Cosmic Tones Research Trio is profiled in this PopMatters interview, where they discuss their m…
Courtney Barnett Brilliantly Showcases Her Voice on New LP » PopMatters
Courtney Barnett delivers a straightforward rock album that serves as a throwback to grunge and ind…
Trumpeter Adam O'Farrill Dances with Brillance on ‘Elephant’ » PopMatters
Trumpeter Adam O'Farrill's new album ‘Elephant’ showcases remarkable agility and dynamic movement i…
Band of Horses’ ‘Everything All The Time’ Is Essential at 20 » PopMatters
Band of Horses’ debut album ‘Everything All the Time’ celebrated its 20th anniversary as a landmark…
Mary Ocher's ‘Weimar’ Has a Stunning, Dramatic Atmosphere » PopMatters
Berlin-based artist Mary Ocher releases her new album Weimar, featuring a minimalist approach with …
The Best Performances of 2026's Love Rocks NYC » PopMatters
Love Rocks NYC featured an all-star lineup comparable to Newport Folk Festival, delivering nearly f…
Kula Shaker's Crispian Mills Discusses the Creative Life » PopMatters
Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker discusses the band's identity and creative philosophy in an in-depth …
Robyn Is Doing Herself on ‘Sexistential’ » PopMatters
Robyn's album ‘Sexistential’ reflects her position as a pioneering artist who established the bluep…
Jon Irabagon and Quartet Brilliantly Go in Every Direction » PopMatters
Jazz saxophonist and composer Jon Irabagon demonstrates his versatility as a bandleader by blending…
Nicole Saphos Rocks With Determination » PopMatters
Nicole Saphos creates fresh and unique music that tackles heavy emotions and nostalgia without soun…
The Stone Roses, Experience and Memory » PopMatters
The Stone Roses’ music continues to evoke powerful emotions and timeless experiences. Their songs c…
billy woods and Mickey Diamond Take a Bite Out of “Peter and the Wolf” » PopMatters
billy woods and Mickey Diamond collaborate on ‘Peter and the Wolf’, creating an underground hip-hop…
Kim Gordon Is at the Height of Her Powers on ‘Play Me’ » PopMatters
Indie rock icon Kim Gordon releases ‘Play Me’, an album where she confronts contemporary world issu…