Joji shows his maturity on ‘Ballads 1’
Joji Ballads 1 88rising · October 26, 2018 Joji leans further into his dark emotional grit than ever before, distancing himself from the immature satire of his past.
Album Reviews
‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’ turns 20
Lauryn Hill The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill Ruffhouse Records · August 1998
MØ releases full length ‘Forever Neverland’
MØ Forever Neverland Sony Records · October 19, 2018 When MØ tries out new styles, she shows a glimmer of hope that she could be more than just a top 40 collaborator.
Lil Yachty tries to be something he’s not on ‘Nuthin’ 2 Prove’
Lil Yachty Nuthin’ 2 Prove Capitol Records · October 19, 2018 Yachty has repeatedly said that he is “not a rapper,” but he sure seems like he’s trying to be one.
Novo Amor hypnotizes listeners with ‘Birthplace’
Novo Amor Birthplace AllPoints · October 19, 2018 Between his soft-spoken voice and the range of instruments he includes in his songs, Novo Amor creates genuinely beautiful music that is hard not to enjoy.
N.W.A’s ‘Straight Outta Compton’ turns 30
N.W.A Straight Outta Compton Ruthless Records · September 1988
Elvis Costello is back in business with ‘Look Now’
Elvis Costello & The Imposters Look Now Concord Records · October 12, 2018 Following a recording hiatus, Elvis Costello returns to prove that his talent did not dwindle.
Young the Giant disappoints with ‘Mirror Master’
Young the Giant Mirror Master Elektra · October 12, 2018 Mirror Master shows flashes of unique greatness while remaining utterly forgettable otherwise.
Radiohead’s ‘Hail to the Thief’ turns 15
Radiohead Hail to the Thief Ocean Way Recording / Canned Applause · June 2003
Greta Van Fleet lacks originality in ‘Anthem of the Peaceful Army’
Greta Van Fleet Anthem of the Peaceful Army Republic Records · October 26, 2018 This album is a perfect example of the disconnect between the critical world and the everyday listener.