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“21”
Gracie Abrams
Gracie Abrams under exclusive license to Interscope Records
Released Feb.

What is the sign of true growth?

Louis Tomlinson was never one of the flashiest members of One Direction, even during the band’s peak of success.

“Better Way”
NEIL FRANCES
Released Jan.

After his arrival to the hip-hop scene in the late 2000s, rapper Mac Miller’s music was characterized by nonstop, exponential growth.

“Amnesia”
Grace Carter
Released Dec. 6
Polydor Records
Grace Carter’s compelling vocals are the shining strength of “Amnesia.” Although the lyrics teeter on mundanity, the song is catchy, and the pop-style background music is captivating.

Iggy Pop is one of the few artists who perfectly represents the spirit of punk.

Cage the Elephant’s “Social Cues,” the American rock band’s fifth studio album, might appeal to its veteran fans, whose die-hard attitude toward the group will keep them listening if only out of loyalty.

ME!
Taylor Swift, Brendon Urie
Released April 26th, 2019
Taylor Swift Productions, Inc.

Seven men run around a deserted, pastel city, dressed to the nines in the brightest colored clothes they have.

Labrinth, Sia and Diplo joined forces and conceived an album, perfectly balancing their styles and strengths to produce a masterpiece that is as exceptional as its creators.

Four young women stand together firmly in front of hundreds of trumpets as brass blares in the background.