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Faye Webster aces various genres in new album

By Maria-Angelica Christakis, Contributing Writer • March 7, 2024

After the immense success on her fourth studio album, “I Know I’m Funny haha,” Faye Webster returned with “Underdressed at the Symphony” on March 1, continuing to defy genre norms. Despite the influx of fans and attention, Webster is consistent in her unique sound. Her music is timeless as she explores handling fame and heartbreak, with a rich use of new instruments and gentle melodies.

Review: Andy Shauf is back with ambitious concept album

By Lily Lipka, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023

"Norm" sees Andy Shauf return to another fascinating concept album in one of his most ambitious undertakings to date.

Review: Lorde enters new era

By Dariene Seifert, Senior writer • August 31, 2021

Lorde and Antonoff make an incredible team — each song offers something extraordinarily enjoyable, whether that’s basking in the sun or stuck in an existential airport.

Review: Singer satisfies with new emotional album

By Eleanor Kay • November 6, 2019

Alexander O’Connor, known by his stage name Rex Orange County, released his third indie-pop album, “Pony,” which consists of 10 songs. His new album continues the same music style that his others...

Review: Singles for the week of 4/19

By Olivia Riggio, Life & Culture Editor • April 20, 2019

“Easy” Tycho, Saint Sinner Released April 17, 2019 Mom + Pop/ Ninja Tune Tycho is known for composing glittering, ambient techno soundscapes. This collaboration with producer and vocalist...

Review: “You Are Ok” album is more than just OK

By Sara Belcher, Contributing Writer • April 14, 2019

The Maine has an empowering message for listeners: “You Are Ok.” With the release of its seventh studio album, “You Are Ok,” alt-rock band The Maine put to rest the slow, emotional phase of...

Review: Billie Eilish’s record is a spectral dream

By Dariene Seifert, Staff Writer • April 7, 2019

Two years after Billie Eilish catapulted onto the indie-alternative scene with her EP “dont smile at me,” the 17-year-old artist released her magnum opus of a debut album: “WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP,...

Review: Singles for the Week of of 4/7

By Olivia Riggio, Life & Culture Editor • April 7, 2019

“Unbearably White” Vampire Weekend Released April 4, 2019 Spring Snow, LLC. A song named “Unbearably White” by a band known for their preppy, New England aesthetic may elicit some...

Review: Singles for the Week of 3/29

By Olivia Riggio, Life & Culture Editor • March 30, 2019

“Mi Persona Favorita” Alejandro Sanz & Camila Cabello Released March 28, 2019 Universal Music Spain This collaboration between Spanish musician Alejandro Sanz and American pop star...

Review: SWMRS album it burning with passion

By Hannah Fitzpatrick • February 24, 2019

After Oakland-based punk-rock group SWMRS signed with New York City-based record label Fueled By Ramen and released its record label debut and overall third LP, “Drive North,” the band has returned...

Review: “Freedom’s Goblin” is free of faults

By Arleigh Rodgers • February 4, 2019

In his 10th studio album, “Freedom’s Goblin,” Ty Segall joins fuzzy guitar with electronic funk. The result exceeds all expectations of what his brand of alternative-rock can be. The album is...

Review: Singles for the Week of 2/1

February 2, 2019

“Fine Mess” Interpol Released Jan. 30, 2019 Matador Records New York rockers, Interpol’s surprise single is moody and raucous. “Fine Mess” is about a passionate but doomed love....