Review: ‘To Pimp A Butterfly’ soars with powerful wordplay

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • March 30, 2015

The most captivating part of the album is not the rhymes, nor the blend of beats and verses. It’s a simple conversation between two great artists.

Review: Modest Mouse distinguishes itself from indie-rock peers

By Angela Weldon, Staff Writer • March 24, 2015

After an 8-year hiatus, Modest Mouse returns with an upbeat, socially conscious setlist.

Review: AWOLNATION album ‘Run’ stumbles on style shifts

By Angela Poffenbaugh, Contributing Writer • March 23, 2015

Known for their iconic song "Sail," AWOLNATION's latest album branches out into several different styles.

Review: Former ‘X Factor’ contestant returns with mellow sound

By Serena Weiss, Staff Writer • March 18, 2015

Olly Murs returned with his fourth studio album on March 10.

Review: Electric duo’s album creates ‘Another Eternity’ in half an hour

By Steven Pirani, Life & Culture Editor • March 17, 2015

Purity Ring returns with a 35-minute album that crosses genre boundaries with electric intensity.

Review: Big Sean brings huge hits with even greater wordplay

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • March 4, 2015

Big Sean's third studio album delivers with witty wordplay in "Dark Sky Paradise."

Review: Strong vocals propel punk band’s style expansion

By Erica Dischino, Staff Writer • March 2, 2015

Screaming Females unveil a newfound range of musical style in "Rose Mountain."

Review: Overwhelming instrumentals drown out R&B soul

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • February 25, 2015

Rhythm and blues singer Raheem DeVaughn returns with "Love Sex Passion," an overproduced album that sacrifices quality for quantity.

Review: ‘Smoke + Mirrors’ reflects band’s lack of cohesion

By Kim Joyce, Contributing Writer • February 23, 2015

Following up their previous success in "Night Visions," Imagine Dragons offers individual gems in a muddled overall album.

Review: Sisqo’s return marred by lackluster lyrical skills

By Luke Harbur, Staff Writer • February 19, 2015

After a fourteen year hiatus, R&B singer Sisqo returned for the last album in his "dragon trilogy."

Review: Kodaline deviates from original sound in new release

By Serena Weiss, Staff Writer • February 17, 2015

Irish alternative-rock group Kodaline disappoints fans by straying from their signature, ghostly sound.

Review: Fifth Harmony’s debut album displays mature sound

By Casey Murphy, Staff Writer • February 12, 2015

"Reflection" marks a strong debut for Fifth Harmony, boasting girl-empowering lyrics and strong vocal range.