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Director Neill Blomkamp’s science-fiction film “Elysium” is visually stunning but focuses too little on the plot.

Electronic band Daft Punk has stepped out of its synthetic roots to focus on a more natural sound with latest album, “Random Access Memories.”

Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, together known as Daft Punk, made their musical debut 16 years ago with the album “Homework.” The duo has once again made magic with its latest album, “Random Access Memories,” which is a throwback to disco that augments its previously established electronic sound with an orchestra. It has been…

Indie band Yeah Yeah Yeahs return with bizarre punk album, “Mosquito.”

The Scary Movie franchise returns for the fifth, and hopefully, last time.

Indie rock musician triumphs with debut solo album “Lysandre.”

Rihanna hits the music scene hard with her bold album ‘Unapologetic.’

This groundbreaking musical, from composer Tom Kitt and lyricist Brian Yorkey, explores the hidden issues within the seemingly normal life of the Goodman family.

The past few years have been rife with uncertainty for Bloc Party fans. While the British alternative collective was on hiatus, rumors of a break-up began to circulate. But all is right in the Bloc Party camp as they return with their fourth studio album, the unimaginatively titled “Four.”

Though Joe Jonas’ schoolboy good looks made him one of the most popular members of the Jonas Brothers trio, his solo debut hides his boy band image with dubstep beats, mature lyrics and a guest appearance by rapper Lil’ Wayne.

Releasing at least one album a year in the last decade alone, Ryan Adams has created a collection of works with multiple genres including rock, folk, alternative and country. His latest work, “Ashes & Fires,” recalls his 2000 solo debut, “Heartbreaker,” and features the most consistent sound of his career.

Three years after the release of its last album in 2008, La Dispute returns with a newfound post-hardcore sound.