Thank you, Will Toledo, for giving me another reason to review another Car Seat Headrest album!

Charlotte Howard, our US editor, reflects on the lessons from that tragedy

At this stage, I’m not sure even The Linda Lindas think that their age is the least interesting aspect of their identity.

The White Stripes loved playing “Jolene,” and every time they did, it was absolutely great.

OK, Rivers… ok… I’m not sure at what point in your career you made the decision, “Who gives a f**k,” but I still find this stuff kinda strangely pleasurable.

A different kind of sadness

There is something suspiciously cheerful going on here.

Paul McCartney’s “The Boys of Dungeon Lane” is a heartfelt, personal album reflecting on his past, friendships, and parentage.

A new study analyzes fMRI data from 772 people to uncover 17 new language regions across the cerebellum and hippocampus.

Harry Styles has reached the point where stadiums seem almost too small for him.

The physical debut of Present Nature is July 10, 2026, but you can stream it from here: https://linktr.ee/presentnature

The most surprising thing about Your Favorite Toy is how impatient it sounds. Not desperate. Not nostalgic. And definitely not interested in taking a victory lap. Just impatient.

“grin & bear it” feels like the sound of a track the group has been working toward for years.

By spring 2026, iDKHOW had become a clear reflection of Dallon Weekes’ vision.

It’s strangely comforting how Beck always returns to themes of heartbreak.

From the outset of Fort Perch Rock, The Dream Machine rejects conventional musical norms.

Ok, a bit of a retro cheat, but the original album was released in 2015 😉

Bringing back Nile was such a great decision!

…and parties weren’t meant to last.

Just recently seen in concert - so I'm looking forward to their next!

"It's Going to be Different Today" - that is for sure.

A Return to Form, or a Refusal to Leave It?

Right from the start, you can feel Elvis coming back into focus as an artist.

A strong, thoughtful return with a quiet sense of power.

Well, I kind of expected this.

Taking elements of jazz, blues, soul, funk and rock & roll, Prince’s ninth studio affair is the culmination of 60 years of musical development in one immaculately produced package.

The 1975 is an interesting band, and this 2022 album is probably their best.

“Bluebird” is a quietly powerful song that draws from British pop traditions while making its own mark.

Well, I didn’t expect this.

OK, maybe not that retro, but I felt it needed a post!!

And what may be next?

To call it dreamy is an understatement.

Daft Punk’s second studio album ‘Discovery’ was originally released on March 12, 2001.

The song manages to feel nostalgic and modern at the same time.

Overall, First Girl on the Moon sounds like the work of an artist early in her career but already with a clear creative style.

The core of the album is its narrative scope. It chronicles a relationship filled with unfulfilled longing. There’s obsession and anxiety. A lot of anxiety.

This album doesn’t go for immediate impact. Instead, it relies on careful craft, atmosphere, and expects the listener to engage with it.

There’s a certain tension in Glassio’s music, a balance between movement and introspection.

(Updated to take into account "Harry's House" and his very, very highly anticipated new album.)

He had a lot of personal struggles, to say the least.

Paris Concert Review, February 17, 2026

Written during the pandemic, as Taylor Swift became even more known to me.

At just 2 and a half minutes in length, this is a lovely song from start to finish.

“<sAvioR>” doesn’t play it safe.