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Gorillaz, ‘Humility’ | Track Review
Gorillaz finds its groove on “Humility,” the promo single for their highly-anticipated sixth studio album, ‘The Now Now.’ The legendary George Benson guests.
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The 1975, ‘Give Yourself a Try’ | Track Review
The 1975 returns with their first new single of 2018, “Give Yourself a Try.” Matthew Healy has some worthwhile things to say, but there’s a nuisance – a ‘production annoyance.’
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Ezra Furman, Transangelic Exodus | Album Review
Gender-fluid rock musician Ezra Furman delivers one of the best albums that only a few people have heard with his self-described, ‘Queer Outlaw Saga,’ ‘Transangelic Exodus.’
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Jake Shears, ‘Creep City’ | Track Review
Scissor Sisters’ frontman Jake Shears steps out on his own on debut single, “Creep City,” from his forthcoming, self-titled, solo debut.
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Mike Shinoda, ‘Running from my Shadow’ | Track Review
Mike Shinoda continues to build anticipation for his full-length solo album, ‘Post Traumatic’ with well-rounded single “Running from my Shadow” featuring grandson.
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Omar Apollo, ‘Ignorin’ | Track Review
Rising ‘alternative’ artist Omar Apollo showcases his own distinct, unique style on the brief, but intriguing single, “Ignorin’” from his debut EP, ‘Stereo.’
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Panic! At the Disco, High Hopes | Track Review 🎵
2 months after announcing PRAY FOR THE WICKED + releasing 2 singles, Panic! At the Disco returns with a 3rd single, “High Hopes.”
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James Bay, Electric Light | Album Review
Following divisive promo single “Wild Love,” Grammy-nominated British artist James Bay ends up exceeding expectations on his intriguing sophomore LP, ‘Electric Light.’
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The Blancos, ‘Know My Name’ | Track Review
Alternative duo The Blancos – Cory Hueston and Jayson Robbins – shine on their energetic, heavy-hitting, major-label debut single, “Know my Name.”
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Arctic Monkeys, Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino | Album Review 💿
British alternative rock darlings Arctic Monkeys return in conceptual, experimental, and quirky mode on their sixth studio album, ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino.’
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James Bay, ‘Slide’ | Track Review
Grammy-nominated English singer-songwriter James Bay releases “Slide,” the fourth and presumably the final advance single from his sophomore album, Electric Light.’
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Bastille, ‘Quarter Past Midnight’ | Track Review
British alternative band Bastille, led by the ever-compelling Dan Smith, returns with “Quarter Past Midnight,” their first new single of 2018.