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Brandi Carlile, By the Way, I Forgive You [Photo Credit: Elektra]

Brandi Carlile, By the Way, I Forgive You | Album Review

Americana, folk-rock singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile delivers a sensational sixth studio album with ‘By the Way, I Forgive You.’

By the musical hype, 7 yearsDecember 31, 2018 ago

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10 Songs About Cult Leader Jim Jones & Jonestown | Playlist

In our latest true crime playlist, we highlight 10 songs about cult leader Jim Jones and his followers at Jonestown.

By the musical hype, 8 yearsOctober 20, 2017 ago

Harry Styles [📷: Columbia]

Harry Styles, Harry Styles | Album Review 💿

Harry Styles delivers a successful, enjoyable debut album with his highly anticipated, self-titled effort.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 15, 2017 ago

Harry Styles [📷: Columbia]

Harry Styles, Sweet Creature | Track Review 🎵

Harry Styles returns with a second single, “Sweet Creature,” ahead of his debut album, ‘Harry Styles.’ “Sweet Creature” falls short of “Sign of the Times.”

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 4, 2017 ago

The Avett Brothers, True Sadness © Republic

The Avett Brothers, True Sadness | Album Review

The Avett Brothers aren’t nearly as melancholy as title ‘True Sadness’ suggests, delivering a fine effort with their latest LP.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsJune 27, 2016 ago

Jake Bugg, Jake Bugg [Photo Credit: Mercury]

Jake Bugg, Jake Bugg | Album Review

‘Jake Bugg,’ the self-titled debut LP by the Brit singer/songwriter is a highly recommended effort for traditional-, indie-, folk- or garage-rock fans.

By brent80, 13 yearsApril 25, 2013 ago

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