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9 Songs Referencing the Word CROSS in Various Ways | Playlist 🎧

Artists compelling with their songs on 9 Songs Referencing the Word CROSS in Various Ways include Maxwell, Mike Shinoda, Sabrina Claudio & Sufjan Stevens.

12 Songs with References to David Koresh & Waco | Playlist

Beastie Boys, Ghostface Killah, Pitbull, and Rick Ross are among artists with songs featuring lyrics that reference cult leader David Koresh and Waco.

Why Don’t We, ‘Talk’ | Track Review

Rising boy band Why Don’t We sing about bad communication in their fading relationships on their third single of 2018, “Talk.”

Iggy Azalea, ‘Kream’ | Track Review

Iggy Azalea taps Tyga for “Kream,” the promo single from her forthcoming EP, ‘Survive the Summer.’ “Kream” is ultimately a ‘mixed bag.’

Max George, ‘Barcelona’ | Track Review

Max George, a member of the now defunct boy band The Wanted, releases his debut single, “Barcelona.” The results are positive, but not game changing.

Lil Pump, ‘Drug Addicts’ | Track Review

Lil Pump continues to build his career on clichés an utter shallowness on his latest, empty and irresponsible single, “Drug Addicts.”

Years & Years, Palo Santo | Album Review 💿

Years & Years returns with a compelling sophomore album with ‘Palo Santo’ which masterfully incorporates social issues, sexuality, and spirituality. 

10 Songs That Go Strictly by the Numbers | Playlist

On the playlist “10 Songs That Go Strictly by the Numbers,” Arctic Monkeys, Drake, and Kamasi Washington are among artists providing ‘numeric’ tunes. 

Justin Timberlake, ‘SoulMate’ | Track Review

Pop superstar Justin Timberlake sounds great on “SoulMate,” but the summer song suffers from flimsy songwriting that lacks depth.

Gorillaz, The Now Now | Album Review

Although more accessible than ‘Humanz’ to some extent, Damon Albarn and Gorillaz still require the audience to be ambitious listeners on ‘The Now Now.’