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Chuck Berry, Chuck | Album Review 💿

Late rock and roll pioneer Chuck Berry leaves the world a superb gift to the world with his final album, ‘Chuck.’

30 Best Songs of 2017 (So Far) | Year in Review Playlist

Kendrick Lamar, Father John Misty, and Migos are among the artists responsible for the 30 best songs of 2017 (so far). 

Music Shopping List | Lorde Drops ‘Melodrama’

Lorde (‘Melodrama’) leads a crop of new releases arriving June 16, 2017.  2 Chainz, Nickelback, Jason Isbell, Big Boi, and Fleet Foxes also drop new LPs.

Sia, Free Me | Track Review 🎵

Sia shines on “Free Me,” a heartfelt, sincere charity single supporting the #endHIV campaign.

Katy Perry, Witness | Album Review 💿

Pop superstar Katy Perry struggles to find her footing on her 5th studio album, Witness. Sometimes it works, while other times it doesn’t. 

12 Songs That Name-Drop the Rolls-Royce Wraith | Playlist 🎧

Rappers have a deep love for a particular foreign – The Rolls Royce Wraith.  This playlist examines 12 songs that reference the luxury coupe.

alt-J, Relaxer | Album Review 💿

British indie-rock band alt-J returns with an intriguing, if flawed third studio album, ‘Relaxer.’ The band’s eclecticism knows no end on ‘Relaxer.’

Bleachers, Gone Now | Album Review 💿

80s loving, alternative pop band Bleachers returns with its highly anticipated, incredibly intriguing sophomore effort, ‘Gone Now.’

The War on Drugs, ‘Holding On’ | Track Review

Alt-rock six-piece band The War on Drugs deliver a gem with “Holding On,” the promo single from their August 2017 album, 'A Deeper Understanding.'

The 11 Worst Songs of 2017 (So Far) | Playlist 🎧

Jake Paul, CupcakKe, and Jacob Sartorius top the list of the 10 worst songs of 2017 (so far). They are joined by Tyga, Kiiara, and Lil Yachty among others.