Music
Boston Baroque Review: Handel's ‘Messiah’
Nothing says holiday like revisiting a timeless tradition. Boston Baroque’s “Messiah” is both conservative of baroque qualities as well as innovative in Pearlman’s conducting.
‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ Review: Smooth, Fun, and Nostalgic — Does It Get Much Better?
The album is a prime example of a couple unimaginably talented musicians getting together and jamming out and making fun music that they like. Does it really get any better than that?
Single Review: “New Shapes” by Charli XCX is the Perfect Song for Looking Hot and Unbothered
Human relationships are complicated and messy. Charli XCX's “New Shapes” tells the listener not to fixate on the problems.
MC Fat Ray on Detroit Origins, Joining Danny Brown’s Bruiser Brigade
“The Bruiser Brigade is a collective of my brothers,” Fat Ray said. “We came together on common ground. We all love music, and we all love each other."
LA Pop Singer Luke Markinson on Hyperpop and Identity
It was the onset of the pandemic and the amount of free time that came with it that spurred Markinson to release his first single, “Never Alone,” in 2020.
Chicago Rapper Donnie Dee Money on His Return to Music
The rapper shared that he decided to come back to music once he had rediscovered his self-confidence in his pen.
Toronto Band Babygirl on Songwriting, Industry Success
Since their 2016 debut, Babygirl has been hard at work, dropping a pair of EPs along with a plethora of singles.
Top 10 Albums of 2021
The Crimson Arts Board presents its musical favorites of the year, from "Heaux Tales" to "Call Me If You Get Lost."
Artist Profile: Jenna Raine
Beyond providing ideas for new songs, Raine’s clever use of social media has also furthered her personal artistic goal of connecting with her supporters.
‘Split’ by NIKI: A Collective Memory of Home
With the upcoming holiday season, “Split” is not only NIKI’s memoir but also a warm reminder for the listeners to reflect on and renew their appreciation for “home.”
Olivia Rodrigo’s Tiny Desk (Home) Concert: Not Your Average DMV Trip
Rodrigo couldn’t have chosen a better venue for her Dec. 7 NPR Tiny Desk (home) concert than a vacant DMV office, whose “interesting vibes” she noted during her set of four songs from “SOUR.”
‘Solar Power (Deluxe Edition)’ Review: Closing the Chapter on Lorde’s Golden Age
The two bonus tracks on the deluxe edition of “Solar Power” are just the vibes we need as we wrap up 2021.
Album Review: Sufjan Stevens and Angelo de Augustine Assume ‘A Beginner’s Mind’
The album beautifully complements each artist’s past monumental works while pushing both to a previously unexplored sound featuring electric guitar, fuller production, and dynamic song structures.
‘La Fama’ Review: Rosalía and The Weeknd Pick Fame Over Love
“La Fama” is nothing like the other collaboration between the Rosalía and The Weeknd, the attention to detail on its production being its main novel attribute.
‘Between Us’ Review: Little Mix’s Power of Sisterhood Remains
“Between Us” revolves around the power of sisterhood and friendship that has been a theme for Little Mix through all of their years in the spotlight.
Single Review: Jennifer Lopez’s ‘On My Way’ is an Advertisement, Not a Love Song
Much like the premise of Lopez's upcoming movie "Marry Me," the song “On My Way” is equally cliché.
ABBA’s ‘Voyage’ Review: A More Mature, More Varied, Less Catchy Comeback
“Voyage” is a more mature, stylistically diverse album, but one without the disco appeal of ABBA’s greatest hits.
Wolf Alice Concert Review: A Dazzling and Powerful Homecoming
Wolf Alice’s Nov. 11 show at the Paradise Rock Club featured a striking set that showcased the band’s power over a stunning range of genres.
Lucy Dacus Concert Review: Dacus Builds Emotional Worlds at Boston’s House of Blues
As Dacus notes onstage, it is “the biggest headlining show [they’ve] ever done” — and, as she adds, they sold out.
Finding Home in an Imperfect World: Wet and Kelly Zutrau
At the time of the interview with Zutrau, Wet was preparing to play the seventh show of their tour at The Sinclair in Harvard Square.
‘Boyz’ by Jesy Nelson is a Problem
In an ideal world, “Boyz” by Jesy Nelson featuring Nicki Minaj, would just be forgettable and boring.
‘The Feels’ Review: TWICE’s Upbeat Manifestation of Love
Album after album and single after single, TWICE continues to display their dependable character as a top K-pop group.
‘One Right Now’ Review: Posty And Starboy Rebound With Electropop
The electropop production on this record is perhaps its only redeeming quality.
‘Blue Banisters’ Review: Lana Del Rey Revisits and Experiments in her Near-Perfect Album
"Blue Banisters" continues Del Rey's tradition of sad, witchy balladry and explores her archetypal themes of tumultuous love and feelings of disquietude.