Music
Portrait of an Artist: Joy B. Nesbitt ‘21
The Harvard Crimson sat down with campus artist Joy Nesbitt to discuss her journey to becoming a singer-songwriter and upcoming album "Atlas Rising."
Politically-Charged ‘Commander in Chief’ Sends a Powerful Message
Both timely and vivid, “Commander and Chief” is a viable entry into the genre of protest music.
AC/DC Embrace Their Rock and Roll Roots in ‘Shot In The Dark’
Perhaps the best thing an AC/DC song can sound like is, well, an AC/DC song.
‘Only Time Makes It Human,’ but King Princess Is Strikingly So
King Princess's recent track, “Only Time Makes It Human” pairs infectious melodies with coy explorations of heartbreak.
The Alchemist’s New Album ‘The Food Villain’ is Short and Sweet
With “The Food Villain,” The Alchemist delivers an effortlessly laid-back album filled with concise production and fun references to his rapper friends.
Portrait of an Artist: PYNKIE
The Harvard Crimson spoke with Radice about her new album, working as a nurse during COVID-19, and the artists that most excite her.
Twice Surprise with New Single ‘Cry for Me’
Twice’s dazzling renditions of hit singles at the 2020 Mnet Asian Music Awards set the stage for an unexpected finale: the brand new track “Cry for Me.”
The Grammys Finally Recognize Women in Rock
For the first time ever, all of the nominees for the Grammy Awards’ best rock performance category are women or female-fronted bands:
Bladee and Mechatok Talk Collaboration and Sonic Essence
The Swedish rap icon Bladee and German producer Mechatok sat down with The Harvard Crimson to talk about their latest album “Good Luck."
Folk’s Past and Future Coexist in Kurt Vile‘s ‘Speed, Sound, Lonely KV’
American singer-songwriter Kurt Vile’s newest EP, “Speed, Sound, Lonely KV,” perfectly positions itself to pay tribute to the figures of folk legend.
On “Copycat Killer,” Phoebe Bridgers Reimagines the End
It’s hard to tell whether the silence after the end of the lush, emotional 13-minute "Copycat Killer" is untimely or meant to be.
Lous and The Yakuza Leaves her Mark with Debut Album 'Gore'
After making a splash with the release of her first single last year, Congolese-Belgian artist Lous and The Yakuza solified her rising star on 'Gore.'
‘evermore’ Spins Glitter from Sawdust
“evermore” sees our experiences as borrowed in more ways than we realize, and beauty as coming in consecutive waves of recognition and resonance.
New Slowthai Single ‘nhs’ Exemplifies Emotional Growth
The new single from Slowthai, “nhs,” showcases his maturation as an artist and pays a moving tribute to the UK National Health Service.
On ‘Pluto x Baby Pluto,’ Lil Uzi Vert Shines and Future Sleeps
This past month, Lil Uzi Vert and Future released their long-awaited collaborative album “Pluto x Baby Pluto.”
In ‘BE,’ BTS Finally Catches Its Breath
The fifth studio album from BTS reflects a steady lyrical maturation. The band isn’t simply growing up — they’re growing on their own terms, reimagining the ways they want to be celebrated and remembered.
MJ, Kung Fu Kenny, And Busta Will Make You ‘Look Over Your Shoulder’
In a triumvirate few could have foreseen, the musical impact of this collaboration is sure to have the industry looking over their shoulders for years.
The Best News of 2020: Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Good News’ is an Unsurprisingly Exceptional Debut Album
Most artists can’t say that they secured a feature from Beyoncé or Nicki Minaj before their debut album. Most artists can't claim two Billboard number one single before their debut album. Most artists aren't Megan Thee Stallion.
Top 10 Albums of 2020
The Crimson Arts Board presents its musical favorites of the year, from "folklore" to "Ungodly Hour."
‘Love Goes’ Is a Powerful Testament to Sam Smith’s Growth as An Artist
Three years, ten single releases, and two album delays later, English singer-songwriter Sam Smith finally released their long-awaited third studio album “Love Goes” on Oct. 30.
‘Phase 1’: An Exciting and Well-Timed First Release
Even after 25 years, the Boston-based indie band, Dispatch, continues to break new ground with their music.
Little Mix Gears Up For New Album with ‘Sweet Melody’
Since their last album and the beginning of quarantine, British girl group Little Mix has been busy. "Sweet Melody” signals a return to form as the latest in a series of hit singles.
20+ Features on ‘Featuring Ty Dolla $ign’
In the process of adapting to other artists’ energies, Ty Dolla $ign's own sound takes the backseat and his lyrical genius is given little space to shine.
The Kid LAROI’s Debut Mixtape, ‘F*CK LOVE’ Cements the Artist as a Promising Up and Comer
The Kid LAROI's first commercial mixtape "F*CK LOVE" has all the technical aspects — sound mixing, emotion, pace — of any great album.