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Album Review: Rex Orange County Expresses His Worries with ‘Who Cares?’

April 5, 2022 by Timothy Gay

Rex Orange County released his fourth studio album, “Who Cares?” on March 11. The album shows the artist expressing his struggle to maintain a peaceful mindset from tough experiences.

Album Review: Knox Natural Moves Intentionally like the Sun with ‘Child of the Sun’

February 24, 2022 by Timothy Gay

Knox Natural released his debut album “Child of the Sun” on Dec. 31. The concept relates the strive of oneself to the constant movement of the sun.

Album Review: Mitski Creates New Synth Album Drenched in Darkness

February 24, 2022 by Hope Lockwood

“Laurel Hell” by Mitski is an album that uses heavy synthesizers, deep hitting lyrics, and a reflection on the effect of her sudden rise to indie stardom. It marks her first full length album since her hiatus in 2019.

Album Review: The Weeknd Goes Full Synth-Pop with ‘Dawn FM’

January 26, 2022 by Timothy Gay

“Dawn FM” by The Weeknd shows the singer fully embracing the synth-pop genre after giving us a taste of it on his previous album “After Hours.” The album is also highlighted for its radio station themed concept.

Album Review: Halsey’s ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’ Showcases Versatility

November 3, 2021 by Timothy Gay

“If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power” by Halsey showcases a diversity of genres such as pop, rock, alternative and acoustic. The 13-track concept album expresses the highs and lows of pregnancy and childbirth.

Album Review: Kacey Musgraves Divorces Country Music with ‘star-crossed’

October 15, 2021 by Addison Whiten

Singer Kacey Musgraves’ fifth studio album, “star-crossed,” is a reflection on her divorce and an exploration of all the emotions involved with the breakup of a relationship. While the album has some standout tracks, overall it is an underwhelming record from an award-winning artist like Musgraves.

Album Review: Taylor Swift’s ‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’ Showcases Her Growth as an Artist

September 5, 2021 by Lindsay Mase

Following her success with “Evermore” and “Folklore,” Taylor Swift revisits the past to re-record her album “Fearless.” The nostalgic masterpiece marks Taylor Swift’s third No. 1 album in less than a year.

Album Review: Lorde’s ‘Solar Power’ Symbolizes Her Escape From the Chaos

August 26, 2021 by Yamillah Hurtado

Lorde is back and better than ever with the release of “Solar Power.” The indie-folk album is a change for the successful pop artist but still holds the immense authenticity she is known for.

Album Review: Justin Bieber’s ‘Justice’ Presents a Consistent Spiritual Message but Muddled Sound

April 6, 2021 by Grace Wood

Justin Bieber used his time in quarantine to create “Justice,” a musical reflection on his troubled past, Christian faith and role as Hailey Baldwin Bieber’s husband. The album, released under Def Jam Recordings, includes hit singles like “Holy,” “Lonely,” “Anyone” and “Peaches.”

Album Review: Lana Del Rey’s Honesty Emerges in Latest Album, ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’

April 6, 2021 by Beth Gonzales

Lana Del Rey and co-writer Jack Antonoff used quarantine to create the melancholy masterpiece, “Chemtrails Over The Country Club.” Del Rey’s seventh studio album portrays the loneliness of fame, her dream of romantic madness and quiet hunger for normalcy.

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