Album Reviews
- Tinashe
Songs for You
After freeing herself from a bad record deal, the multitalented R&B singer celebrates with an effortless LP that fully displays her range.
- Griselda
WWCD
The Buffalo trio’s Shady Records debut doesn’t sacrifice an ounce of their gritty and ruthless throwback aesthetic.
- Various Artists
Hyperswim
Kode9’s Hyperdub label celebrates its 15th anniversary by moving confidently beyond the London club music’s conventions.
- Anne Müller
Heliopause
The loops and layers of the Berlin-based cellist’s solo album evoke resonant emotions that could afford to linger.
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