Dave Mustaine’s thrash war machine take their curtain call, finishing as he started, doing things his way whether you like it ...

According to former Spotify chief economist Will Page, there is now more music released in a single day than in all of 1989. That means it’s harder than ever to sift through the mountain of singles, ...

What happened to romance in music? Those orchestral strings, mournful saxophone solos and heart-pattering drum beats to soundtrack a Paris rendezvous or New York cocktail hour? As far as ...

Megadeth's final album is now out, and after sitting down with these 10 new tracks it’s clear the band are not riding the ...

One of America's best singer-songwriters balances resilience, joy, and hope on her intense 16th album ...

The cover of Rosalía’s fourth studio album, “Lux,” shows the Spanish (Catalan) artist cloaked in a nun’s habit. Beneath the white fabric, she cradles herself. Even the word “habit” resonates as both a ...

After a couple weeks of avalanche New Release Fridays, things have calmed down a little, though we could just be in the eye of the storm. I only review four new albums this week, but quality is high: ...

In the past, Doja Cat has had a complicated relationship with what kind of artist she is and what type of music she should make. Almost a year to date after releasing her first No. 1 hit “Say So,” she ...

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The Vermont music scene is going strong in 2025. We’ve received tons of new albums from every corner of the Green Mountain State, and we listen to every single one that’s sent in. When the review ...