Ariana Grande’s authenticity shines through on “thank u, next”
Upon its initial introduction, I wasn’t particularly excited about Ariana Grande’s newest album. Listening to “sweetener” one too many times and the fact that it seemed like every radio station was blasting an Ariana...
Cage the Elephant get personal on new single, “Ready To Let Go”
After two years since the release of their last album, “Unpeeled,” Cage The Elephant are back
with their newest single, “Ready To Let Go.” This single leads up to the band’s long-awaited fifth studio LP,...
RIP: Rest in Peace, or Rise in Plays?
A posthumous album is a project released after the death of the artist. However, questions remain afloat in trying to decipher the purpose of releasing an album after death. Is it distasteful, or is...
“FM!” is the future summer anthem that’s getting bumped for the wrong reasons
Throw on your sunglasses and get your speakers ready because Vince Staples’ crip-walk-inducing rap project, “FM!,” is the ideal album for blasting at your local barbecues – that is, if you can wait until...
“BALLADS 1”, coming to an elevator near you!
George Miller, also known as, Joji, Pink Guy and most notably, Filthy Frank, is a former YouTube star who initially gained his popularity from his own ridiculous antics uploaded on the platform. Now as...
With a bloated tracklist “Tha Carter V” fails to make an impact
Once upon a time, in a seemingly alternate universe, where Bobby Shmurda freely shmoney-danced the streets of New York and the radio was actually a viable source of good music, there was a time...
Kanye West offers a compelling, emotional and surprisingly human experience with “Ye”
After an over two year hiatus, with the exception of a few inconsequential features and some production work on the side, Kanye West has returned in full force. Following “Daytona,” which was exclusively produced...
Cardi Cash: Cardi B’s debut is another round of hits
Cardi B live-streamed the completion of her debut album, “Invasion of Privacy,” on Instagram in a moment which signaled a fulfillment of the endless possibilities going viral can manifest. Cardi, a Bronx native born...
Kali Uchis delivers a sexy, soothing and soulful adventure with “Isolation”
Soft, seductive vocals, an abundance of soul and a dreamy atmosphere are just a few of the characteristics of Kali Uchis’ debut album “Isolation.” The Colombian-American singer has been making waves ever since her...
“Memories Don’t Die,” especially when they’re this scarring
In 2016, Tory Lanez released his debut solo project, “I Told You,” an album that was riddled with problems from the start. It not only reflected Lanez’s lack of individuality in comparison to other...