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Alex Murrell
1 month ago
Music

The age of average (encore) - Alex Murrell

The homogenization of visual culture mirrors the homogenization of music culture due to technological advancements. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 week ago
Music

Jon McKiel: Hex

McKiel's music evolved by incorporating remnants of an unknown artist's work found on a haunted reel-to-reel, resulting in unique soundscapes. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
1 week ago
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10 albums that helped birth alt-rock & post-hardcore 40 years ago

Alternative rock's roots can be traced back to albums released in 1984, showcasing a pivotal year for the genre's development. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
2 weeks ago
Music

Mike Kinsella breaks down new Owen album 'The Falls of Sioux' track-by-track

Mike Kinsella's 11th Owen album showcases evolved songwriting style with expanded sonic palette, maintaining emotional impact and honesty over two decades. [ more ]
Consequence
2 weeks ago
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Song of the Week: Fontaines D.C. Have a Trip-Hop Panic Attack on "Starburster"

Fontaines D.C. latest single 'Starburster' showcases their evolution towards a more complex and genre-bending music style. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
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Sheryl Crow: Evolution

Sheryl Crow's career has been a definitive crossover success, spanning multiple radio formats.
Crow's latest album 'Evolution' marks a shift as she gives up her producer role for a more radio-friendly sound. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 weeks ago
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Listen to Pablo Skywalkin's "Why You Kiss": The Ones

Pablo Skywalkin's evolving style and music content are highlighted in his recent track 'Why You Kiss.' [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
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Song lyrics have become simpler and more repetitive over last 40 years

Musicians have abandoned lyrical poetry for simpler and more repetitive lyrics over the last 40 years
Modern songs tend to be dumbed-down with decreased vocabulary richness and more negative themes [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
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Waxahatchee: Tigers Blood

Waxahatchee's music evolved towards a more Americana sound on her 2020 album, doubling her audience.
Tigers Blood continues the evolution of Waxahatchee's music, with a producer highlighting each instrument and a unique character portrayal by Crutchfield. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
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Ariana Grande: Eternal Sunshine review perceptive post-divorce album is nearly spotless

Ariana Grande's evolution in music showcased her resilience through personal tragedies.
Grande's controversies and backlash in her personal life have been fueled by social media gossip. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Music

Gwen Stefani and No Doubt's greatest songs ranked!

No Doubt and Gwen Stefani have evolved their sound over the years, blending ska, R&B, and dancefloor influences.
Their music covers themes of female empowerment, breakup narratives, and innovative sound experimentation. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Music

Mannequin Pussy's Music Is Built on Big Emotions (and Inside Jokes)

Pigs are pack animals similar to touring rock bands
Mannequin Pussy's music evolved to include shoegazey sound, sharp hooks, and vulnerability. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 months ago
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Beyonce Has Embraced Country. That Doesn't Mean Country Has Embraced Beyonce.

Lionel Richie experimented with country music in his hit single 'Stuck on You,' diverging from his usual pop and R&B sound.
Beyoncé's success on the Country chart surpasses Richie's, showcasing the evolution and acceptance of genre-blending in the music industry. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
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Mary Weiss, the Flinty Voice of Heartbreak

Mary Weiss of the Shangri-Las had a unique and influential voice.
Her vocals brought nuance and levity to songs of heartbreak. [ more ]
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