Album Review
Lucinda Williams’ ‘World’s Gone Wrong’ Album: A Renewed Focus on Potent Protest
Lucinda Williams’ 16th album, ‘World’s Gone Wrong,’ initially released in 2023, is drawing significant renewed attention in early 2026 for its raw, unflinching commentary on contemporary societal struggles and powerful collaborations.
The Kid LAROI’s ‘Before I Forget’: A Heartbreak Album Forged From Scrapped Dreams
Australian artist The Kid LAROI dramatically scrapped his nearly complete sophomore album, ‘Watch This!’, to create ‘Before I Forget’ in just three months, channeling a high-profile breakup into a raw, emotional pop-R&B record.
Florence + The Machine’s ‘Everybody Scream’: Spellbinding Catharsis and Raw Power
Florence Welch’s sixth album ‘Everybody Scream’ is a bold, collaborative exploration of trauma, mysticism, and the liberating force of performance—delivering some of her most visceral and emotionally charged music to date.
Olivia Dean Releases ‘The Art of Loving’ — Neo-Soul and Motown Influences Shine
British neo-soul artist Olivia Dean transforms personal inspiration into timeless pop with her sophomore album ‘The Art of Loving’, blending intricate arrangements and classic influences for a standout musical experience.
Olivia Dean’s Art of Loving: Soulful Simplicity in Modern Pop
Olivia Dean’s second album, The Art of Loving, cements her rise as a soulful pop star with a meditative, generous approach to romance and self-discovery. Across lush, breezy arrangements, Dean crafts an album that’s as deep as it is accessible,…
Doja Cat’s Vie: Retro Pop Brilliance or Nostalgic Safe Play?
Doja Cat’s fifth studio album, Vie, plunges into 1980s nostalgia, blending glossy pop production with her signature wit and vulnerability. But does this retro homage mark an artistic evolution, or is it a calculated exercise in safe pastiche?