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The Lumineers want to be your bright side on new album
“Bathed in cautious optimism, BRIGHTSIDE is exactly the kind of album needed to bring a smile or offer a sonic hug on a dreary day.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 17, 2022
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The Weeknd embarks on a purgatorial journey punctuated by easy-listening radio station, ‘Dawn FM’
“Retro synths with atmospheric vocals make the project feel futuristic and nostalgic simultaneously.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 8, 2022
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Enter the next phase of your life with ‘Take the Sadness Out of Saturday Night’
“Antonoff describes complex emotions in a manner that feels nostalgic, but desperate and sad"
Hina Janjua
Aug 16, 2021
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Into the strange, but unique world of ‘Planet Her’
Doja Cat is an artist that values uniqueness, something that is apparent through her music, the features she chooses, and her personal style
Hina Janjua
Aug 8, 2021
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dodie is at her most candid on 'Build a Problem'
“dodie has crafted a wonderfully simple yet intricate body of work.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Aug 5, 2021
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Julia Michaels goes on journey of self-discovery and obsession in 'Not in Chronological Order'
Michaels’ pivot from songwriter to artist is an interesting transition to witness as her sound develops and changes with each song released.
Hina Janjua
Jul 11, 2021
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Ed Sheeran rediscovers his love for music with ‘Bad Habits’
“'Bad Habits' seems to be a regular pop song on the surface, but holds so much more meaning for Sheeran and the progression of his career."
Hina Janjua
Jul 9, 2021
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Zara Larsson explores the complex workings of love, heartbreak, and relationships on ‘Poster Girl’
“If summer love had a soundtrack, it would be the Poster Girl album.”
Hina Janjua
Jun 19, 2021
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Lana Del Rey shows refinement and looks inward on ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club'
“[Chemtrails] takes a turn from the overly romanticized world that Del Rey typically sings about to a more subdued and personal take.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Mar 21, 2021
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Hayley Williams lets go of the dead and grasps for the living on ‘FLOWERS for VASES / Descansos’
“Williams steps back and showcases a more personal and vulnerable side of herself in a manner similar to Taylor Swift’s folklore.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Feb 15, 2021
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Maggie Lindemann comes out swinging with her debut album, ‘PARANOIA’
“Lindemann produces a fiery release that showcases the pop-punk princess inside her”

Darby VanDeVeen
Feb 9, 2021
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‘Songs for the Drunk and Broken Hearted’ provides comfort in a time of instability
“Songs for the Drunk and Broken Hearted is just what it says - songs to bring those who feel lost a little bit of hope and light.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 28, 2021
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‘Downfalls High’ gives unneeded insight into Machine Gun Kelly’s latest release
“The interesting concept wasn’t enough to make up for all that the film lacks.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 26, 2021
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ZAYN gets comfortable on 'Nobody is Listening'
“Malik produces an enjoyable listen that harnesses a vibe to wrap around the listener like a warm blanket”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 20, 2021
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Why Don’t We Finds Good Times and Bad Ones on Their Second Album
"Finding the band’s highest points and lowest, the aptly named The Good Times and the Bad Ones is a mixed bag.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Jan 18, 2021
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Bruce Springsteen embraces his years of wisdom on “Letter to You”
“Bruce Springsteen writes with the authority that can only come after 20 albums and 56 years in the industry.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Dec 24, 2020
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Taylor Swift ventures deeper into the woods on 'evermore'
“Above all, 'evermore' is a message of hope.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Dec 11, 2020
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Shawn Mendes opens his heart on 'Wonder'
“'Wonder' is bigger, better, and bolder than anything Mendes has released before”

Darby VanDeVeen
Dec 4, 2020
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Joji’s second studio-album, ‘Nectar’ had potential but missed the mark
Joji has definitely found a maturity and confidence that can be heard, even if he hasn’t completely found his footing.

Darby VanDeVeen
Nov 3, 2020
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‘positions’ lacks sparkle, but is still an enjoyable Ariana Grande album
"positions shows the three facets that Grande has found to be most successful with in her songwriting: love, sex and success.”

Darby VanDeVeen
Nov 2, 2020
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