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The 55 best albums of 2022

In 2022, pop mavens, rap greats, and rock favorites returned, select indie acts broke out to the masses, the pop-punk resurgence continued to thrive, and many upstarts won over the hearts of new fans. All in all: It was a pretty great year for new music. To reflect on the year, like the huge music […]

After eight years, Broken Bells are back with their most experimental album yet

Broken Bells are more cosmic and daring than ever on INTO THE BLUE. James Mercer and Danger Mouse break down their first album in eight years.

Sound Station: Santigold, NNAMDÏ and Alvvays are our tracks of the week

Welcome to Sound Station, where we’re highlighting the best new tracks that came out this week. Head into the weekend with songs from Alvvays, Santigold and more.

The Latest: beabadoobee honors the Sundays, Vic Mensa's new weed venture and more

The latest, from beabadoobee to Vic Mensa and more. This is our daily download of the essential news you need to know across music, culture and style.

Mike's Dead found his sound: "hellfire meets controlled chaos"

Mike’s Dead wears his influences on his sleeve, both proudly and most definitely loudly. Rooted in his love for the early 2000s nü-metal and rap-rock phenomenon, with a penchant for modern production and a hyper-abrasive aesthetic, Mike has managed to create something that he self-describes as “controlled chaos.” His brand of musical chaos is a […]

Broken Bells - Meyrin Fields EP

Broken Bells Meyrin Fields EP   Listening to Broken Bells—electro-pop collaboration between Shins leading man James Mercer and Beatles-bootlegger-turned-Gnarls-Barkley-superstar Danger Mouse—feels a bit like watching one of those weird high school flings between an A/V club super-dork and a cheerleader at the fore of a New Year’s resolution to start going for guys with a […]