Who by Fire is a reverent, accomplished tribute album that both honors both Cohen and retains First Aid Kit’s particular character. Recorded a few months after Leonard Cohen’s death, Who By Fire is a heartfelt tribute album of his music performed live by Swedish…
Spaceman is yet another Nick Jonas album that refuses to push beyond familiar, facile sentiment and songwriting. After briefly recentering his identity, again, as “The Jonas Brother,” Nick Jonas here shifts back to just being “Nick Jonas,” an artist unbound from the chains of…
Adult Mom’s latest is a lyrically-tight exploration of shared human bonds under the weight of a failed system. Adult Mom’s third record, Driver, brings with it a reminder of the talent behind Stevie Knipe’s project chronicling awkward experiences and the intimate details of everyday…
Obviously is the perfect blend of genres and tone, showcasing each musician’s specific talents while presenting a cohesive album destined to be a staple in their catalog. After three years, Lake Street Dive returns with another fresh and vibrant album that bends the genres of…
Ryley Walker’s latest makes a strong case for the increased visibility and label placement of psych rock jammers. After shopping himself around to different labels and being met with the same rejection, Ryley Walker finally self-released this set, which he recorded live with psych-rock…
Ignorance brings depth to Tamara Lindeman’s songwriting, working with The Weather Station for bigger production and grandiose performance. Oftentimes, the best solutions are also the simplest. In the case of Tamara Lindeman’s project under The Weather Station moniker, the answer seemed to be “add a…
Open Door Policy finds The Hold Steady still rocking, but the group skews self-referential almost to the point of parody. After ending an otherwise shaky 2010s run on a solid return to form with Thrashing Through the Passion, The Hold Steady is back with…
Super Monster isn’t necessarily groundbreaking, but it proves that Claud is an artist to watch as they continue to build upon their talent for lyricism and production. As the first release on the Phoebe Bridgers-founded label Saddest Factory, Claud’s Super Monster is a rich entry…
Welfare Jazz is a progressive tweak of the punk ethos, embracing much of the genre’s texture but reconceiving of its messaging. Viagra Boys’ sophomore effort Welfare Jazz — coming after their debut Street Worms — is a messy post-punk experience that samples elements from myriad…
Buck Meek paints an emotionally potent self-portrait on the introspective Two Saviors. Buck Meek follows up his 2018 self-titled solo release and a considerably busy Big Thief schedule with Two Saviors, a jangly, twangy sophomore interlude to the band’s ongoing, prolific discography. Recorded in…
