by Eliana Fermi When Lucius returned to the studio, just the four of them, something rare and resonant happened. Their self-titled and self-recorded fourth studio album, released May 2, 2025, is a document of transitions, of tenderness, of lives being built even as others fade away. “We got dogs,” they write, “you can hear them … Read more
Andrew McMahon, Death Grip Review by Eliana Fermi Andrew McMahon has built a career on his ability to transform and reinvent himself, a skill clearly displayed in his latest single, “Death Grip.” Over the past two decades, McMahon has journeyed from the pop-punk energy of Something Corporate to the introspective narratives of Jack’s Mannequin and now, … Read more
Olivia Rodrigo, Sour Review Sour Then, Guts Now: Revisiting Olivia Rodrigo’s Debut Ahead of Her Sophomore Album Rising pop star Olivia Rodrigo’s Sour, released by Geffen Records on May 21, 2021, was a fierce debut, a sonic diary entry written in the key of adolescence, exploding onto the music scene. This ambitious studio album captured the hearts … Read more
Sophie B. Hawkins, Free Myself Review GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling artist Sophie B. Hawkins is back with her seventh studio album, Free Myself, released via Lightyear Entertainment. This latest body of work, birthed out of a deeply personal period of change and growth, serves as a potent testament to Hawkins’ enduring talent and artistic integrity. It … Read more
Susanna Hoffs, The Deep End Review Susanna Hoffs, the whimsical melody-maker behind the multi-platinum-selling Bangles, is diving back under the covers with her new album, The Deep End. With a delightful history of sprinkling her magic on tunes like Lightning Seeds’ “All I Want” and Oingo Boingo’s “We Close Our Eyes,” Hoffs once again proves her … Read more
Amy Macdonald, Don’t Tell Me That It’s Over Review Amy Macdonald has sold over six million albums with a total of well over ten million records sold, four long-players, all entering the Top 5 charts worldwide, more than 200 million Spotify streams and concerts worldwide to a total audience of more than 3.3 million. Macdonald’s … Read more
Florence + The Machine, Dance Fever Review Florence + The Machine is a pop band from South London led by Florence Mary Leontine Welch. The band’s sound straddles moody pop and classic art-rock with confessional, gossip-loving, genre-bending lyrics. Managed by the Camden-based DJ duo the Queens of Noize and backed by a rotating lineup of … Read more
DEVORA, Body Bag Review DEVORA is creating an edgy sound that combines rock, pop, country, goth, and plenty of attitudes that will grab your attention in a style she coins “Outlaw Pop.” A natural-born performer, the singer and songwriter has always had a love for music. In high school, she sang in bands and delved … Read more
Stelle Amor, SOS Review Stelle Amor is a vocalist and songwriter born in Olathe, Kansas, and is on a mission to “serenade the world.” Amor’s blend of alternative pop/rock, soul, jazz, and blues is inspired by Amy Winehouse, Janis Joplin, and Lana Del Rey. She shines brightest on stage, and her live show is a … Read more
The Command Sisters, I Can Do What I Want To Review The Command Sisters are a sibling duet based in Toronto. Charlotte sings and plays keyboards, while Sarah sings background vocals and plays guitar. The Command Sisters have a sound that combines dance beats, pop hooks, and fiery guitar that is all package in popular … Read more