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REVIEW: Vince Staples deliver powerful and concise narratives in his latest album ‘Dark Times’

Eduardo Ramos • May 29, 2024

On Friday, May 23, 2024, Vince Staples released his sixth and final studio album under the Def Jam record label, after having been signed for over 10 years. Serving as the ending to a journey and the beginning...

REVIEW: Billie Eilish’s new album ‘HIT ME HARD AND SOFT’ explores her desire for an everlasting love

Natalie Smith • May 23, 2024

Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish released her third studio album “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT” on Friday, May 17, 2024. As a follow-up to her previous album, “Happier Than Ever,” and her debut album, “WHEN...

REVIEW: Rapsody’s ‘Please Don’t Cry’ serves emotional introspection into humanity

Eduardo Ramos • May 21, 2024

On Friday, May 17, 2024, Rapsody released her fourth studio album, “Please Don’t Cry.” With over an hour of music and 22 tracks, Rapsody delivers her most vulnerable and personal album to date. The...

REVIEW: After multiple delays, Chief Keef returns with ‘Almighty So 2’

Eduardo Ramos • May 17, 2024

On Friday, May 10, 2024, Chief Keef released his long-awaited album “Almighty So 2,” the sequel to the highly-regarded “Almighty So,” which was released over 10 years ago. Expectations and anticipation...

REVIEW: Lizzy McAlpine’s ‘Older’ explores the challenges of moving on and growing up

Natalie Smith • April 11, 2024

Singer-songwriter Lizzy McAlpine released her third studio album, “Older” on Friday, April 5, 2024. After the success of her single “ceilings” from her second album “five seconds flat,” McAlpine...