2018
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Come Over When You’re Sober, Pt. 2 features more dynamic vocal performances and a more diverse instrumental palette than its predecessor, but is still let down by shallow songwriting and bland production.
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Anti-folk vet Jeffrey Lewis delivers wild and passionate renditions of songs from one of New York’s most underappreciated musical figures.
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Mark Kozelek’s latest endeavor follows his jet-lagged excursions through Europe, but his narratives often overpower the music.
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Not All Heroes Wear Capes is a pretty cohesive listen for a producer-guided album, but it’s not fire from front to back.
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Takeoff’s solo debut does virtually nothing to stand out in the current trap rap wave.
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Though Curren$y and Freddie Gibbs manage to bring out the best in each other and The Alchemist comes through with some classy production, it’s hard not to attribute Fetti‘s success in part to its brevity.
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Poppy and her collaborators have gotten a lot better at working her persona into her music and crafting creative pop songs since last year’s Poppy.Computer.
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Rosalía makes a fantastic transition into modern pop aesthetics without sacrificing her flamenco roots.
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FM!‘s fun concept begs for a longer runtime, but even at 22 minutes the project has plenty to offer with its quality beats, flows, hooks, and lyrics.
