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From Kendrick Lamar's triumphant diss track to Billie Eilish's groovy bedroom pop, from Chappell Roan's 80s-inspired queer anthem to Zach Bryan's masterclass in storytelling.
From Troye Sivan's electrifying rush to SZA's smoldering defiance, from Billie Eilish's introspective Barbie ballad to boygenius' vulnerable comeback.
From Steve Lacy’s viral bedroom pop hit to JID and Kenny Mason’s infectious trap duet to Zach Bryan’s poetic country heartbreak.
Plus, Stereolab pick up right where they left off. Model/Actriz takes punk to Queer, uncharted territory.
Plus, the unexpected rise of Addison Rae, pop star. Adrianne Lenker invites you to stay a while.
Plus, Car Seat Headrest is making the next great rock opera. Jane Remover’s hat trick, and it’s only April.
Plus, Weatherday unleashes the hornets. Little Simz cuts through the noise.
Plus, was Playboi Carti's album worth the 5-year wait? Black Country, New Road chart a new course.
Plus, McKinley Dixon's short and sweet return. Ichiko Aoba and the sound of the sea.
Plus, can LISA break free of BLACKPINK? Jane Remover and their indie rock alter ego.
Plus, FKA Twigs dances into new territory. Deafheaven are ferocious again.
Plus, Mac Miller from beyond. SPELLLING's latest enchantment, rock.
Plus, Elucid and hip hop's new frontier. Jane Remover rings in the new year with chaos.
Benson Boone’s obnoxious hit, Ka’s final testament as Brooklyn’s prophet, and Armand Hammer, hip-hop’s reflective duo.
