The indie-pop star's mainstream debut is largely predictable but occasionally offers striking surprises.
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Feature: Rising Star Dasha doesn’t need to be “Nervous” on stellar new single
The budding young songstress is back with more of her glossy and impressively keen Indie Pop.
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Vocal Range and Profile: Whitney Houston (Updated 2021)
An analysis of Whitney Houston's vocal range, technique, and profile. "Her knowledge of vocal pedagogy and passion for her craft is difficult to overstate."
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Album Review: Rostam’s introspective ‘Changephobia’
Rostam's third studio album is one at the end yet not past conflict. Nevertheless, it is still a charming and fulfilling listen.
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Album Review: Japanese Breakfast aspires to be happy on ‘Jubilee’
The indie rocker's third record is a good record from a band within an inch of greatness.
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The 15 Best Songs of 2021… so far
With 2021 about halfway through, there's no better time than the present to take a look at the treasures the year has gifted us so far. Here are our (unranked) picks for the best songs of the year.... so far.
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Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo is ‘Sour’ on her milquetoast debut album
The Pop phenom's half-baked debut doesn't give enough insight into who she is as an artist.
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Vocal Range and Voice Profile: St. Vincent (Annie Clark)
An analysis of Annie Clark (St. Vincent)'s vocal range, technique, and profile. "A dramatic performer and artist, St. Vincent stretches and bends her voice to match her typically distorted instrumentation."
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Album Review: St. Vincent reinvents herself yet again with ‘Daddy’s Home’
The 38-year old "Daddy" commands attention even through her vulnerability, adding yet another layer to her multi-dimensional discography.
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Single Review: Bexx isn’t so “Hard To Love” on her debut single
Supported by a great production, Bexx reintroduces herself with an exhilarating 80s inspired performance.
