Culture Music Reviews: Taylor Swift’s “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” A Pop Classic Re-Recorded to Diminishing Returns The recent re-release of Taylor Swift’s iconic album “1989,” titled “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” serves as both a reminder of the album’s untouchable greatness and a testament to the challenges of recreating a pop classic. The original “1989” was released in […]
Album Review: Post Malone props up ‘Austin‘ with shining singles, some filler By Matthew Simons July 28, 2023 Post Malone, the tattooed rapper and singer, has solidified his place as one of the most important names in contemporary pop. With his unique blend of melodic rap, catchy pop hooks, and vibrato-laden vocals, he has shattered […]
Rita Ora: You & I Album Review – All Purpose Pop Lacks Personal Touch In a world saturated with pop music, it can be difficult for artists to distinguish themselves and create work that truly stands out. Rita Ora, the Kosovo-born singer, has certainly made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, with her […]
Taylor Swift Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) Review: A Powerful Act of Reclamation Introduction Taylor Swift is no stranger to rewriting history. With her latest album, Speak Now (Taylor’s Version), she continues her journey of reclaiming control over her music and legacy. Moving away from the formula set by her previous re-recordings, Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and […]
Christine and the Queens’ “Paranoia, Angels, True Love”: A Masterpiece of Grief-Stricken Artistry Christine and the Queens, the French artist whose real name is Héloïse Letissier, has released their fourth album, “Paranoia, Angels, True Love,” and it is an extraordinary work of experimental pop. Letissier has been on a rocky path to self-realization, which was […]