Almost a year before the COVID-19 outbreak, the release of Titanic Rising foreshadowed themes of irreversible change and doom. But upon further listen, Weyes Blood’s real triumph is her capacity to offer a stern yet considerate critique on humanity’s hand in upending their own home.
Read MoreBright Future depicts Adrianne Lenker at a new level of vulnerability. With stripped instrumentals and more simplistic lyrics, she demands for her tender introspections about love and vastness to be heard.
Read More“Maestro” stuns with dazzling cinematography, but its rich, colorful shots may represent all the film has to offer. Bradley Cooper’s picture had the power to demystify classical music and introduce its deep history to a new generation, but instead it leaves viewers with a burning question: So what?
Read MoreAt the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left a lasting impression on our ears. This month is Black History Month, and we’re highlighting new releases from Black artists.
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