Remembering the Moments That Jolted Pop Music Last Year
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Remembering the Moments That Jolted Pop Music Last Year

A final look back at some of our favorite characters, trends, lyrics and micro-moments of 2024. Plus: listener mailbag!
Best Albums of 2024: Charli XCX, Mk.gee, MJ Lenderman and More
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Best Albums of 2024: Charli XCX, Mk.gee, MJ Lenderman and More

Charli XCX, Mk.gee and MJ Lenderman top our pop music critics’ lists this year.