Jon Pareles
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The Enduring Simplicity of Galaxie 500
The pioneering 1980s dream-pop band has now unveiled its entire studio catalog, mistakes and all.
Michael Kiwanuka Makes the Simple Profound on ‘Small Changes’
The English songwriter will follow up his Mercury Prize-winning 2019 LP with his fourth album, “Small Changes,” in November.
Sergio Mendes: 10 Essential Songs
The bandleader and musician, who died on Thursday at 83, was a bridge from Brazilian music to the world — and back.
Sabrina Carpenter Is Sly and Merciless on ‘Short n’ Sweet’
The pop singer and songwriter’s new album, “Short n’ Sweet,” lives up to her ubiquitous summer hits.
Gloriously Noisy Latinas Are Coming to Lincoln Center
The free Ruidosa Fest is a showcase for innovative female musicians that has injected its founder “with a lot of energy and love and connection.”
Niki’s Early Music Makes Her Cringe. Her Emotional Pop Is Growing Up.
The musician, 25, has paired raw honesty with synth-pop and R&B. On her third album, “Buzz,” she moves toward West Coast folk-rock and explores fresh...
Katy Perry’s ‘World’ of Mixed Signals, and 11 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Bright Eyes, Johnny Blue Skies (a.k.a. Sturgill Simpson), Magdalena Bay and others.
Omar Apollo’s ‘God Said No’ Is an Exquisite Recap of Heartache
His second album, “God Said No,” delves into a breakup with all its complications, transformed into pensive alt-R&B.
Towa Bird’s Bouncy Revenge Rock, and 10 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Camila Cabello, Wilco, Xavi and others.
James Chance, No Wave and Punk-Funk Pioneer, Dies at 71
With the Contortions and James White and the Blacks, the songwriter and saxophonist set out to challenge musicians and stir up audiences.