

Jon Pareles
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Portishead’s Beth Gibbons Returns Solo, Doleful Yet Determined
With “Lives Outgrown,” her first album of her own songs in 22 years, the pensive voice of the trip-hop group confronts maturity and mortality.

Post Malone Goes Country With Morgan Wallen, and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Raveena, Willow, John Cale and others.

On Andra Day’s ‘Cassandra (Cherith),’ a Soaring Voice Reaches Inward
After playing Billie Holiday onscreen, the singer brings jazz virtuosity to songs of her own.

On Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism,’ Romance Is Everything
The English singer and songwriter’s third album, featuring production from Danny L Harle and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, is nonstop ear candy.

Taylor Swift and Post Malone’s Regretful Duet, and 9 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Arooj Aftab, Cigarettes After Sex, Claire Rousay and others.

Clarence Henry, New Orleans R&B Star Known as the Frogman, Dies at 87
A local hero in his hometown, he was best known for his hit “Ain’t Got No Home,” which showcased the vocal versatility that earned him...

‘Cowboy Carter’ Review: Beyoncé’s Country Is America. Every Bit of It.
On the bold, sprawling “Cowboy Carter,” the superstar plays fast and loose — and twangy — with genre.

Shakira on the Pain Behind Her New Album, ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’
With “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” her first album in seven years, the Colombian superstar said she “transformed pain into productivity.”

Becky G’s Rowdy Obsession and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Willow, Tierra Whack, Willie Nelson and others.

Becky G’s Rowdy Obsession and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Willow, Tierra Whack, Willie Nelson and others.