His second album, “God Said No,” delves into a breakup with all its complications, transformed into pensive alt-R&B.

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With the Contortions and James White and the Blacks, the songwriter and saxophonist set out to challenge musicians and stir up audiences.

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“Gemelo” is a largely electronic exploration of all kinds of dualities: “With any music I make from now on, I’m going to be writing in...

“Hit Me Hard and Soft,” her third album, is both concise and far-reaching.

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.

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After playing Billie Holiday onscreen, the singer brings jazz virtuosity to songs of her own.

The English singer and songwriter’s third album, featuring production from Danny L Harle and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, is nonstop ear candy.