Sounds Apart: Future and Jeremih
The musical landscape periodically rearranges itself around bursts of minimalism that privilege rhythm: funk in the late ‘60s, or the first burgeoning of hip-hop in the late ‘80s.
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In Defense of … ‘Popeye’
The much-maligned and under-appreciated 'Popeye' movie from 1980 might be considered a black mark on the late Robert Altman’s legacy and one of the most notorious bombs of all time (sitting firmly among the 'Ishtar's and 'Gigli's of the world), but don't be fooled: This is one of the few comics-to-movie adaptations that actually works beautifully.
Lily Allen Does What She Wants … and We Love Her for It
Lily Allen caused a buzz late last week when it was revealed that her next album would be called 'Sheezus.' Acknowledging that it was a "confident title choice" and a bit of a nod to Kanye West's album 'Yeezus' LP, which dropped last year, it seems like a somewhat bold move considering the video Allen released for the album's first single, 'Hard Out There,' last November.
Your Semi-Comprehensive Guide to What’s Eating Lorde
Lorde makes headlines once or twice a week, and it's almost always because she's pissed about something. This is understandable. She's a super smart, sorta awkward 17-year-old who comes from a weird country (New Zealand), rocks old-lady shoes and Cramps T-shirts and sings startlingly self-aware electro-pop songs about being young and terrified but also kind of hopeful and invigorated.
‘Futureworld’ – A Look Back at the First Movie With 3D CGI
Back in 1973, there was a movie called 'Westworld' about a futuristic amusement park for adults. There was sex. And guns. And there was lots and lots of blood. And if customers had enough cash, they would be shipped to a wild, wild west playland populated by gunslinger robots. It's sorta like 'Fantasy Island,' but with Josh Brolin's dad instead of the impeccably dressed little guy. Of course, things turned bad by the end of the movie. They always do when there are robots around.
Nirvana In the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: What Would Kurt Have Thought?
Even if Kurt Cobain were alive today, we probably wouldn’t have a good grasp on his reaction to Nirvana entering the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Kinks Reunion: How Child Psychology Might Help the Davies Overcome Sibling Rivalry
Before Noel and Liam Gallagher engaged in dramatic public spats during the days of Oasis, many other sibling rockers grabbed headlines for getting in each others' hair and letting grievances and rivalries overshadow their music. Few cases are more famous than that of Ray and Dave Davies of the Kinks.
Sharon Jones Discusses Cancer Fight, Upcoming Tour + New Album ‘Give the People What They Want’
Sharon Jones is ready for a fresh start in 2014. Heaven knows she deserves one, after the year she had in 2013.
Guest Blog: Wise Girl Singer Abby Weitz Recalls a Weight-Loss Cleanse Gone Horribly Wrong
Take our advice: Don't take dieting advice from Abby Weitz.
Why My Bloody Valentine Had the Year Obama Wishes He Did
Earlier this year, a website went live promising to fulfill a long-standing public need and ease the suffering of millions. The rollout followed decades of "should they or shouldn't they?" debate, and smart, reasonable, well-intentioned people -- as well as complete and total crazies -- on both sides of the issue had made valid points about this highly divisive product finally being offered to the masses.