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Not Vanilla: Disney channel singers

Mathematically, it does not seem possible that every female star on Disney turns out to be a great singer. Read More

Moses Sumney makes hazy debut with ‘Aromanticism’

Instrumentally and lyrically, the onset of "Aromanticism" feels a lot like mist. It unfurls thick and white around you, but when you stick your hand out into it, all you get is air. Read More

Media Matrix: Dylan Marron faces hate

The hateful comments that Dylan receives on his videos are the inspiration behind his podcast. In “Conversations with People Who Hate Me,” Dylan has a discussion with one of his haters, in which they try to better understand each other’s perspectives. Read More

Peak dad rock reached at tribute concert

Don’t get me wrong, all of the performers were wonderful musicians. Yet, I have one major complaint about the concert: The lack of dynamism that I’d expect at a rock concert. Read More

BTS offers up global appeal on ‘Love Yourself: Her’

"Love Yourself" incorporates EDM, pop, and contemporary R&B to create present a mature, multi-genre growth that's reflected not only in the group’s music, but also their image. Read More

You’re right about ‘Mother!’

More than anything, though, “Mother!” is about the ways in which an audience takes ownership of art, rendering the artist obsolete. Read More

Media Matrix: Chasing Cameron

Hi, I’m Cameron Dallas. I’m a social media influencer and the leading member of MagCon. Read More

Rostam exhibits potential on ‘Half Light’

Rostam’s immense talents and ability to draw from a large pool of influences leaves him vulnerable to losing sight of the importance of having foundations to his songs. Read More

‘IT’ delivers, fails to frighten

Originally a novel published by Stephen King, Warner Bros. manages to produce a good film on more than just the writer’s brilliance and a popular storyline. Read More

CT recommends: Dua Lipa

Now 22, Dua Lipa has come out with a shimmery, sometimes sardonic, synth-pop debut album. Read More