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August 4, 2017

09:22

Randy Newman Takes A Victory Lap On 'Dark Matter'

Newman mixes cynicism and romanticism on his first studio album of new material since 2008. Rock critic Ken Tucker says Dark Matter offers a fresh recording of songs both new and old.

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July 24, 2017

06:58

Good Music Is The Best Revenge On Waxahatchee's 'Out In The Storm'

Katie Crutchfield, who performs under the name Waxahatchee, releases energy and emotion with pinpoint precision on her new album. Critic Ken Tucker has a review.

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July 6, 2017

06:35

Jens Lekman Infuses Love Songs With Transporting Metaphors On 'Life Will See You Now'

The Swedish singer-songwriter's new album owes more to pop, disco and hip-hop than it does to rock or folk. Critic Ken Tucker says Life Will See You Now is marked by a "transporting loveliness."

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Randy Newman Takes A Victory Lap On 'Dark Matter'

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Jens Lekman Infuses Love Songs With Transporting Metaphors On 'Life Will See You Now'

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