Almost any criticism for a pop song can be annihilated via the hook, and Perry is a champion of choruses
Review
The Avett Brothers’ Slick but Charming New Album
Their latest, ‘Magpie and the Dandelion,’ continues that upward, if complacent trajectory
Has Paul McCartney Been Holding Back?
At 71, Paul McCartney hasn’t changed his tune, despite calling his latest and 16th studio album ‘New’
Of Montreal Breaks Genre Barriers on New Album
‘Lousy with Sylvianbriar’ is fully aware of its own artistic ambitions
Sleigh Bells: Good Band, Not So Good New Album
The duo’s ‘Bitter Rivals’ leaves a bitter taste
Justin Timberlake Overreaches on His 20/20 Follow-Up
It’s like he forgot the lessons learned from his first ‘Experience’
Yes, Nirvana’s Final Studio Album Just Turned 20
For its birthday, it got a reissue
Can Icona Pop Do More Than That One Hit Single?
If yes, will you love it more than “I Love It”?
Drake Wrestles His Insecurities on New Album Nothing Was the Same
The artist has a lot riding on his newest album
Goldfrapp’s Impressive New Album: Tales Of Us
The band’s new record is by far their most intimate and lavish recording to date
MGMT’s Self-Titled New Album: Big Promises, Little Results
The band tries to stay away from preconceptions but goes too far
The Shining Pop Future of Janelle Monáe’s The Electric Lady
Monáe continues to climb the pop ranks, with relatively little fanfare about the fact that she’s singing about androids
The Worse Things Get…: Neko Case’s Cathartic New Album
The songstress’ new work floats between melodic rock, folk, and country