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Album Review: Pianist Sharon Niessen — A Journey Through Romanticism

Pianist Sharon Niessen's latest live recital album presents a selection of Romantic masterworks that showcase her flawless technique and deep musical understanding. With a program featuring pieces from Schumann, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and Debussy, Niessen takes listeners on a captivating journey through the rich emotional landscapes of these iconic composers.
Katy Perry Took the VMAs by Storm – Here's Why Her Performance Stood Out

Katy Perry's VMA performance was a highlight, as she delivered an electrifying medley of hits that had the audience on their feet. Fans praised her enduring star power, cementing her status as a deserving Video Vanguard Award recipient.
Music Crimes: What's Worse, Zac Brown's Love Life or This 2019 Forgotten Tune?

Country hitmaker Zac Brown is currently in the midst of a contentious divorce. Perhaps a look at a hiiarious out-of-pocket music video he released several years ago might help lighten the mood?
Billie Eilish Matures With Explosive 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' Album

Billie Eilish gave New York City a first listen to her new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, last night at an exclusive listening event at the Barclays Center. As the "Ocean Eyes" singer pressed play, listeners were submerged into a laser-filled sonic feast, with all ten tracks of the record blasting through the venue's sound system.
'The Voice's' Chance the Rapper Has No Chance: Coach Loses Entire Team on Mass Elimination Night

He once seemed like the one to beat, but now Chance will be the only coach sitting out next week, with no singers representing him in the Season 25 finals.
Ice Spice Drops Trappy, Snappy 'Gimmie a Light'

Ice Spice has released a new single, 'Gimmie a Light.' Ice Spice has returned with a fun, trappy new single, "Gimmie a Light. " The track's title speaks to passing someone a lighter while smoking weed together.
Megan Thee Stallion Returns with Fiery New Single 'BOA'

Megan Thee Stallion has released the third track in her new snake-y new series of singles. Megan Thee Stallion has released the third track in her new snake-y new series of singles.
Taylor Swift Serves Up Double the Heartbreak in Brilliantly Messy New Album

At its best, Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," finds her tapping into some sonic highs of her career. At its worst, the album is uninteresting and long, getting too lost in its own meaning to push the momentum forward.
Future and Metro Boomin' 'Still Don't Trust You' on Striking Follow-up Album

Future and Metro Boomin' bring the heat again on a 25-track new LP. "We still don't trust you," murmurs Future on the homonymous track of We Still Don't Trust You, a collaborative effort with producer Metro Boomin'.
Olivia Rodrigo Spills Her ‘GUTS’ at Triumphant 4-Night Run in New York City

Olivia Rodrigo closed out her four-night run at Madison Square Garden with a powerhouse performance, commanding the stage with hits like "Driver's License" and "Vampire." Throughout the New York City shows, she was joined by Noah Kahan and Jewel.
Doja Cat Offers More of the Same ‘Scarlet’ With Underwhelming New Deluxe Release

Doja Cat's "Scarlet II: Claude Frollo" expands on her September LP with seven new tracks. Each new addition finds the Grammy-winner leaning back on her usual antics, mkaing songs like "PISS" and "HEADHIGH" an underwhelming followup to what was previously an interesting entry to her catalog.
Sleater-Kinney Proves Riot Grrls Can Evolve With Integrity Intact at L.A. Show

Over the years the duo has evolved beyond that sound and scene. As Sleater-Kinney, Corin Tucker and Carrie Brownstein were among the leading lights of the Olympia, Wash.