Nearly every question directed at Díaz involved writing or art, and the author had a lot to say on both topics. “We’re not here to make friends,” he said, referring to the role of writers.
Four and a half years following their critically-acclaimed sophomore album “Celebration Rock,” Japandroids finally returned with “Near to the Wild Heart of Life,” once again proving they are one of the most underappreciated groups in the industry.
“Hallelujah Money” — released Jan. 19 — is the first official release from the band in over six years and features Albarn collaborating extensively with British poet and musician Benjamin Clementine.
“Not Even Happiness,” Julie Byrne’s second album, presents the artist’s sound as a blend of Enya, Bon Iver and Annie Lennox.
Lucas Till deserves credit for leaving it all on the field, and in “Monster Trucks,” he really tries his hardest.
Over the course of a 33-year career, The Flaming Lips have always presented a solid psychedelic rock sound.
“This show will wreck your evening, your whole life and your day. Every single episode is nothing but dismay,” Neil Patrick Harris sings in the opening credits of “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” one of the latest original series from Netflix.
On his latest album, Bonobo has refined his personal style of songwriting to its sharpest form yet.
“I See You” combines Jamie’s expansive range of music making with Croft and Sim’s signature subtle sound, making the album simultaneously true to The xx’s roots but also more eclectic in nature.
“La La Land,” a modern-day romantic musical, serves as an homage to classic Hollywood and the dreamers seduced by that ideal.
Shortly before Christmas Eve, rap group Run the Jewels announced the release of their third album, “Run the Jewels 3.”
“Sing,” a star-studded animated film about melodious animals, showcases a fresh take on the classic underdog story.
2016 has been one wild year. But one safe and reliable haven remains — the television landscape.
Artists Chance the Rapper and Jeremih surprised the world with a collaborative Christmas mixtape Dec. 22.
“Scream Queens” was never the apex of clever humor, but the second season reached a new low.
Scott Mescudi, known as Kid Cudi, has long been one of music’s most polarizing figures.
“Passengers” has all the elements of a fresh, inquisitive take on the exhausted science-fiction genre.
“Rogue One,” which bridges the gap between Episodes III and IV, returns to the familiar Rebel Alliance’s fight against the Empire.
In a year as dense in musical releases as 2016 has been, it can be easy to unintentionally overlook smaller albums.
“Double platinum with no features” is a mantra many loyal followers of Jermaine Cole have repeated when boasting on behalf of the rapper and his critically-acclaimed third studio album “2014 Forest Hills Drive.”
