New book reveals a different side to Joni Mitchell – hilarious, cutting, and not one to suffer fools
The woman behind the music is funny, outspoken, and impossible to put in a box. Jim Farber speaks to Henry Alford whose new ...
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Watch Glenn Frey Sing “The Song Where It All Began for the Eagles” on the Anniversary of His Death
A video posted by the TikTok account radio_dead shows Glenn Frey enthusiastically performing “Take It Easy,” the Eagles’ lead single from their 1972 eponymous studio debut. A grinning Frey embodies ...
A 100-Year-Old Jazz Legend’s Solo Debut, and 11 More New Songs
Every Friday, pop critics for The New York Times weigh in on the week’s most notable new tracks. Listen to the Playlist on Spotify here (or find our profile: nytimes) and at Apple Music here, and sign ...
Every Michael Jackson Album, Ranked
The sheer scale of Michael Jackson’s fame can sometimes overshadow the music itself. From the moment he danced into America’s ...
Texas singer-songwriter Bruce Robison makes a fresh start 'In the Woods'
Bruce Robison’s reputation and success as a singer-songwriter is impeccable. The country record charts don’t lie. He’s penned huge hits for the Chicks (“Travelin’ Soldier”), George Strait (“Wrapped”) ...
Readers Pick the Songs That Defined Their Year
Hear songs from Ana Moura, the Orlons and Colin Hay that defined 2024 for readers.
Was 1975 the fourth best year ever for albums? From Bob Marley to Patti Smith, how would you vote?
Given how many outstanding albums were released in 1975, how can any respectable music critic claim it was an inferior year ...