2023

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Review: The National – Laugh Track

The National’s second full-length album of 2023 emphasizes both the strengths and the weaknesses of its predecessor.
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Review: Alan Palomo – World of Hassle

World of Hassle takes a half-step away from the sounds that made Palomo famous with Neon Indian, cautiously exploring an all-new style.
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Review: The Hives – The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons

The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons sounds straight from the 2000s garage rock revival, and is all the better for it.
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Review: Grian Chatten – Chaos for the Fly

The solo debut by Fontaines D.C.’s lead singer satisfies, showing off his unexpected musical sides.
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Review: Sigur Rós – Átta

Sigur Rós’ eighth album Átta is full of individual majesty that becomes cumbersome as a whole.
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Review: The National – First Two Pages of Frankenstein

Despite its star-studded roster, the National’s ninth album shines brightest on its guest-free tracks.
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Review: The New Pornographers – Continue as a Guest

Continue as a Guest dials back the New Pornographers’ signature hooks in favor of less-gratifying subtlety.
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Review: Belle and Sebastian – Late Developers

Belle and Sebastian's 12th studio album stands out for its cohesion as an upbeat, pop-forward release with nary a slow song in sight.
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