You may recognize Leith Ross’s angelic voice from their timid TikTok teases, but their skilled lyricism and ability to tackle difficult topics sets them apart from other Gen Z wordsmiths, argues music columnist Abbie Bobeck.
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Review Zone: Davido’s new album is a ‘Timeless’ classic
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido’s new album is as “Timeless” as its title, writes columnist Rowan Gray.
Good Noise: Beware ye that are fearful, JPEGMAFIA and Danny Brown’s new album is ‘Scaring the Hoes’
Sometimes I want an album to envelop me like a warm hug, but the more I listen to music, the more I find myself wishing I could fill a syringe with concentrated noise and inject it straight into my amygdala. “Scaring the Hoes” satisfies the latter urge and then some.
Abbie On Aux: boygenius’ ‘The Record’ is a testament to the love the group members share
Supergroup boygenius –– consisting of Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus –– recently released their first full-length LP. TSL music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ‘26 explores this new release.
Abbie On Aux: The palpable chemistry behind Daisy Jones & The Six’s ‘Aurora’
Amazon Studios recently adapted the popular novel “Daisy Jones & The Six” into a TV series, accompanied by a debut record, “Aurora.” The onscreen chemistry and cast performances make “Aurora” into a better record, argues music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ’26.
Review Zone: Paramore goes ethereal with new album ‘This is Why’
American rock band Paramore recently released their new album, “This is Why.” This is why, according to music columnist Rowan Gray CM ‘26, the album is so good.
Abbie on Aux: The cathartic art of visual albums
Country singer Kelsea Ballerini recently released a short film to accompany her new EP, lending itself to a growing list of impactful visual albums in recent years. The visual components of albums elevate their artistry, argues music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ’26.
Review Zone: Donny Hathaway’s ‘Extension of a Man’
Donny Hathaway is an often underlooked artist despite his exceptional talent and undeniable influence, argues music columnist Rowan Gray CM ’26.
Abbie on Aux: Rihanna’s surprise pregnancy announcement and ‘Less is more’ Super Bowl halftime show
Rihanna shocked everyone with a pregnancy announcement during her super bowl halftime performance, but that wasn’t the only part of the show that shocked music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ’26.
Review Zone: Lil Yachty’s risk pays off with new album ‘Let’s Start Here.’
Lil Yachty is moving to the big leagues. With a new, inter-genre album, the music artist is redefining his reputation, argues music columnist Rowan Gray CM ’26.