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: 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.
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.
Measure for measure: Loving and letting go with Carly Rae Jepsen and King Princess
To answer difficult questions of loving and letting go, music columnist Becky Zhang PO ’22.5 recommends King Princess and Carly Rae Jepsen’s recent albums.
Measure for measure: Wolf Alice and the craft of a great cover
Song covers often fall flat, but Wolf Alice has figured out how to put the right amount of spin on classics, writes music columnist Becky Zhang PO ‘22.5.
Breathe Out, Tune In: Spiraling while the açai melts into soup
For the next time you’re waiting in an unbearably long dining hall line, music columnist Hannah Weaver SC ’24 has you covered.
Selected ambient works: Mitski’s equally strange and elegant stage presence elevates her artistry
Mitski’s thoughtful, passionate artistry in her March 3 performance far surpassed the expectations of music columnist Nicholas Black PO ’24.
Selected ambient works: Dream-pop legends Beach House deliver on ‘Once Twice Melody’
“One Twice Melody” exemplifies the brilliance of Beach House by blending experimentation and consistency, writes music columnist Nicholas Black PO ’24.
Selected ambient works: Black indie artists deserve our attention
As the streaming era of music emerges, Black indie artists are finally getting the recognition they deserve, argues music columnist Nick Black PO ’24.
‘Sex Education’ season three soundtrack mixes the new and nostalgic
The season 3 soundtrack of “Sex Education” smoothly blends the retro and modern feels of the show, writes Barbara Norton PO ’25.