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Challengers

Challengers

With a long and complicated history, tennis players Tashi, Art, and Patrick are caught in a whirlwind of rivalry and revenge.

New Music This Week

St. Vincent expresses the terror and exhilaration of being alive with ferocious, candid songs, Neil Young & Crazy Horse present a 2023 live set that captures a loose and comfortable performance of their proto-grunge album Ragged Glory, and Iron & Wine's new album features playful songs that pack the

Mike Pinder, 1941-2024

The co-founder, keyboard player, and one of the three principal singers of the Moody Blues, Mike Pinder was a very visible presence in early progressive rock circles.

Celebrating the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

Each year, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction process is a heated debate about who should go in and what "Rock & Roll" even means, but the votes have been tallied and here are this year's inductees.

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New Music This Week

Pearl Jam returns with an unexpectedly sleek and streamlined evocation of their 1990s prime, T-Bone Burnett offers his first set of new songs in almost 20 years, and Cloud Nothings' tenth album is packed with surging emotions and melodies with a surprising amount of wisdom and joy.

Dickey Betts, 1943-2024

Following Duane Allman's death, guitarist and songwriter Dickey Betts became co-captain of the Allman Brothers Band with Gregg Allman, leading the group through ups and downs over the decades, all the while establishing the group as the preeminent Southern rock outfit.

Nine Country Artists of Color to Check Out in the Wake of "Cowboy Carter"

In light of the message sent by Beyoncé's recent smash "Cowboy Carter", here is a list of musicians of color who are asserting their rightful share in country music's heritage.

Civil War

Civil War

In Civil War, Writer/Director Alex Garland (Annihilation) paints a picture of the United States if it were plunged into the chaos of Americans taking up arms against other Americans. By doing so from the point of view of photojournalists, the picture becomes a masterpiece of "what if."

New Music This Week

Maggie Rogers' third album is a candid, musically assured statement of her independent spirit, girl in red's set of alt-pop and dance-rock finds the candid lyricist rebounding from mental-health struggles, and Mark Knopfler mixes sentimentality, wit, and warm storytelling.

YACHT's Claire L. Evans on Crafting “Chain Tripping” and Capturing “The Computer Accent”

AllMusic spoke with YACHT vocalist Claire L. Evans about the motivations, challenges, and revelations of integrating AI into their music-making process and a look at the possible future of collaboration.

New Music This Week

Khruangbin returns to their essence on a stripped-down effort, Vampire Weekend's urgent musings on how history happens are some of their most moving and jaw-droppingly audacious music, and José James incorporates slick disco, modern quiet storm, and moving responses to racist killings.

Classical Highlights for March 2024

This month we reviewed classical recordings celebrating the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, including a banjo version by Béla Fleck and an inventive medley by Michael Feinstein and Jean-Yves Thibaudet (pictured) that mixes Gershwin's songs with the Rhapsody.

Editors' Choice for March 2024

In March we discovered an assemblage of simple beauties, gentle freak-outs, and staggering vulnerabilities from Rosali (pictured), a previously lost concert from the great pianist and harpist Alice Coltrane, and a sprawling (and final) double LP from Sum 41.

Louis Gossett Jr. (1936-2024)

How Our Music Affects the Earth

Superstars flying private jets are in the spotlight thanks to those who closely monitor environmental footprints, but less time is devoted to considering how the music industry as a whole plays a role in impacting the environment.

On a Mission from God: The Definitive Story of The Blues Brothers

On a Mission from God: The Definitive Story of The Blues Brothers

In Daniel De Visé's in-depth new book The Blues Brothers - An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic, the author goes to phenomenal lengths to detail not just the making of the film, but goes back to the beginning, detailing the upbringings of the two actors,

On a Mission from God: The Definitive Story of The Blues Brothers

In Daniel De Visé's in-depth new book The Blues Brothers - An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic, the author goes to phenomenal lengths to detail not just the making of the film, but goes back to the beginning, detailing the upbringings of the two actors,

New Music This Week

Justin Timberlake revives some of the 2000s charms that made him a superstar, Air's "Moon Safari" gets the 25th Anniversary treatment featuring demos, live tracks, and remixes, Grammy award-winning singer Ledisi releases her rich tenth album, plus new music from Kacey Musgraves and The Black Crowes.

Love Lies Bleeding

Love Lies Bleeding

Reclusive gym manager Lou falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder headed through town to Las Vegas in pursuit of her dream. But their love ignites violence, pulling them deep into the web of Lou's criminal family.

Indie Folk Artist Mon Rovîa Talks Hope, Inspiration, and Echinacea Tea

AllMusic had the chance to speak with Liberia-born, Chattanooga-based folk musician Mon Rovîa about his most recent single, "Don't Lose a Good Thing," how he holds onto his optimism, and his favorite type of tea.

Kung Fu Panda 4

Kung Fu Panda 4

On the heels of his many adventures, Po rises through the ranks to achieve the level of Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. When a sinister sorceress reawakens all of Po's previous foes, he must then embark on a quest to track down the newest Dragon Warrior and mentor them to help him vanquish

Karl Wallinger, 1957-2024

Dylan-esque singer-songwriter, member of Waterboys in early-1980s, led World Party from 1986 on.

Eric Carmen, 1949-2024

Frontman for power pop heroes the Raspberries and a solo star with a variety of classic pop styles, Carmen was beloved for the hit songs "All By Myself" and "Hungry Eyes."

New Music This Week

Norah Jones' bright, colorful record that places equal weight on mood and melody, Bleachers' comforting and contemplative fourth album ponders the hopes and worries that come with life-changing love, and Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon delivers knife-edged beats and hypnotic character studies that feel lik

Steve Lawrence, 1935-2024

A suave, mature vocalist who followed Sinatra's lead for decades, often as one half of Steve & Eydie with wife Eydie Gorme.

Judas Priest's Ian Hill Discusses New Album, Metal Classics, Hall of Fame Induction

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill spoke with AllMusic shortly before the release of the band's upcoming album Invincible Shield, discussing the record, his picks for favorite and most underrated Priest recordings, and if a 20th studio album is a possibility.

Dune: Part Two

Dune: Part Two

Determined to avenge his family, Paul Atreides joins the Fremen to build a strong war force in preparation for his battle against the Harkonnens. He must navigate the dangerous planet and harness the power of the spice. Fulfilling his destiny as the Kwisatz Haderach, his powers grow, and he becomes

New Music This Week

Yard Act follow up their debut with a wry, chaotic, and infectious record produced by Gorillaz's Remi Kabaka Jr, enigmatic guitarist Julian Lang offers a gorgeously textured and varied set, and Sean Lennon broadens his scope with an album of completely instrumental cosmic jazz and ambient cinema-sca

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Richard Lewis, 1947-2024

Classical Highlights for February 2024

Several albums stood out to our reviewers this month. One of those was a beautiful recital of French orchestral songs by Sandrine Piau (pictured). Also from France, Christophe Rousset lead his ensemble Les Talens Lyriques and impressive star singers in one of Lully's famous operas, Atys.

Drive-Away Dolls

Two best friends have opposite personalities. Jamie is the free spirit of the two, currently regretting another breakup with her latest girlfriend. Meanwhile, Marian is the more demure friend trying to talk some sense into her uninhibited friend. They decide to go on a road trip to Tallahassee on a

Genre Just Ain't What It Used to Be

Sometimes an artist can't be neatly boxed into one genre, and this phenomenon is continually more frequent as time passes. While there have always been artists who blend influences from various parts of the music world, the meaning and influence of genre is rapidly changing.

Madame Web

Cassandra Webb is an average woman living in New York City and working as a paramedic. However, one night, she begins experiencing clairvoyant symptoms that force her to come to terms with her enigmatic past. She then vows to safeguard three young women who have run afoul of a sinister foe.

Tony Orlando Discusses Farewell Tour, Showbiz in the '70s, His Biggest Hits

Orlando spoke with AllMusic a little over one month before what will be his final concert, and was up for discussing such hits as "Tie a Yellow Ribbon" and "Knock Three Times," a famous close friend who died far too young, and how he got involved in radio.

Psychological Sci-Fi

Ten Songs For Valentine's Day Haters

Some people might be feeling down about their single status or a recent breakup, annoyed by the rampant commercialism of a day supposedly dedicated to love, or just in a cynical mood. If any of the above sound like you, you may appreciate this compilation of "anti-Valentine" songs, best enjoyed on F