How Kendrick Lamar Became the Voice of a Generation How Kendrick Lamar Became the Voice of a Generation
A conversation with Marcus J. Moore about his cultural biography of Lamar and the L.A. rapper’s impact on Black America.
Sep 30, 2020 / Q&A / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
Clairo’s Bedroom Pop Takes Over the World Clairo’s Bedroom Pop Takes Over the World
Distilling heartbreak into hits, her debut album shows the YouTube sensation is a true star.
Aug 21, 2019 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
This Indie Band Has Beyoncé’s Seal of Approval This Indie Band Has Beyoncé’s Seal of Approval
Folk rock group Florist’s poetic new LP, Emily Alone, is quietly showstopping.
Jul 31, 2019 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
Jamila Woods’s Neo-Soul Captures the Power of Black Pride Jamila Woods’s Neo-Soul Captures the Power of Black Pride
The Chicago singer and poet’s new album, Legacy! Legacy!, offers a path to self-empowerment through the history of African-American culture and creativity.
May 9, 2019 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
Is This the Best Rock Album of 2019? Is This the Best Rock Album of 2019?
Girlpool’s What Chaos Is Imaginary is a veritable indie-rock dream world.
Feb 15, 2019 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
‘Maid’ Offers a Striking Portrait of Single-Working-Motherhood ‘Maid’ Offers a Striking Portrait of Single-Working-Motherhood
Stephanie Land’s memoir is an intimate look at the day-to-day reality of poverty in the United States.
Jan 31, 2019 / Books & the Arts / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
Black Feminist Punks to the Front Black Feminist Punks to the Front
On their debut album, London’s Big Joanie pay tribute to black sisterhood.
Jan 15, 2019 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot
Jenny Hval’s Queer Eden Jenny Hval’s Queer Eden
In her debut novel, Paradise Rot, the Norwegian musician plays with themes that run throughout her rewarding discography.
Nov 14, 2018 / Ann-Derrick Gaillot