Here’s a quick look at half a dozen new EPs and full-length albums from artists you might not have heard of. They all merit a listen, and at least a few of them deserve standing ovations.
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Music Review: Karen LeFrak, ‘Interlude, Vol. 1: Harmony’ (Performed by Pianist Doeke)
The first volume, 'Harmony,' in composer Karen LeFrak's new four-album solo piano project 'Interlude' is out now on Naxos. These solo piano pieces are crafted to produce a state of engaged relaxation.
Read More »SXSW Music Festival 2021: Tuesday, March 16
Walt Disco and Jealous were among the highlights on the first night of SXSW Music Festival 2021 on March 16.
Read More »SXSW Music Festival 2021: Preview (March 16-20)
SXSW Music Festival 2021 features over 280 artists via unique online music showcases from March 16-20, 2021.
Read More »Exclusive Interview: Composer Karen LeFrak on New Album ‘Interlude, Vol. 1: Harmony’
Composer Karen LeFrak talks about her new four-album solo piano project 'Interlude.' 'During the pandemic,' she says, 'my creative energy has really had a chance to grow.' The first volume, 'Harmony,' has just been released.
Read More »Music Reviews: New Treasures from Bob Dylan’s Vaults, Plus More Notable Releases
A new collection serves up previously unreleased Bob Dylan material from 1970. Plus, New Moon Jelly Roll Freedom Rockers, Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno, and 3 Pairs of Boots.
Read More »Exclusive Interview: Maestro David Stern on Opera Fuoco’s ‘Figaro in the City’ and Palm Beach Opera’s Live-Audience Return
The conductor spoke with us about reimagining opera for a young video-obsessed generation, and about the challenges and rewards of staging live opera with an audience during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read More »Music Review: Will Liverman and Paul Sánchez: ‘Dreams of a New Day: Songs by Black Composers’
Baritone Will Liverman superbly sings art songs by Black composers spanning most of the 20th century on 'Dreams of a New Day.'
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliche’
'Poly Styrene: I'm A Cliché' is a heartbreaking and empowering film telling the story of one of the great figures of British punk.
Read More »Music Reviews: The Band’s ‘Stage Fright’ Expanded, Plus Sara Petite, Domenic Cicala, and the Red Step
The Band's third album reappears in a 50th anniversary edition that includes a 1971 concert and surround-sound audio.
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