The relevant split isn’t rock vs. pop (both are “pop” artists) but expressive vs. functional, always the key distinction in how pop music presents itself. Austerlitz’s article was indeed a hissy fit ...

Sometimes a little you time is what you really need. Maybe it’s a chance to cook yourself dinner, sing in the shower, or walk in the park. And when you’re alone, the music put on during those times on ...

While the 1970s were likely the premier decade for hard rock, the 1990s sure do make a great case. From grunge to alternative to heavy metal and more, the 90s boasted a number of meaningful bands and ...