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97 Words: “red flag collector” by Kelly Clarkson

June 9, 2023

In 97 Words·Kelly Clarkson·Music·Reviews

Ever-proud Texan Kelly Clarkson takes us through the Wild Wild West en route to post-divorce “high road livin'” on the latest offering from “chemistry.” Of the five songs released so far, “red flag collector” by far has the most sting. Where last week’s “i hate love” was bittersweet, “red flag collector” is triumphantly bitter. Sprinkled with just enough “yeehaw”-inducing musical

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Kelly Clarkson’s Journey From “You” to “me”

Amid increasing suspense, layer upon layer – voice, organ, and then strings, Kelly Clarkson proclaims, “I’m always pleasing someone, honestly, now I’m done,” as her voice itself is stacked into a one-woman choir. Turns out, she’d actually been waiting a lifetime for a moment like this. Kelly Clarkson’s new single

97 Words: Kelly Clarkson’s “favorite kind of high”

Cascading guitar licks, thumping bass, pounding percussion and rousing runs— these are

Review: Janet Jackson’s ‘Unbreakable’ is subtle yet genius

In May, we asked the question “is Janet Jackson readying a modern-day

The 19 “97” Albums of 2016

December 31, 2016

Featured·In Depth·Music·Now

We’re sure everyone can agree that 2016 was not kind to many of our musical legends. However, we hope that everyone can also agree that 2016 did in fact bring us some great music. Whether your thing is Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, or something else, the music world delivered several albums

The 19 “97” Singles of 2016

December 31, 2016

Featured·In Depth·Music·Now·Playlists

2016 year saw the return of heavy hitting Pop icons, like Britney and Beyoncé, those who had been away far too long, like JoJo and Solange, and the new generation of hitmakers, such as The Weeknd, Bruno Mars and Rihanna. Of course, there wasn’t a shortage of worthy fresh talent either, such as ZAYN,

Album Review: The Weeknd is a motherf*ckin’ “Starboy”

December 11, 2016

Music·Now·Reviews

After being launched into the Pop and international stratosphere with his last album and hits such as “Earned It” and “Can’t Feel My Face,” The Weeknd sure didn’t rest on his laurels. 2016 came, Abel cut the pineapple off his hairdo and he launched his new album campaign with the

VH1 Divas Holiday: Unsilent Night Destroyed the VH1 Divas brand.

December 3, 2016

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THE 97’s Andrew and Vincent were in attendance for the taping of VH1 Divas Holiday: Unsilent Night, and, well, they have a lot of feelings about what they witnessed. Together, they compiled their thoughts in preparation for what you will (and won’t) witness Monday night on Vh1. Due to a series of unfortunate

Vanessa Williams Still Has “The Right Stuff” At Rahway, NJ Show

November 26, 2016

Music·Reviews

The Opportunity I never thought I’d have the chance to see Vanessa Williams live in concert. I’m a 20 year-strong Vanessa Williams fan, starting with her Christmas album Star Bright, and my favorite Christmas film A Diva’s Christmas Carol. For years I’ve yearned to see her perform live. When she took on

Alicia Keys’ HERE is a progressive return to form

November 21, 2016

Music·Now·Reviews

Alicia Keys: Lost A new Alicia Keys album? My excitement is minimal, since her live performances of late and two latest releases (Girl On Fire and The Element Of Freedom) are a far cry from her debut trio As I Am, The Diary of Alicia Keys, and Songs In A Minor. The initial launch

Single Review: Fergie Reminds The World That “Life Goes On”

November 11, 2016

Music·Reviews

Earlier this week Fergie touted something was in the very near future. Something that was ready for release on 11/11. What wasn’t known then, was if it was a new single, music video, or her entire forthcoming anticipated album! Turns out it was a single, titled “Life Goes On,” strategically

Meet “Joanne:” Lady Gaga’s most honest album to date

October 29, 2016

Music·Now·Reviews

“My name is Lady Gaga, tonight if you could just call me Joanne..” It’s with this premise that Lady Gaga introduces one of the songs off her new album during her Dive Bar Tour to promote the record. Stripped of the costumes and antics, Gaga, whose middle name is Joanne,

Album Review: Solange Delves Into The Bible of Black Experience To Bring Us A Seat At The Table

October 7, 2016

Featured·In Depth·Music·Reviews

“If you don’t understand my record, then you don’t understand me, and this is not for you.” – Master P. I stand before you willingly and ashamedly admitting that I have sinned. I have been sleeping on Solange Piaget Knowles. I’ve been in a deep, ugly, damn near

97 Words: Years & Years “Meteorite”

September 18, 2016

In 97 Words·Music·Now·Reviews

For their first new musical offering of 2016, Years & Years take off with “Meteorite”. Featured on the soundtrack to Bridget Jones’ Baby, the track opens with starry synths and highlights the band’s signature electro-pop sound, but is enhanced with several nods to disco. It’s complimented, as always, by Olly Alexander’s

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97 Words: “red flag collector” by Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson’s Journey From “You” to “me”

97 Words: Kelly Clarkson’s “favorite kind of high”

Review: Janet Jackson’s ‘Unbreakable’ is subtle yet genius

The 19 “97” Albums of 2016

The 19 “97” Singles of 2016

Album Review: The Weeknd is a motherf*ckin’ “Starboy”

VH1 Divas Holiday: Unsilent Night Destroyed the VH1 Divas brand.

Vanessa Williams Still Has “The Right Stuff” At Rahway, NJ Show

Alicia Keys’ HERE is a progressive return to form

Single Review: Fergie Reminds The World That “Life Goes On”

Meet “Joanne:” Lady Gaga’s most honest album to date

Album Review: Solange Delves Into The Bible of Black Experience To Bring Us A Seat At The Table

97 Words: Years & Years “Meteorite”

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