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97 Words: “red flag collector” by Kelly Clarkson

June 9, 2023

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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

Review: Ever “Fearless,” Michelle Williams shines with new single

December 7, 2018

Music·Now·Reviews

Michelle Williams had quite the year, and as it comes to a close she is letting fans know that her creative juices are flowing once more. With her unscripted television series Chad Loves Michelle on the OWN Network, a starring role in Broadway’s Once on This Island, and new single “Fearless,” Michelle Williams is

Album review – Rita Ora: the Rise of a “Phoenix”

November 27, 2018

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It’s always cool when the title of a record matches whatever is going on with the life or career of the artist who’s releasing it. This is true of Rita Ora’s second album, Phoenix. The Pristina-born English singer just released her second album after rising from the ashes of a

Mariah Carey commands respect on ‘Caution’

November 22, 2018

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Proceed with Caution Mariah Carey has HAD IT, and she’s making it crystal clear before even one listen to her fifteenth studio album, aptly titled, Caution. Returning to a tradition of early albums, Caution clocks in at just 10 tracks, but what it lacks in length it makes up for

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Single Review: “Another Night” Transforms With Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra & Anastacia

October 8, 2018

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Up until about a week ago, Alex Christensen and The Berlin Orchestra were names I did not know. Now, they’ve been on repeat for the better part of the weekend. They’re currently working on their second series of recordings that put an orchestral spin on 90’s dance classics. Their latest

Single Review: Janet Jackson’s comeback is “Made For Now”

August 21, 2018

Janet Jackson·Music·Now·Reviews

It has been 10 years since Janet Jackson has had a successful single. Her last was 2008’s “Feedback,” and even getting to its #19 peak was a long road. The 2004 Super Bowl wardrobe malfunction rendered Janet taboo to radio and television outlets, and she’s struggled to be accepted ever

Album Review: On Queen, Nicki Minaj Dethrones Herself

August 18, 2018

Music·Now·Reviews

Nicki Minaj might be the Donald Trump of rap. She’s overly concerned with her position, her numbers, asserting her superiority, erasing those she dislikes from the past, and attempting to do the same for followers. It’s gotten to the point where she’s so insecure that detractors can expect physical threats

Album Review: Boy In Jeans by Ryan Beatty

July 30, 2018

Mariah Carey·Music·Now·Reviews

“It Starts Right Now.” That’s what Ryan Beatty declares on “Haircut”, the opening track of his debut album Boy In Jeans. It’s an autobiographical take on his journey so far. That’s the best way to describe his career so far: A journey. When Beatty broke onto the scene in 2011, he

Concert Review: Janelle Monáe claims her throne at The Anthem

July 22, 2018

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The ArchAndroid I have followed Janelle Monáe since the release of her debut album The ArchAndroid. I guess you could say I was a casual fan at first; I bought the album and enjoyed it, but it ended there. I didn’t invest in learning too much about her. Then, Electric Lady came and

Concert Review: Shania Twain Impresses Much At Barclays Center

July 17, 2018

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The Return of Shania Twain Things have changed significantly in Shania Twain’s life between 2002’s Up! and 2017’s Now. The abridged version: motherhood, infidelity, divorce, remarriage, and paralyzing vocal issues. Despite the odds, Shania Twain remains resilient. 2017’s Now failed to ignite the same spark as previous albums, but that’s not

Concert Reviews: Liam Payne & Harry Styles Go In Different Directions

June 23, 2018

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New York- Comparison is the thief of joy. Catching headlining performances from two former member of One Direction within 48 hours of one another can only bring joy-thieving comparison. On Wednesday, Liam Payne performed his first headlining show at the Beacon Theater. On Friday, Harry Styles performed for a second

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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

Review: Ever “Fearless,” Michelle Williams shines with new single

Album review – Rita Ora: the Rise of a “Phoenix”

Mariah Carey commands respect on ‘Caution’

Single Review: “Another Night” Transforms With Alex Christensen & The Berlin Orchestra & Anastacia

Single Review: Janet Jackson’s comeback is “Made For Now”

Album Review: On Queen, Nicki Minaj Dethrones Herself

Album Review: Boy In Jeans by Ryan Beatty

Concert Review: Janelle Monáe claims her throne at The Anthem

Concert Review: Shania Twain Impresses Much At Barclays Center

Concert Reviews: Liam Payne & Harry Styles Go In Different Directions

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