2009, Nov 12 |
Amanda Palmer brings her lively punk cabaret to the State Theatre. |
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2009, Nov 12 |
Even if you've already heard much of the material, Kathy Griffin keeps you interested and engaged on her latest CD |
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2009, Nov 5 |
Michael Feinstein pays tribute to the legendary Frank Sinatra |
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2009, Oct 29 |
For his newest album, Mika turns to George Michael for inspiration, while Basement Jaxx releases its best CD yet |
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2009, Oct 8 |
Girlyman provides repeated delights with subtle meanings and sophisticated shifting vocal techniques |
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2009, Oct 1 |
Barbra Streisand's latest is overly refined, excessively mild-mannered, quietly dramatic, and a bit indulgent |
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2009, Sept 24 |
David Guetta's sure-to-please One Love is the highest-profile dance album to register in years |
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2009, Sept 3 |
With an album as good as I Look To You, you can't forgive Whitney Houston's past transgressions fast enough |
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2009, Aug 27 |
Sandra Bernhard's new, humor-free album tries to present the erstwhile punk-rocker as a world music sensation |
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2009, Aug 13 |
Indigo Girl Amy Ray set to rock the Black Cat this Sunday. |
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2009, Aug 6 |
Chris Garneau's new album is altogether more confident than his debut, while Jay Brannan makes covers his own |
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2009, July 23 |
Jody Watley brings her voice to the Birchmere |
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2009, July 16 |
''Dirty King'' finds the previously balls-to-the-wall band The Cliks trying a little too hard to be soft and sweet |
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2009, July 2 |
Dance Party's pop-drenched rock inspires you to have fun, while Hotspur releases an immediately captivating album |
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2009, June 25 |
The Black Eyed Peas' new album registers with as much impact and inspiration as any DJ-mixed dance compilation |
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2009, June 11 |
Sweden's The Sounds enjoys making music that inspires love and devotion, while Dutch duo Anderson inspires sweetness |
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2009, June 4 |
All of Ciara's 'Fantasy Ride' tracks have their appeal, inspiring you to move. It's all classy, cute fun |
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2009, May 28 |
The gay Israeli pop star opens D.C.'s Jewish Musical Festival |
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2009, May 28 |
The drama has been boosted in Green Day's new album, which takes its cues from The Who, Aerosmith and Queen |
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2009, May 14 |
Dark, dour and marked by a steady drone, 'Sounds of the Universe' is the best Depeche Mode album since 'Violator' |
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2009, Apr 16 |
On their new album, the Pet Shop Boys sound like they're running out of ideas, musically as well as lyrically |
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2009, Apr 9 |
The debut solo album from Deep Dish's Sharam, is a bold, high-concept album, factoring in all shades of electronica |
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2009, Apr 2 |
Bob Mould looks back to give us a new set among his very best, while Tom Goss makes you feel nothing but love |
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2009, Mar 12 |
Kelly Clarkson's latest is everything you could want from the artist at this point in time. It's her best set yet |
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2009, Mar 12 |
The founder of Disappear Fear makes a special appearance at Wolf Trap |
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2009, Mar 5 |
U2, The world's most popular band is back after more than four years with a new album that's directionless and disjointed |
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2009, Feb 26 |
The experimental Beast sounds like little you've heard before, while Plushgun offers a synth-pop lover's dream |
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2009, Feb 26 |
Missy Higgins is finally on the rise in the states |
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2009, Feb 19 |
Morrissey offers good music, bon mots and plenty of mystery, while a new compilation produces several gems |
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2009, Feb 12 |
Wicked Jezabel throws a wicked fun Valentine's dance |
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2009, Jan 22 |
With support from his band, Antony Hegarty is fully immersed in his own craft, aware of his own unique talent |
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2009, Jan 8 |
Bimbo Jones is primed and ready to bob heads and shuffle feet, while Lula's music is dark, dry and a little dull |
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2009, Jan 1 |
The year was a good one for pop music, and most of the treasures came from unexpected corners |
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2008, Dec 18 |
As her new album 'Circus' proves, Britney Spears knows just what it takes to turn us on, to keep us falling prey |
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2008, Dec 4 |
Sacha Sacket and Matt Alber make music with a gay sensibility, informed as much by Broadway as rock and blues |
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2008, Nov 27 |
R.E.M., Sarah McLachlan, even Hilary Duff and the New Kids offer up sets perfect for this year's holiday season |
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2008, Nov 20 |
Beyonce isn't quite the independent woman she once was, while Michelle Williams is far too cool and timid |
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2008, Nov 6 |
Pink continues to charm her way through her cauldron of anger and impatience, while Lady Gaga offers nothing new |
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2008, Oct 23 |
With 'Paperboy' Morel delivers a tour de force -- an album you'll be playing nonstop for a long time to come |
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2008, Oct 9 |
Jennifer Hudson's debut is the result of a budding, insecure artist who's as unsure of herself as any 'AI' finalist |
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2008, Oct 2 |
Where folk-rocker Ani DiFranco once stormed, she's now more apt to swing, while The Veronicas tend to make one ill |
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2008, Oct 2 |
Soft Complex makes gloomy but rousing rock in the Britpop mold |
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2008, Aug 28 |
Robin McKelle whips up a magical jazz album with timeless appeal, while Judith Owen takes a dated trip to the '90s |
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2008, Aug 14 |
Nico Muhly |
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2008, Aug 14 |
There's something sweet and charming about Kerli, while Delta Goodrem comes across as a pale version of Celine Dion |
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2008, July 31 |
The famously moody singer-songwriter is in an unusually playful mood on her accomplished latest album |
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2008, July 31 |
Janis Ian playing at the The Birchmere |
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2008, July 17 |
On his new album Beck succeeds in making short songs with wide appeal, but he still sounds like a loser. |
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2008, July 10 |
The most sensitive of gay singer-songwriters youâve ever heard, Jay Brannanâs first album is a bold, brilliant debut |
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2008, July 3 |
Martha Wainwright is a gifted singer-songwriter who is quickly emerging as a purveyor of her own style of music |
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2008, June 26 |
Katy Perry offends the gay sensibility, while the gay-steeped music of Hercules is too smart for its own good |
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2008, June 19 |
Offering soaring pop that gets as much life from keyboards as from guitars, Coldplay serves up its best album yet |
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2008, June 12 |
On her new dance album, Cyndi Lauper branches out beyond what we've heard before, with moderate success |
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2008, May 29 |
'No, Virginia' is the best set yet from Dresden Dolls; Heloise & Savior Faire make you want to have fun |
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2008, May 22 |
Donna Summer makes a big return with an appealing new album, while Carrie Bradshaw's return inspires a notable collection |
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2008, May 15 |
On her strong and satisfying new album, Robyn exhibits an endearingly sassy personality hinted at a decade ago, plus Britain's Estelle |
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2008, May 8 |
Eric Himan comes to town to promote his latest album |
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2008, May 1 |
Madonna's 'Hard Candy' is filled with tart and tangy musical confections you'll savor for a long time to come |
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2008, Apr 24 |
A sequel to Mariah Carey's comeback album of three years ago, 'E=MC2' is not as good as the blockbuster original |
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2008, Apr 24 |
Coco Zhao to perform his stylized jazz at Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre |
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2008, Apr 17 |
Leona Lewis' 'Spirit' is too derivative to inspire much cheering, while Lizz Wright is the kind of singer we need to hear more of |
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2008, Apr 10 |
You don't have to be a cynic to realize the new greatest hits set from George Michael is little more than a marketing gimmick |
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2008, Apr 3 |
Yvonne Johnson tickles the ivories at M Street Bar & Grill |
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2008, Mar 27 |
Frisky Kylie Minogue serves up music custom-built for gay dance clubs, while Moby wallows in a moody, morose swamp |
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2008, Mar 20 |
After a 16-year absence, the B-52s has never sounded better, proving they're still tops in the party-rock business |
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2008, Mar 13 |
Liam Finn's solo debut is an impressively raw, low-fi collection of 14 songs enveloped in gauzy guitars and dense arrangements |
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2008, Mar 13 |
Kaki King's impressive new album finds her focusing on melodies and lyrics, while Missy Higgins improves on previous output |
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2008, Mar 13 |
A musical sensation returns to Iota Cafe |
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2008, Mar 6 |
Janet Jackson's new album is sullied by inane interludes and embarrassing lyrics, while Atlas Sound leaves you befuddled |
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2008, Feb 21 |
Goldfrapp has never sounded more engaged as on The Seventh Tree, an album every bit as sensual as the duo intended |
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2008, Feb 14 |
Jazz singer Felicia Carter coming to Twins Jazz |
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2008, Feb 14 |
For all its strengths, k.d. lang's new album is not as great as hoped, while Sheryl Crow's is her best album yet |
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2008, Feb 7 |
Michelle Burleson takes music seriously (with tongue-in-cheek) |
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2008, Jan 31 |
Bob Mould's potent new album boasts dark and dour lyrics couched in pithy, tuneful anthems that have the power to move you |
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2008, Jan 24 |
Nicole Reynolds' new album is steeped in regret, betrayal, and loneliness, with a dash of hope and romanticism |
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2008, Jan 17 |
Sia's latest deserves the wider exposure it's promised to get via Starbucks; Newton-John's live DVD could use a jolt |
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2008, Jan 17 |
Folk singer Nicole Reynolds |
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2008, Jan 10 |
An influence and precursor to Amy Winehouse, Sharon Jones is a great artist worth getting to know on her own terms |
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2008, Jan 10 |
DC singer-songwriter Tom Goss releases 'Rise' |
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2007, Dec 27 |
A perfect blend of stirring old-school soul and angsty hip-hop, Mary J. Blige's 'Growing Pains' is her album yet |
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2007, Dec 27 |
Who navigated 2007's morphing, multi-media musical landscape most impressively? Annie Lennox tops the list |
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2007, Dec 20 |
Rufus Wainwright's song-for-song recreation of Judy Garland's 1961 comeback concert goes beyond flattery to outright idolatry |
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2007, Dec 13 |
Transgender flutist, Candie Cramer, releases new Christmas CD |
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2007, Dec 6 |
Celine Dion doesn't take many risks on her latest album, but you just might like it anyway, while Scissor Sisters goes visual |
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2007, Nov 15 |
Duran Duran's latest won't stir much attention on the red carpet, while Seal makes his most appealing album yet |
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2007, Nov 15 |
Jason and DeMarco at NOVAM'S 'Concert of Hope' |
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2007, Oct 25 |
Four years after 'Bare,' Annie Lennox casts off her desperate pleas and returns with a powerful, message-rich masterpiece |
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2007, Oct 4 |
As fired up as she may be about the state of the world, an older, wiser Etheridge doesn't need help cooling down |
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2007, Sept 20 |
Moving away from airy trance, Paul van Dyk subtly but surely solidifies his sound while JES moves to the foreground |
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2007, Sept 6 |
Jason Walker's new album should generate several club hits, but it's not as enjoyable or as consistent as his debut |
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2007, Aug 23 |
Junior Senior's comeback is more noteworthy for the music than the lyrics, if you can get past the cute bits |
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2007, Aug 9 |
Thelma Houston's first album in nearly two decades is not what we hoped would result after having to wait so long |
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2007, Aug 2 |
Mandy Moore turns lyricist and gives us hope with her latest, while Hilary Duff shovels in the baby food pop |
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2007, July 26 |
With their fifth album, Tegan and Sara are wearing their novelty a little bit thin |
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2007, July 26 |
The Clicks' all-queer debut album is fierce, ferocious and fun |
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2007, July 12 |
The Chemical Brothers new set finds them having mellowed a bit, adopting warmer, friendlier, funnier textures with more appeal |
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2007, July 12 |
Lez Zeppelin |
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2007, July 12 |
Eric Himan, Tom Goss to perform as part of 'Out With It' at Sully's U Street Tavern |
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2007, July 5 |
With her new album, Rihanna proves herself to be the new bad girl of our good-pop dreams |
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2007, June 28 |
Marc Almond survives a near-fatal accident to record an album as gay and as good as pop music gets |
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2007, June 14 |
Cyndi Lauper gathers an eclectic assortment of colleagues for a musical marathon designed to advance gay rights |
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2007, June 7 |
Ultra Naté 's latest is appealing but not nearly as exciting as its first hit, while Armand Van Helden taps into his past |
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2007, May 31 |
Lorin Sklamberg of The Klezmatics brings his gay sensibilities to the Yiddish group |
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2007, May 31 |
Taking jazz to a whole new gay level: Dave Koz coming to Merriweather Post |
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2007, May 24 |
Rufus Wainwright disappoints but still manages to stun, while Erasure's latest suggests the duo should take a break |
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2007, May 17 |
Former Cranberries lead singer, Dolores O'Riordan, makes a welcome return with her first solo effort |
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2007, Apr 12 |
Mika's flamboyant sound is well-worth savoring, while the Klaxons produce tunes too boring to warrant repeat listenings |
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2007, Mar 29 |
Powered by the sounds of R&B and jazz from decades past, Amy Winehouse's 'Back to Black' is a refreshing and addictive album |
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2007, Mar 15 |
Girlyman band bringing harmony to Jammin' Java in Vienna, VA |
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2007, Mar 15 |
Lucinda Williams's love lashings to her ex power her latest, while Mara Levi creates smart pop in a class all its own |
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2007, Mar 1 |
Scissor Sisters comes to DC's 9:30 Club |
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2007, Feb 22 |
Erin McKeown spans pop genres with humor and grace in equal measure, and Sondre Lerche offers endless musical pleasure |
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2007, Feb 15 |
Erasure's new live country-tinged album, recorded at the former home of the Grand Ole Opry, is a revelation |
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2007, Feb 8 |
You'll love every minute of 'A Date With John Waters,' but there can be no more 'amour' for Belinda Carlisle |
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2007, Feb 1 |
'Not Too Late' showcases a slightly grittier Norah Jones, while 'Lush Life' rediscovers a gay jazz great |
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2007, Jan 25 |
Lily Allen is the latest and quite possibly the greatest U.K. songstress to have a go in the U.S. in recent years |
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2007, Jan 18 |
Diana Ross is telling us she's not going, but she's not likely to stay, as her new album is stuck in a time warp |
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2007, Jan 11 |
Emilie Simon creates visual, nature-loving electronic songs, while Jennifer O'Connor performs solid folk-rock that moves you |
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2006, Dec 14 |
Gwen Stefani's second album may not be the sweet, carefree escape her debut was, but you'll happily flee to it anyway |
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2006, Dec 7 |
Forget Rufus Wainwright (for now) -- gay singer-songwriter Gregory Douglass has released this year's best lush pop album |
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2006, Nov 30 |
The latest album from Brit-popper Robbie Williams is just like the singer: slightly flawed, yet feisty and fun |
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2006, Nov 16 |
There's no reason why gay rapper Cazwell shouldn't succeed as the next novelty party act, plus Lady Sovereign |
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2006, Oct 26 |
Chris Thile transforms personal loss into an outstanding album of bluegrass, but Jonny Lang's latest founders |
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2006, Oct 19 |
With her debut, Alice Smith is bringing sultry back to R&B, while Persephone's Bees goes to the 'Underworld' |
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2006, Oct 19 |
Madeleine Peyroux's songs are like treasures from a bygone era; Patricia Barber's 'Mythologies' is difficult but rewarding |
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2006, Oct 5 |
With his latest Justin Timberlake has outdone himself, drawing heavily from '80s-era electro to fashion a future-pop sound |
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2006, Sept 28 |
Scissor Sisters may have gotten mellow and melancholy, but they haven't forgotten how to appeal and entertain |
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2006, Sept 21 |
Basement Jaxx create a widely and wildly appealing global-pop radio set, and Arling and Cameron create warm electro-pop |
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2006, Sept 14 |
Pink Martini brings the band's romantic, sweeping, fun music to DC |
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2006, Sept 14 |
The Indigo Girls return for a tenth studio album that captures the organic spirit of Amy and Emily's live performances |
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2006, Sept 7 |
Meg & Dia's create unobjectionable music of only above-average pedigree, while Tegan and Sara release a stripped-down DVD |
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2006, Aug 24 |
Christina Aguilera proves a woman can be sassy and classy, street-smart and sophisticated, and slutty and sappily married on 'Back to Basics' |
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2006, Aug 10 |
Carried away with dance culture's adoration of them, some DJs push aside the vocalists who give their productions an identity |
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2006, Aug 3 |
Under the Influence of Giants creates confident, swinging modern-day pop heavily influenced by the artists of yesterday |
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2006, July 27 |
Cult-faves New York Dolls make music that's just plain silly, while Hot Chip deserves mainstream attention |
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2006, July 20 |
As smart and sophisticated as it is, Diana Ross's long-lost album of jazz covers, 'Blue,' never fully draws you in |
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2006, July 13 |
Jason & deMarco were clearly not struck by good ideas for their latest album, but the Brand New Heavies have a new delight |
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2006, June 22 |
On 'Fundamental,' The Pet Shop Boys are more perturbed by the state of things today than they were in the past |
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2006, June 8 |
ArtBear pushes the envelope of 'gay music' at Queering Sound |
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2006, June 8 |
The Dixie Chicks make a triumphant return that offers no apologies for the controversies of the past |
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2006, May 4 |
Ariel Aparicio and Kevin Cahoon create punk rock that generates rebellious heat too hot for the mainstream |
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2006, Apr 27 |
Mexican folk singer Chavela Vargas wields her voice as an explosive weapon, while Gotan Project makes timeless tango |
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2006, Apr 27 |
The Ark creates rock with a disco beat and a not-so-hidden message, while punk-propelled Grand National hooks you instantly |
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2006, Apr 13 |
Bell and Clarke take a left turn into country to celebrate 20 years of Erasure, and score an unexpected acoustic triumph |
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2006, Apr 6 |
Morrissey sounds happier than ever on his latest, and The Sounds sound catchy, cute and a little repetitive on theirs |
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2006, Mar 23 |
The Little Willies make you want to grab a partner and dance, while Sondre Lerche is an appealing diversion |
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2006, Mar 16 |
Carrie Underwood rides American Idol to the country charts, while Belle and Sebastian make music that makes feet move |
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2006, Mar 16 |
With his new album, Ashley MacIsaac bursts forth as an edgy gay rocker who demands and deserves attention |
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2006, Mar 9 |
After decades in the studio wilderness, Etta James produces a playful album of eclectic covers that conveys her good mood |
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2006, Mar 2 |
On 'Supernature,' Goldfrapp whips up sweet-but-icy sounds that compel you to dance, while Mylo is too soft-rock for dance |
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2006, Feb 23 |
Listening to William Orbit's latest solo set, 'Hello Waveforms,' you can't help but be reminded of his past work with Madonna |
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2006, Feb 2 |
Jason Collett is one of the best singer-songwriters recording, while Audio Bullys aren't the future they proclaim to be |
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2006, Jan 26 |
Duncan Sheik and Ryan Adams both return with intricate albums the reflect their talent, influences and life journeys |
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2006, Jan 19 |
Breathy-voiced Sia's carefully constructed music is deeply haunted by human nature, while Mozez just puts you to sleep |
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2006, Jan 12 |
Morningwood insists you give it attention now, while fellow hard-rockers We Are Scientists aren't quite so pushy |
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2006, Jan 5 |
From the brilliance of Offer Nissim to the drudgery of Daft Punk, the year in music had plenty of highs and lows |
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2005, Dec 22 |
t.A.T.u.'s latest is this seasons' perfect last-minute gag gift, while Imogen Heap creates adventurous, mostly uptempo pop music |
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2005, Dec 15 |
Terri Clark continues her fabulous run with 'Life,' while Gretchen Wilson succumbs to a stereotypical sophomore slump |
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2005, Dec 8 |
Jason Walker and Kirsty Hawkshaw take different paths to becoming a dance singer -- and both are succeeding |
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2005, Dec 1 |
'Rent's soundtrack carries a punch, while 'The Producers' soundtrack is large, lush, campy and, at times, hilarious |
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2005, Nov 17 |
Madonna moves beyond more recent stumbles, making sure you'll fall for her (or at least her music) all over again |
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2005, Nov 10 |
Cyndi Lauper and Simply Red have both re-imagined past hits to great effect on their latest releases |
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2005, Nov 3 |
The more you hear of Depeche Mode's latest the less you'll like, while Midler's latest tribute is feverishly good |
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2005, Oct 27 |
Dolly Parton's latest album is one of her best, even though she minimizes her own remarkable achievements |
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2005, Oct 13 |
Linda Eder tackles a tribute to a vocal legend, while Tracy Chapman continues her musical crusade for social justice |
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2005, Oct 6 |
The New Pornographers make pop music porn, and win out over Death Cab for Cutie as the 'it' alt-rock band of the moment |
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2005, Oct 6 |
Nickel Creek broadens their bluegrass horizons for a stellar third album that shows off the band's maturation |
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2005, Sept 29 |
Erasure's singer Andy Bell discusses his new solo album and an upcoming DJ tour |
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2005, Sept 29 |
Braxton sounds great on her latest, while the Pussycat Dolls make for unoriginal listening |
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2005, Sept 22 |
With 'Guilty Pleasures,' Barry Gibb has once again created a Barbra Streisand album of immense pleasure |
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2005, Sept 15 |
Juliet's promising debut album delivers a lush, rocking dance music that likely serves to preview Madonna's next outing |
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2005, Sept 1 |
Royksopp, a band with a chilly past and a name that loosely translates as 'puff ball' has created the warmest, best dance album in years |
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2005, Aug 25 |
Bernadette Peters releases an oddity of nothing more than outtakes from a charity concert held nine years ago |
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2005, Aug 11 |
Natasha Bedingfield is a purveyor of beautiful, unapologetically optimistic anthems, while Esthero comes across as a bratty punk |
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2005, Aug 4 |
Bob Mould's first album in three years gives you chills, while Deep Dish's latest provides only occasional thrills |
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2005, July 28 |
Erin McKeown and Feist, with their latest albums, have created a double-feature soundtrack for a leisurely summer brunch |
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2005, July 21 |
Missy Elliott cooks up a first-rate feast with her latest, while Keyshia Cole churns out good, old-fashioned R&B |
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2005, July 14 |
Lesbian rock band, Tegan and Sara, to play at DC's 9:30 club |
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2005, July 7 |
Producer Linda Perry does just about everything on the new album from Kelley Osborne, who just shows up to sing and take credit |
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2005, June 16 |
Nikka Costa sings every word like she means it on a refreshing funky and flowing new album |
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2005, May 19 |
Offer Nissim's album is surprisingly strong, while Elkland's retro sound proves to be too much of a good thing |
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2005, May 12 |
Ringside's catchy pop is to Maroon5 as Athlete's Brit-pop is to Coldplay |
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2005, May 5 |
Skott Freedman's album of covers fails to fully please, while Allison Tartalia creates boisterous music packed with ideas |
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2005, Apr 28 |
Fischerspooner learned its lesson from a messy debut and emerged with a flat-out fantastic follow-up |
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2005, Apr 21 |
New Order and Daft Punk fall far short of the high bars set by their earlier works |
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2005, Apr 7 |
Folk-inspired rockers Eric Himan and Martha Wainwright are both best when at their angriest on their new release |
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2005, Mar 31 |
Radio 4 is one of the best bands channeling three decades-old rock, while L.P. rocks with sincerity and power |
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2005, Mar 17 |
'Hotel' showcases some of Moby's best music to date, while the abrasive Fannypack continues to offend just about everyone |
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2005, Mar 10 |
On their latest releases, Vanessa Williams botoxes, Eliane Elias bossa novas, and Tori Amos loses much of her sting |
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2005, Mar 3 |
The Thievery Corporation helps you get lost in your liberal imagination, while Monade is entirely forgettable |
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2005, Feb 24 |
LCD Soundsystem's debut is an undeniable achievement, while Greenskeepers succeeds in making silly party tunes |
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2005, Feb 3 |
Nightbird proves to be one of Erasureââ¬â¢s very best, while the former Baby Spice finds success in the solo ring |
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2005, Jan 6 |
Gwen Stefani creates a guilt-free guilty pleasure, while Gaelle Adisson leaves listeners swooning |
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2004, Dec 23 |
Green Day raised the bar for pop perfection, while George Michael lowers it on his way to retirement |
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2004, Dec 9 |
Dirty Vegasââ¬â¢ sophomore outing is a setback to dance music, while Swayzak proves the underground still reigns |
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2004, Nov 11 |
Le Tigre mixes political anger with dance beats on its major-label debut, while Spalding Rockwell creates edgy erotic energy |
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2004, Nov 4 |
Despite years in absentia, Duran Duranââ¬â¢s sound remains the same, Tears for Fears improves theirs |
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2004, Oct 14 |
DC's own Morel crafts a perfect reflection of modern-day sentiment |
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2004, Oct 7 |
Green Dayââ¬â¢s masterpiece will surely stand as the best rock album of 2004 |
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2004, Sept 9 |
Gioiaââ¬â¢s irresistible debut somehow slips under the radar, while Sweetback slips up on their sophomore set |
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2004, Aug 26 |
Barbara Cook is still at the top of her game |
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2004, Aug 19 |
American Idol influences on today's pop music |
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2004, Aug 12 |
Bebel Gilberto is lushly orchestrated, Ozomatli plods a familiar path to get a party started |
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2004, Aug 5 |
The Kings of Convenience update the 'Sound of Silence' while Phoenix updates the sounds of doctors' offices |
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2004, July 29 |
k.d. lang's latest is an out-and-out phenomenal piece of work |
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2004, July 22 |
Scissor Sisters is the gay rock band we've been pining for |
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2004, July 22 |
The B-52's return with kick-ass dance music |
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2004, July 15 |
Melissa Ferrick thunders, but Miss Kittin loses her purr |
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2004, July 8 |
George Michael's newest tests our patience. Showtime expands our preferences with L Word and QAF soundtracks |
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2004, June 3 |
Music compilations to suit your next pool party |
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2004, May 27 |
New releases from Nina Simone, Nellie McKay, Damien Rice, Richard X, and Candi Staton |
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2004, May 20 |
The return of Felix da Housecat and Armand Van Helden |
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2004, Apr 15 |
''Damita Jo'' by Janet Jackson |
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2004, Apr 8 |
Ari Gold, Matthew Duffy, and JC Chasez |
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2004, Mar 18 |
'Queer Eye' soundtrack sacrifice substance for style |
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2004, Mar 18 |
Indigo Girls' new CD, ''All That We Let In'' |
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2004, Mar 18 |
Arthur Loves Plastic |
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2004, Feb 19 |
Melissa Etheridge's ''Lucky'' |
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2004, Feb 19 |
Ani DiFranco's ''Educated Guess'' |
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2004, Feb 5 |
Kylie Minogue |
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2003, Dec 25 |
Basement Jaxx, Beyonce among best of the year |
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2003, Dec 18 |
Eric Himan |
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2003, Dec 11 |
Nelly Furtado, Pink, and tributes to Dolly Parton and Hedwig |
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2003, Nov 20 |
Le Tigre's fun, feminist electronica |
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2003, Nov 20 |
Barbra Streisand falters with bland love songs, Bette Midler bats Clooney out of the park |
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2003, Nov 6 |
Rickie Lee Jones sticks it to the administration with a fearlessly charming, politically bitchy new album |
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2003, Nov 6 |
New CDs from Dido, Gloria Estefan |
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2003, Oct 23 |
Danish duo Junior Senior is coming to Move Your Feet |
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2003, Oct 16 |
Cassandra Wilson's new album, Glamoured |
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2003, Oct 2 |
Aretha Franklin's So Damn Happy |
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2003, Sept 25 |
New music from Kevin Aviance, Becky Baeling, Sarah Brightman |
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2003, Sept 25 |
Erykah Badu's new Worldwide Underground |
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2003, Sept 11 |
Remembering Patsy Cline |
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2003, Aug 21 |
Black Eyed Peas, Jessy Moss |
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2003, July 31 |
Ricky Martin, Thalia |
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2003, July 17 |
Dave Gahan and Martin Gore release new CDs |
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2003, June 26 |
Annie Lennox returns with joyless sentiments couched in beautiful music, while Fannypack goes on 'Cameltoe' alert, plus Liam Lynch |
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2003, May 29 |
Robbie Williams, Jay-Jay Johanson |
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2003, Apr 10 |
Everclear |
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2003, Mar 6 |
Songwriter and musician Mark Walter Braswell |
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2003, Mar 6 |
Ani DiFranco |
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2003, Jan 30 |
Skott Freedman, Five Way Friday |
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2003, Jan 23 |
Calexico |
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2003, Jan 16 |
Refreshingly giddy, Queer Soup gags its inner-preacher and lets a wry sense of humor convey the message, plus Ani DiFranco |
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2003, Jan 9 |
Chicago, Man of La Mancha, La Boheme on Broadway, and more |
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2003, Jan 2 |
The Best & Worst of 2002 |
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2002, Dec 12 |
Badly Drawn Boy |
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2002, Dec 12 |
Dot Allison |
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2002, Oct 24 |
Beck |
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2002, Sept 19 |
Ani DiFranco's 'So Much Shouting, So Much Laughter' |
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2002, Sept 5 |
Andy Stochansky, Jimmy Fallon |
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2002, Aug 22 |
Tegan and Sara, Sing-Sing |
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2002, Aug 8 |
Beth Orton's ''Daybreaker'' |
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2002, Aug 1 |
Counting Crows, Oasis |
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2002, July 25 |
Martha Stewart's ''Quiet Time'' |
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2002, July 18 |
'Invoke' by Arto Lindsay |
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2002, July 11 |
Meshell Ndegeocello's 'Cookie: The Anthropological Mixtape' |
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2002, July 11 |
'Into the Woods,' 'Thoroughly Modern Millie,' 'Oliver!' and 'Wonderful Town' |
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2002, July 4 |
'The Eminem Show' |
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1999, Nov 11 |
Geri Halliwell's album, 'Schizophonic' |
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