5 New Releases You Need to Hear Right Now [March 2025]

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13 Greatest Pop Songs Ever to Win the Oscar for Best Original Song

Best music of all time (of the cinema).

“Physical Graffiti” by Led Zeppelin

One of the greatest rock records ever made turns 50.

“Jive Talkin’” by the Bee Gees

The Fun Song Friday column takes one final turn on the dancefloor with the Gibb brothers.

“I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got” by Sinéad O’Connor

Examining the late singer’s breakthrough sophomore record to celebrate its 35th anniversary.

“Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston

Dim the lights, light a candle or two, and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Whitney Houston's glittering debut album.

17 Steamy R&B Songs That Defined the Quiet Storm Sound

Time to dim the lights and indulge in some sumptuous romantic vibes.

“Supreme Clientele” by Ghostface Killah

The last gasp of the Wu-Tang Clan's peak period turns 25.

“Mister Magic” by Grover Washington Jr.

One of the smoothest of all smooth jazz grooves.

The 7 Best Solo Albums Recorded by Former Beatles Members

The best of the four Beatles, after the Beatles.

8 New Releases You Need to Hear This Very Minute [February 2025]

New year, new music to nourish your body and soul.

“The Woman in Me” by Shania Twain

This record, not anything by Taylor Swift, legitimately changed country music forever.

“Modern Love” by David Bowie

Throwing it back to one of the best pop-rock tracks in Bowie's catalog.

Is Phil Collins’ No Jacket Required Secretly the Best Pop Record of the 80s?

The rock icon deserves consideration for the 80s pop music crown.

“Blood on the Tracks” by Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan's most influential contribution to the rock art form turns 50.

“Twist and Shout” by the Beatles

Finally, the wait is over—I found a fun Beatles song for you to enjoy.

10 Essential Songs That Give You the Best of New Jack Swing

I explore one of the most underrated music phenomenon of the 20th century.

“Permanent Waves” by Rush

A prog rock classic that brought Rush's sound fully into their peak period.

“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry

One of the most important rock and roll songs ever from a true guitar hero.

Every Madonna Studio Album, Ranked from Worst to Best (Part 1) [Updated 2026]

The first of three posts reviewing every LP in the Material Girl's discography.

“Voodoo” by D’Angelo

D'Angelo's second album is peak neo-soul from the most elusive Soulquarian.

“Synchronicity” by the Police

The Police's final album is also arguably their finest from a pop craft point of view.

“Brothers in Arms” by Dire Straits

An out-of-nowhere 80s rock smash hit turns 40 years old in 2025.

“Kick” by INXS

One of the most entertaining pop-rock LPs of the 80s.

“When Love Takes Over” by David Guetta ft. Kelly Rowland

Most days, this song is my pick for the greatest electronic track ever recorded.

20 of the 21st Century’s Best Party Songs

Get ready to shake your rump to the funk ... and disco and hip-hop and R&B and pop!

“Lust for Life” by Iggy Pop

Ladies and gentlemen, Iggy Pop.

“Black Messiah” by D’Angelo and the Vanguard

One of the greatest R&B records of the century from one of the genre's most mercurial talents.

“Now That We Found Love” by Heavy D & the Boyz

One of the best club anthems from an exceptional early-90s period.

The 50 Must-Hear Albums of 2024 (No. 20-1): A Definitive Guide to the Year's Best Music

A deep dive into the Top 20 albums released in 2024.