A Fresh Take on Turkish Pop: Manifest’s Debut Album Manifestival

Manifest is a rising girl group bringing a new vibe to Turkish pop. With a unique style and bold visuals, the group has been gaining attention even before releasing their first full-length album. Now, their debut album Manifestival is finally here — and everyone’s asking: was it worth the hype? First Impressions: The Intro and …

Björk’s Post Turns 30: A Bold, Timeless Classic

In June 1995, Björk released her second solo album, Post — and the music world hasn’t been the same since. Experimental, emotional, and completely ahead of its time, Post mixed electronic sounds with jazz, trip-hop, industrial beats, and orchestral flourishes. It wasn’t just an album; it was a fearless statement of artistic freedom. Why Post …

Is It Art or Antifeminism? The Debate Around Sabrina Carpenter’s Album Cover

Sabrina Carpenter recently surprised fans and critics by revealing the album cover for her upcoming release, Man’s Best Friend (due August 29, 2025). The image shows her on all fours, dressed in a black mini-dress, with a man pulling her hair like a leash. Almost immediately, the photo triggered fierce backlash online. Critics Say It’s Dangerous Objectification Many on …

“What I Dreamed of Turned Out to Be a Daily Struggle”

An Interview with Özlem Yılmaz on the Challenges of Being a Music Student in Turkey Stage lights, applause, a magical violin solo… From the outside, music seems like a dream, a passion. But in Turkey, becoming a musician, especially while studying at a conservatory, is a very different reality. Özlem Yılmaz, a third-year violin student …

The Evolution of Taylor Swift: A Journey Through Music, Identity, and Power

Some artists release albums. Others define eras. For many of us who grew up in the 2000s and 2010s, Taylor Swift has been more than just a musician. She’s been a narrator of our lives. From the quiet vulnerability of her country beginnings to the dazzling, defiant glow of her pop reinvention, Taylor’s music has …

Pop Drama: Addison Rae’s Debut Scores 8.0 on Pitchfork, Chaos Follows

When Pitchfork awarded Addison Rae’s self-titled debut album an unexpected 8.0 rating, Twitter exploded. The score, released June 9, compared favorably to albums by heavyweights like Ariana Grande, Tate McRae, and even Billie Eilish, sparking fierce online debates. Pitchfork’s Bold Call Pitchfork praised Addison as “the girlypop album of summer,” drawing comparisons to Britney Spears, …

Close-Up: Daughter

Daughter began in 2010 as Elena Tonra’s solo acoustic project in North London. After early performances, she met guitarist Igor Haefeli at ICMP, and later added drummer Remi Aguilella, forming the trio we know today. Their self-released debut EP, His Young Heart (2011), followed by The Wild Youth, brought immediate attention for their haunting, atmospheric sound. Support from …

Animal Still Roars! Album of the Week: Animal by Kesha

Released in January 2010, Animal burst onto the scene with unfiltered party energy—glitter, bravado, and pop hooks galore. Pitchfork praised it as “filled with wisecracking exuberance… content to make the most out of now”. A Timeless Summer Album This is the perfect soundtrack for summer fun, no matter the year. From bass-heavy club anthems to …

Ethel Cain’s ”Nettels”: A Slow-Burning Southern Gothic Hymn

Released June 4, 2025, “Nettles” is the lead single from Ethel Cain’s upcoming album Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You. Clocking in at over eight minutes, it blends Americana, country, and gothic strings into a haunting, cinematic experience Mood & Production The track opens with fragile warbling vocals and eerie strings, building an atmospheric tension …

Princess of Power – A Sparkling Return, But Not Marina’s Sharpest Spell

When Marina announced Princess of Power, I felt a genuine rush of excitement. The title screamed confidence, magic, and rebellion. And overall, the album delivers—it’s playful, bold, glittery, and full of attitude. But as much as I enjoyed it, I couldn’t help comparing it to Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land, which to me remains …