The first batch of our 1984 countdown stars everyone from Corey Hart, Sheena Easton, and Wham! to Dylan, McCartney, and Willie.
A 1984 Retrospective: Introduction
Colorful and fun. Provocative, melodramatic and insatiable. Popular music's best attributes were in peak form in 1984, and our new retro series relives the very best moments.
Artistry or Artifice: Randy Travis & the AI Dilemma
Randy Travis' comeback single intensifies the debate over the benefits and pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence.
The 706 Albums Digest: March 2024, Part I
A monstrous month of new releases got underway with anticipated returns from the Crowes, Bleachers, Ari, Kacey, and JT.
The 706 Singles Digest: November 2023
November hosted The Beatles' final record, returns from Dua Lipa, Sheryl Crow, and Lucius, and dominance from Lainey Wilson.
Eras: The Tour, The Film, and My Winding Road as a Swiftie
An essay on my evolving Taylor Swift fandom and experiencing the defining concert event of an era.