Fifty Best Singles of 2025: Part II

Blockbuster pop moments, devastating Americana reflections, roots rock anthems, Alt battle-cries, and should've-been country smashes.

New Album Review: Taylor Swift- The Life of a Showgirl

The Life of a Showgirl marks Taylor Swift's most vibrantly pure pop record since the heights of 1989.

Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, MGK, and Rob Thomas deliver pop bop goodness, while Brandi Carlile reaches a new career high.

The rising superstar's latest effort provides a Short n' Sweet sequel, and pop's summer grand finale.

Summer-ready bangers from Sabrina Carpenter and Purple Disco Machine rub elbows with gripping stories from Mary Chapin Carpenter and Tyler Childers.

Dolly Parton's moving musical eulogy to her recently departed husband headlines this month's Digest, plus hot tracks from Chappell, Sabrina and HAIM.