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‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’ Finds 5SOS Balancing Fame, Feeling, and Flaws
A solid, melody-driven record that shines most when the band embraces honesty over spectacle.
Nov 20 • 
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Miley Cyrus’s “Dream As One” Reaches for the Sky, But Doesn’t Quite Make It
A tender ballad with gorgeous vocals falls just short of the soaring moment it deserves.
Nov 14 • 
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Stephen Sanchez & Devi Debut New Duo, “Dress & Tie”
The pair harkens back to the 1950s with three beautifully vintage tunes.
Nov 14 • 
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There's Something Sinister about 'The Life of a Showgirl'
Beneath its glittering surface, Taylor Swift’s latest era raises uneasy questions about authenticity, privilege, and the price of silence.
Nov 11 • 
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Who Should Win at the 2026 GRAMMYs
This year's Big Four categories are full of many worthy (and not-so-worthy) contenders.
Nov 9 • 
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Katy Perry’s “bandaids” Can’t Fully Heal Her Career, But It’s a Start
The pop star makes her return in a bold attempt to rectify past musical missteps.
Nov 7 • 
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Sebastian Croft Debuts with Bittersweet Single “Tokyo”
The 23-year-old actor from the United Kingdom drops his debut single with a lilting guitar and buttery vocals.
Nov 7 • 
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The Dream: Ashe and FINNEAS Find Freedom With New Band, The Favors
With live instruments, character-driven lyrics, and cinematic ambition, The Dream pushes against the era of disposable singles.
Nov 7 • 
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