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The Best Movies, TV and Music for September

It's the final season of "Sex Education." Plus, Dan Harmon returns to network TV and "The Creator" brings us world-ending AI.

Spanish Love Songs Are the World’s Most Anguished Great Band

On “No Joy,” the indie-punk group finds love (and synths) in its own bleak way

Dolly Parton’s Voice Is the Reason to Listen to Her “Let It Be” Cover

Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are among the guests on the song

The Music Lover’s Guide to Philadelphia

The best record stores, venues and musical landmarks in the City of Brotherly Love

The Best Movies, TV and Music for August

How a film auteur tackles the ridiculous “Meg” sequel. Plus, the Jets land on “Hard Knocks.”

Jason Aldean Is On Track to Profit Handsomely From Being "Canceled"

His controversial song "Try That In a Small Town" is experiencing a surge of popularity

Are Songs Really Getting Faster?

Thanks to TikTok, artists are releasing sped-up versions of their tracks

Two Prince Rarities Are Now Available Digitally

The two tracks were shared with Paisley Park Celebration attendees in June

The Best Movies, TV and Music for July

Christopher Nolan tackles The Manhattan Project, and Shark Week returns

Mickey Hart Explored the Grateful Dead's Hip-Hop Side In 1974

A strange story of possible musical influences

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Exclusive: Metallica on the Success of the Band’s Official Whiskey

The group sat down with Blackened Master Distiller Rob Dietrich for a roundtable discussion, and we have a first look

The Best Movies, TV and Music for February

“Curb Your Enthusiasm” comes to an end. Plus, elevated spy antics in Matthew Vaughn’s “Argylle.”

The 20 Best Record Stores in Chicago Right Now

The vinyl revival isn't going anywhere. Here's where to build your collection.

It Sure Sounds Like Green Day Don't Like Algorithms Very Much

The band talked technology in a recent interview

13 Great Things to Do in NYC This Weekend

College basketball, an “SNL” cast member and a cult rock band are all on the agenda

The BBC Is Auctioning Off a Treasure Trove of Classic Vinyl

Some vintage Pink Floyd LPs are among the offerings

These Are the 10 Best Jazz Clubs in DC Right Now

Visit these clubs to get rid of your blues

The Mental Health Benefits of Random Album Generators

Listening to new music will change your life for the better

The Best Movies, TV and Music for January

Including the long-awaited return of “True Detective.” Plus, a documentary on one of the biggest financial scandals of the 21st century.

30 Years Later, Shaquille O’Neal Reflects on “Shaq Diesel”

According to Shaq, the Boys and Girls Club played a key role in the 1993 album

How Glen E. Friedman Captured the Brief, Intense Life of Minor Threat

The photographer’s new book, “Just a Minor Threat,” features a raft of never-before-seen images

Irish Eyes Will Always Smile Upon Shane MacGowan

The Pogues frontman passed away Thursday at the age of 65

The Best Movies, TV and Music for December

Will “The Iron Claw” be the year’s best film? Plus, the final season of “Letterkenny.”

Can an Algorithm Tell Us the Saddest Song Ever Written?

It may not surprise you to learn that Spotify gave it a shot