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Album Review

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Album Review: MJ Lenderman “Manning Fireworks”

September 9, 2024September 9, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

On his new album Manning Fireworks, MJ Lenderman delivers an unforgettable nine song run…

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Album Review: Clairo “Charm”

July 18, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Clairo’s third time releasing an album is most certainly the Charm. Consisting of 11 songs, Charm is a bit sensual, a bit soft, and ultimately a perfect fit for the summer season…”

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Album Review: Frances Forever “Lockjaw”

July 6, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Frances Forever, an artist from the Boston area, piqued the interest of the whole world (and galaxy) with their 2020 single ‘space girl.’ The sweet and silly song captured the hearts of not only the queer community…”

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Album Review: Maya Hawke “Chaos Angel”

June 3, 2024June 3, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Contrary to the title, there’s not too much chaos on Maya Hawke’s third album Chaos Angel. Actually, as an entire work, it is incredibly functional and succinct, with little room to veer off track…”

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Album Review: Lizzy McAlpine “Older”

April 10, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Older, for Lizzy McAlpine, is an evolution. Her growth — both personally and professionally — has manifested itself into a brand new matured, and more confident sound…”

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Album Review: Adrianne Lenker “Bright Future”

March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“In her fifth album, ‘Bright Future,’ Adrianne Lenker introduces her audience to new instruments and a twangier sound, a step away from her typical indie-folk style…”

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Album Review: Declan McKenna “What Happened to the Beach?”

February 20, 2024February 21, 2024 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Three years after the release of his sophomore album Zeros, Declan McKenna returns with an album that sets itself apart from the rest of his discography…”

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Our Favorite Local Albums of 2023

December 22, 2023December 22, 2023 Album Review, Discover WERS

“Boston’s music scene is one worth celebrating. That’s why our writing staff is excited to take you through 15 of our favorite…”

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Album Review: Sufjan Stevens “Javelin”

October 11, 2023 Album Review, Discover WERS

“On October 6th, the multi-genre talent of Sufjan Stevens made a dazzling return to the singer-songwriter genre…”

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Album Review: Mitski “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We”

September 18, 2023September 20, 2023 Album Review, Discover WERS

“The heavens have long been a point of interest for singer-songwriter Mitski Miyawaki (known, by most, as just Mitski)..”

Album Review: “Barbie: The Album”

Album Review: “Barbie: The Album”

July 26, 2023 Album Review, Discover WERS

“‘Barbie: The Album’ is sure to find its way into your summer playlist—you won’t be able to resist its shiny pink exterior and its heartfelt interior…”

Pride Month Album Review: The Japanese House “In the End It Always Does”

Pride Month Album Review: The Japanese House “In the End It Always Does”

June 27, 2023July 6, 2023 Album Review, Discover WERS, Pride

“It’s Pride Month! To celebrate, our music staff is reviewing new albums from LGBTQ+ musicians…”

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