Spanish pop star Rosalía's new spiritual album 'Lux' has won praise from Vatican cardinals and bishops for its profound exploration of faith. Discover how her music is bridging pop culture and spirituality.
Lily Allen opens up about her raw new album West End Girl, detailing her split from David Harbour and the intense fan reaction that led her to seek treatment. Read her full story.
John Darnielle delivers another lyrical masterpiece with The Mountain Goats' latest album 'Through This Fire', exploring maritime disasters and human resilience in his signature storytelling style.
From catastrophic theatre productions to disastrous TV shows, discover the cultural offerings that earned the dreaded zero-star review and why critics are calling for better standards.
At 70, Australian music icon Paul Kelly delivers a stunning album that blends reflection with celebration, proving his songwriting genius only deepens with time.
Detroit rapper Danny Brown returns transformed on 'Stardust,' blending hyperpop innovation with raw post-rehab optimism in his most personal work yet.
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
Pop innovator Charli XCX reveals details about her highly anticipated sixth studio album 'Brat', promising her most personal work yet with a bold green aesthetic and intimate club-inspired sound.
Pop innovator Charli XCX transforms album delay frustration into strategic triumph as 'Brat' reshapes artist-label dynamics in the music industry.
Exclusive interview reveals how the rising country star transformed profound loss into musical gold, blending rock energy with raw Nashville storytelling in his debut album 'Son of Dad'.
Exclusive interview with Sudan Archives as she discusses her groundbreaking new album 'BPM', musical guilty pleasures, and how she's revolutionising the violin in contemporary music.
From Mick Herron's atmospheric adaptation to Florence Welch's triumphant return, UK stages sizzled with unforgettable performances this week. Discover which shows had critics and audiences raving.
Lily Allen makes spectacular music comeback with 'No Shame' becoming her highest-charting album since 2009 and dominating UK download charts.
Florence Welch returns with her most ambitious album yet, masterfully balancing explosive energy with moments of profound calm in 'Everybody Scream'.
Discover Jennifer Walton's stunning debut 'Daughters' on Local Action Records - where UK garage rhythms meet ethereal vocals in this compelling album review.
From explosive feminist punk to euphoric dance anthems, discover the week's must-hear albums that are setting the music scene alight. Our comprehensive review covers everything from Riot Women's raw energy to Sunlight's uplifting beats.
Canadian musician Grimes sparks online frenzy with provocative album cover featuring tech billionaire Elon Musk and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk in her latest artistic statement.
The baroque-rock sensation's highly anticipated follow-up album arrives in a blaze of glory, but does the intense theatricality overwhelm the music? Our review investigates.
Discover the extraordinary story behind Hugh Cutting's rediscovered album 'Refound' - an idiosyncratic collection that delivers profound musical satisfaction decades after its creation.
The long-awaited expanded edition of Bruce Springsteen's seminal 1982 album 'Nebraska' has been released, but does this deluxe version live up to the haunting brilliance of the original masterpiece?
London's innovative classical ensemble The Hermes Experiment delivers a breathtaking arboreal-themed album that redefines contemporary chamber music.
Taylor Swift marks the launch of her highly anticipated new album with a low-key celebration at a New York restaurant, trading stadium crowds for an intimate evening with friends as her latest musical masterpiece drops worldwide.
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills drops bombshell revelation about an unreleased Taylor Swift album from her early career days, sending Swifties into a frenzy.
Global superstar Taylor Swift announces exclusive limited-edition album release, sending Swifties into a frenzy with surprise drop of 'Life of a Showgirl' collection.
Taylor Swift breaks her album release tradition with a quiet UK radio premiere for 'The Life of a Showgirl', sparking fan frenzy and industry speculation about her strategic shift.
From secret codes to social media puzzles, discover how Taylor Swift has masterfully revealed each of her 12 studio albums, creating global anticipation with every release.
German violinist Christian Tetzlaff and conductor John Storgårds deliver a breathtaking reinterpretation of Elgar's Violin Concerto alongside Thomas Adès's new work, creating one of the year's most compelling classical recordings.
Spencer Elden, the man who appeared as a baby on Nirvana's iconic Nevermind cover, is taking legal action against the band members and estate, claiming sexual exploitation.
Ian Shelton, the explosive force behind Militarie Gun, discusses the band's relentless new album 'In Your Face', a raw exploration of power dynamics and personal turmoil in the modern punk landscape.
Dive into the week's most talked-about cultural releases. Our critics deliver their verdicts on Steve's immersive new album, Joy Crookes' soulful live return, and the hottest picks in theatre, gaming, and art.