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Music
The Sound of Becoming: Justin Bieber’s SWAG Balances Faith, Love, and Renewal
SWAG is Justin Bieber’s seventh studio album — a sleek fusion of pop, R&B, and modern soul that finds him expanding his sound while stripping his message down to its most personal form.
Chance the Rapper Charts a New Course with STAR LINE
With STAR LINE, Chance the Rapper embarks on his most visionary journey yet — an album that bridges continents, cultures, and consciousness. Teaming up once again with longtime collaborator DexLvL, Chance builds a vibrant mosaic of hip-hop, soul, and experimental textures that pulse with honesty and depth.
The Evolution of an Icon: Usher Shares His Story in THE LAST SHOWMAN
For three decades, Usher Raymond IV has captivated the world with an artistry that transcends eras, genres, and expectations. In The Last Showman—an Audible Original—the eight-time GRAMMY® winner invites listeners behind the curtain of his extraordinary life and legacy.
From SZA to Bieber Two-Time GRAMMY® Winner, Carter Lang, is the Sonic Architect Behind 2025’s Most Defining Albums
From SZA to Justin Bieber, this year, two-time GRAMMY® winning producer and multi-instrumentalist Carter Lang continued to shape the sound of modern music with his signature blend of soulful precision and genre-fluid creativity.
What's On Your Deathbed Playlist?
When the soundtrack of your life plays its final track, what song will be there to see you out?
Cal Shapiro: The Songwriter Behind Some of 2025’s Biggest Hits
Cal Shapiro is a Los Angeles–based songwriter, producer, and vocalist whose 2025 has been nothing short of transformative. This year, he helped craft Alex Warren’s breakout single “Ordinary."
Reads
Read Along With Otto Normal's Monsterton: The Disappearance of White Pine Beach
Otto Normal and his mom have moved to Monsterton, but there’s one problem—they’re not monsters. In this first book of the hauntingly beautiful and highly illustrated Monsterton series with graphic novel pages interspersed throughout, Otto and his friends embark on a journey to find the legendary White Pine Beach.
Find Your Reason For Being With IKIGAI
Find your reason for being with Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles.
TV
Soundtrack Spotlight: How HUNTR/X’s “Golden” Became an Animated Anthem for the Netflix Super Hit, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS
From the very first notes through its pulsating finale, the KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack From the Netflix Film) delivers an electrifying fusion of cinematic narrative and chart-ready music.
Inside Netflix’s SONGS FROM THE HOLE: Where Music Meets Redemption
SONGS FROM THE HOLE is a groundbreaking Netflix Original documentary-visual album that blends music, memory, and storytelling into a deeply affecting portrait of forgiveness, family, and the redemptive power of art.
Love, Art and Resilience: The Story of Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad Composed in AMERICAN SYMPHONY
The GRAMMY®-nominated American Symphony, is a deeply intimate exploration of art, love, and survival in the face of uncertainty.
STEVIE VAN ZANDT: DISCIPLE - The Journey of a Rock 'n' Roll Apostle
Stevie Van Zandt, takes center stage in this feature documentary, STEVIE VAN ZANDT: DISCIPLE.
Actor, Singer, Star: Trevor Jackson Shines in New Album IT'S COMPLICATED
Trevor Jackson’s highly-anticipated album It's Complicated is now out, delivering a raw and honest portrayal of modern-day relationships.
THE GREATEST NIGHT IN POP: The Song That Altered Global Pop Culture History
The Greatest Night In Pop: We Are The World. The song that altered global pop culture history.
Film
Soundtrack Spotlight: How HUNTR/X’s “Golden” Became an Animated Anthem for the Netflix Super Hit, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS
From the very first notes through its pulsating finale, the KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack From the Netflix Film) delivers an electrifying fusion of cinematic narrative and chart-ready music.
Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist Serve Up ALFREDO 2: A Noir Feast of Rhymes and Beats
Five years after redefining the blueprint for a rapper-producer duo with their GRAMMY®-nominated classic Alfredo, Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist return with its long-awaited sequel, Alfredo 2, via Rabbit Vision/ALC Records/Virgin Music.
Inside Netflix’s SONGS FROM THE HOLE: Where Music Meets Redemption
SONGS FROM THE HOLE is a groundbreaking Netflix Original documentary-visual album that blends music, memory, and storytelling into a deeply affecting portrait of forgiveness, family, and the redemptive power of art.
GRAMMY®-Nominated TWISTERS: THE ALBUM Delivers a Storm of Country Hits Worth Spinning
The GRAMMY®-nominatedTwisters: The Album (Atlantic Records) is a groundbreaking soundtrack with Awards attention and critical acclaim.
Love, Art and Resilience: The Story of Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad Composed in AMERICAN SYMPHONY
The GRAMMY®-nominated American Symphony, is a deeply intimate exploration of art, love, and survival in the face of uncertainty.
HARGROVE: The Untold Story of a Jazz Genius and His Enduring Legacy
HARGROVE is a powerful documentary that delves into the life and legacy of jazz trumpet legend Roy Hargrove.
STEVIE VAN ZANDT: DISCIPLE - The Journey of a Rock 'n' Roll Apostle
Stevie Van Zandt, takes center stage in this feature documentary, STEVIE VAN ZANDT: DISCIPLE.
Art
Allison Morgan: Making Music Look the Way it Sounds
Allison Morgan began her music photography journey at a blues concert as a fan with a camera. Now she photographs the biggest in the biz.
Paul Rafferty: A Modern Day French Impressionist Making an Impression on the World of Art
Paul Rafferty, a distinguished artist residing on the French Riviera, has garnered international acclaim for his work as a plein art master.
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