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Best Albums of 2024
Twelve months of releases have passed, and it’s the perfect moment to reflect on what has been a remarkable year in music. From chart-topping anthems to hidden gems, the pop scene has flourished like never before, introducing us to fresh talent and redefining familiar sounds. New stars have emerged, claiming their space in our playlists, while established artists pushed creative boundaries to deliver unforgettable projects. Compiling this list was quite the challenge. After immersing myself in countless albums and EPs, each deserving recognition for their artistry, impact, and innovation, cutting it down to just 20 standout releases of 2024 proved to be difficult. But this list isn’t just about celebrating…
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Halsey’s The Great Impersonator: An Exploration of Identity and Legacy
In an age where reinvention is the currency of artistry, Halsey has made a career of questioning, “Who am I, really?”. Her fifth studio album, The Great Impersonator, takes this question to a new level. Starting in the 1970s and moving through to the early 2000s, she wonders: “What if I had debuted in a different era? Who would I have been?” This imaginative concept allows Halsey to channel iconic artists—from Marilyn Monroe and Stevie Nicks to Britney Spears and even a younger version of herself—crafting each song as a tribute while remaining deeply personal. The Great Impersonator, is a daring exploration of identity, mortality, and artistry, spanning decades of…
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“It was rare I was there”: I Remember the Eras Tour All Too Well
An extensive experience… The Eras Tour is making history, and it was definitely my favorite event of the year. I was wondering, where do I even start this post? Getting ready for the show, arriving at the arena, Taylor Swift coming on stage? Or over one year ago where I was in the Ticketmaster queue, buying beads to make dozens of friendship bracelets or scouting every shop for clothes that could become my eras tour outfit? The Eras Tour is something so extensive that it is hard to put the experience into a few words. It is reliving girlhood surrounded by other fans going through the same thing. It is a time…
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Amsterdam Audience Captivated by Charlotte Sands’ Dynamic Performance
When Charlotte Sand goes on stage there is an unmatched energy in the room. On the 12th of June the singer played the sold-out Melkweg in Amsterdam. An intimate show that stays in mind because of plenty personal interactions with her fans and Charlottes confession of love at first sight with the city of Amsterdam. This special evening was a night to remember. Kick Off… Even though this tour-stop in Amsterdam had no opening act, Charlotte mentions how proud she is to have a female fronted tour and still gives a shout out to the openers AJA and Emi Jeen who were the support act at all other shows. Feel…
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Nieve Ella Rocks Paradiso: Fan Love & Unreleased Hits
When you see bows in braided hair and flowy outfits with ruffles and lace, you know you’re at the right place! The indie newcomer Nieve Ella played the Paradiso Amsterdam on the 20th of April and her fanbase showed up in style and full of energy and dedication. From start to finish her fans screamed along every word to every song. Even the ones that are not released yet! Dynamic Set and Vibrant Performance Nieve and her band played a variety of songs from fan favourites to covers to unreleased tracks and shared background stories to most of the tracks. You could just see the excitement and joy radiating from…
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Cigarettes After Sex Share New Single Dark Vacay: From Heartbreak and Nostalgia
Cigarettes After Sex released the second single “Dark Vacay” of their anticipated upcoming album “X’s”. The song dives into the topic of looking back to beautiful memories from a perspective where they already fell apart. The nostalgia of wishing you appreciated the beauty while it lasted is captured in the moody soundscape, tranquil guitars and hushed vocals. Lead singer Greg Gonzalez describes the song like this: “This song is about a romance I had a few years ago. We went on tour together & were lucky enough to go to all these wonderful places, mostly having fun at first. As the tour continued though, everything started falling apart & we…
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Raye Makes Her Stunning Debut In The O2 London
After breaking records and winning 6 awards at the BRITS this month Raye has now followed up with an iconic show at the O2 arena in London. The one night only spectacle called “My 21st Century Symphony” had been sold out within a day due to the high demand to see Raye perform her debut album with The Heritage Orchestra and Flames Collective. The classy look of the stage sets the mood for this very special night. Silky curtains frame the stage and as a narrator finished the intro RAYE comes out to the front standing under the neon sign illuminating her name. Knowing the history of her debut album…
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Aimei媚 Releases New Track “I Like U Looking At Me”
Aimei媚 is a young talent that brings fresh sounds into the realm of dark pop and adds catchy electronic beats to her tracks. With only two released songs she is already showing off her huge potential. Can it be a hot summer day already? Because her new single I Like U Looking At Me is the perfect song to dance a summer night away! It steps into the footsteps of her first single V&V which sets a similar brilliant tone. Blurry visuals, catchy melodies, and lyrics that capture the feeling of figuring out the world all unite in the fluorescent world of Aimei媚 . The style of Aimei媚 is distinct…
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The Best Albums of 2023
There were so many great music releases this year and newcomers as well as long beloved artists putting out new projects that won over my heart. All the rankings and memories led to this list of my personal best albums of 2023. Let’s get started with my 10 favourite picks. 10) Snow Angel – Reneé Rapp Such a confident debut album with amazing vocals. A mix of emotional ballads and upbeat tracks that are made to be performed on stage. Reneé is a popstar in the making and we are SO ready for whatever comes next! Fave Song: Gemini Moon 9)Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd…
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Chappell Roan Review: The Pink Pony Club arrives Amsterdam
Chappell Roan is on her Europe tour and takes us on a colourful trip through her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess. On the 9th of December it is finally time. The pop princess is taking over the Melkweg Amsterdam with her colourful energetic show. The audience is showing up in cowboy hats, glitter, leather and highly artistic makeup. Chappell’s shows are a type of costume party as she gives a theme based on one of her songs for each city on her tour. For Amsterdam and Paris, the theme is based on her song My Kink Is Karma. Check out the music video and see…
