New York Times

• ‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ Review: O Come, All Ye Faithful | New York Times | Nov. 14, 2025, 8:01 a.m.
In their fan-oriented and self-mocking holiday comedy, the millennial boy band delivers pure festive sugar rush.

• On ‘Finally Over It,’ Summer Walker Is R&B’s Maestro of the Funny Side of Heartbreak | New York Times | Nov. 18, 2025, 7:15 p.m.
On “Finally Over It,” the singer and songwriter rolls her eyes and brings in like-minded cynics for tracks that recall the soulful sounds of the ’90s.

• Ethel Cain, Pop’s Experimental Problem Child, Will Never Be the Same | New York Times | July 30, 2025, 3 p.m.
One of music’s least likely breakout stars returns to the spotlight following a successful debut, an indulgent ambient detour and some recent controversy.

• Abel Tesfaye Bids Farewell to The Weeknd | New York Times | May 11, 2025, 9:01 a.m.
In his new film, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” the Weeknd plays the Weeknd for the last time. What’s next for him?

• ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Review: The Weeknd’s Overextended Music Video | New York Times | May 15, 2025, 10 p.m.
A filmic companion to the Weeknd’s latest album, this meta psychological thriller is all style and no substance.

• The Weeknd Hits No. 1 for a Fifth Time With ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ | New York Times | Feb. 10, 2025, 3:40 p.m.
Boosted by physical sales and a Grammy performance, the album had the biggest week since Taylor Swift’s huge opening last year.

• On “Eusexua,” FKA twigs Bends Pop to Her Will | New York Times | Jan. 31, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
Our chief pop critic reviews the shape-shifting artist’s new album, “Eusexua.”

• Which songs will Kendrick Lamar perform during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show? | New York Times
Lamar's discography is lengthy, but he added more options to his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show with his new album, "GNX."

• ‘GNX’ Review: Kendrick Lamar Heads Back to His Comfort Zone on Surprise Album | New York Times | Nov. 25, 2024, 4:48 p.m.
After a war of words with Drake that yielded one of the biggest hits of Lamar’s career, the Los Angeles rapper is eager to shift back on his sixth album.