RIFF Magazine

• REVIEW: The Strokes look to past and future in 'Reality Awaits' | RIFF | RIFF Magazine | July 23, 2026, noon
The Strokes introduce new sounds but remain true to their identity. ‘Reality Awaits’ discusses the inevitabilities and cycles of human life.

• ALBUM REVIEW: Tyla takes amapiano to global heights on 'A*POP' | RIFF | RIFF Magazine | July 24, 2026, 8:46 a.m.
Tyla builds on the success of 'Water' with 'A*POP,' blending polished pop, amapiano and South African roots into another confident album.