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September 12, 1:08 pm

Album review: Mitch Rowland contrasts musical styles in new album ‘Whistling Pie’

This post was updated Nov. 4 at 11:08 p.m. Mitch Rowland steps to center stage with his sophomore album. While “Come June” was a vulnerable project presented as if overhearing a personal conversation, “Whistling Pie” is meant to be shared with the world. Read more...

Photo: Artwork for Mitch Rowland’s second studio album “Whistling Pie.” Released Sept. 12, Rowland’s new LP reflects more confidence, showcasing a more diverse sound than his previous project (Courtesy of Erskine Records/Giant Music)

Arts Columns, Theater & Fine Arts

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August 31, 12:56 pm

Theater review: Corny comedy “Shucked” offers curious commentary, charms all ears

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 4:21 p.m. Sweet and satisfying, “Shucked” is worthy of all ears. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. Read more...

Photo: Several actors clad in denim and overalls pose excitedly on a stage featuring props of corn and a wagon. The Tony-winning musical comedy has sprouted at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where it will stay through Sept. 7 on its national tour. (Courtesy of shuckedmusical.com)

Arts, Arts Columns, Lifestyle

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August 30, 12:47 pm

Book review: R.F. Kuang’s ‘Katabasis’ combines logic, theory with captivating story of growth

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:59 p.m. Warning: Spoilers for R.F. Kuang’s “Katabasis” ahead. “Katabasis” is an intriguing book for academics but possibly a challenging journey for casual readers. Read more...

Photo: Shown is the cover of R.F. Kuang’s latest novel, “Katabasis.” The story follows two graduate students’ journey to hell to save their professor. (Courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers)

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August 29, 6:42 pm

Album review: Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” lacks deft lyricism, fresh perspectives

This post was updated Aug. 31 at 7:48 p.m. In a summer short on compelling album releases, “Man’s Best Friend” falls far short of being Sabrina Carpenter’s best album. Read more...

Photo: Cover for Sabrina Carpenter’s seventh studio album “Man’s Best Friend.” Released Aug. 29, the singer-songwriter’s anticipated LP lacks Carpenter’s characteristic wit and humor. (Courtesy of Island Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.)

Arts, Arts Columns, Music

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August 22, 4:57 pm

Album Review: Laufey’s “A Matter of Time” explores new styles, anxieties of love

This post was updated Aug. 24 at 3:23 p.m. Laufey has worked out what makes love tick. Following the success of the 2023 Grammy Award-winning album “Bewitched,” the Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter released her heartfelt third studio album, “A Matter of Time,” on Aug. Read more...

Photo: Album cover of “A Matter of Time” shows an all-blue color scheme, with Laufey posing in front of a clock. The Grammy-winning singer released her third studio album on Aug. 22 (Courtesy of Vingolf Recordings under exclusive license to AWAL Recordings America, Inc.)

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August 21, 2:38 pm

K. X. Song discusses themes, inspiration in sequel ‘The Dragon Wakes with Thunder’

This post was updated Aug. 24 at 3:31 p.m. Warning: Spoilers for “The Night Ends with Fire” ahead. This summer, alumnus K. X. Song is heating up bookshelves with the thrilling sequel to her Mulan-inspired fantasy novel, “The Night Ends with Fire.” Song is a diaspora writer whose debut young adult novel, “An Echo in the City,” won the Freeman Book Award and was named a Best Book of 2023 by the Financial Times and Kirkus Reviews. Read more...

Photo: Author K. X. Song smiles for a photo. Her newest novel, “The Dragon Wakes with Thunder,” is the epic second installation in her duology, “The Dragon Spirit.” (Courtesy of Ruan Yunong)


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