Sunday, July 19

Album review: Kacey Musgraves lassos listeners back in with fresh lyrics on ‘Middle of Nowhere’

Kacey Musgraves is “Back On The Wagon” and serving up a fresh set of songs just as great as her past discography. The eight-time Grammy winner released her sixth studio album, “Middle of Nowhere,” on Friday. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is the cover for Kacey Musgraves sixth studio album, “Middle of Nowehere.” Diving back into the sound of her earlier work, the singer’s new LP features her detailed lyricism and multiple collaborations. (Courtesy of Kacey Musgraves, under exclusive license to Lost Highway)



Film review: ‘Michael’ delivers dazzling dances but poor, omissive writing

This post was updated April 28 at 9:21 p.m. Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of physical and sexual abuse of children. Warning: Spoilers ahead. “Michael” captures the glory of the King of Pop’s stage presence but fails dismally at meaningfully telling his story. Read more...

Photo: Jaafar Jackson, who stars as his uncle Michael Jackson, poses on his toes as a massive audience cheers behind him. “Michael,” directed by Antoine Fuqua, was released April 24 by Lionsgate and follows the 13-time Grammy winner from 1966 to 1988. (Courtesy of IMDb)



Album review: Noah Kahan’s ‘The Great Divide’ explores roots and stardom lyrically, sonically

This post was updated April 26 at 8:31 p.m. Noah Kahan has cemented himself as one of the greats. The Grammy-nominated folk-pop artist delivered his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “The Great Divide,” on Friday. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is the cover for Noah Kahan’s new album “The Great Divide.” Released on Friday, the hour-and-seventeen-minute LP features 17 tracks. (Courtesy of Mercury Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.)


Theater review: ‘For Want of a Horse’ exploration of zoophilia falls flat but humor excels

This post was updated April 23 at 7:59 p.m. Editor’s note: This review contains descriptions of criminal sexual activity involving animals that some readers may find disturbing. Read more...

Photo: Steven Culp (left) and Joey Stromberg (right) are pictured on stage. Echo Theater Company held the world premiere of “For Want of a Horse” on April 18 at the Atwater Village Theater. (Courtesy of Cooper Bates)


Concert review: Maisie Peters’ ‘Before The Bloom Tour’ is imperfect but full of charisma

This post was updated April 23 at 7:53 p.m. Maisie Peters might have performed before the bloom, but her artistry blossomed on stage. The British singer-songwriter brought her “Before The Bloom Tour” to Hollywood’s Fonda Theatre on Wednesday night. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is Maisie Peters performing on stage with members of the crowd raising their arms. The British singer performed at Los Angeles’ Fonda Theater on Wednesday as part of her “Before The Bloom Tour.” (Bettina Wu/Daily Bruin senior staff)



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