Mickey Guyton made waves in country music last summer with “Black Like Me,” a powerful anthem inspired by John Howard Griffin’s book and her own experiences as a Black woman. This track, which became a surprise hit, was a standout

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On her third album, *Grey Area* (2019), British rapper Little Simz navigated the trials of her mid-20s, addressing a “mid-life crisis” concept with surprising maturity for a 24-year-old. Now 27, on her follow-up album *Sometimes I Might Be Introvert*, Simz

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Since forming in 2011, Glasgow trio Chvrches has been at the forefront of the synth-pop revival, captivating audiences with their modern take on new wave. Vocalist Lauren Mayberry’s distinctive soprano, combined with Iain Cook and Martin Doherty’s lush production, creates

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