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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In the final track of his 2018 album *Scorpion*, Drake seemed poised to embrace maturity, revealing the existence of his hidden son amid a turbulent feud with Kanye West and Pusha T. This introspective moment suggested a shift from the

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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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Every Friday, EW’s music team rounds up the five standout tracks of the week. This edition features an eclectic mix of artists making waves with their latest releases. Kacey Musgraves makes a striking return with “Justified,” a track from her

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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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