Justin Bieber's "Yummy" is a Tasteless Disaster
Derivative and tacky, the singer’s comeback record kicks the year off wrong.
Tag: pop music
Taylor Swift Indulges in the Joy of Being a Lover, Not a Fighter
Taylor Swift returns to form by following the silver lining.
Billboard, the Streisand Effect, Race, and the Other Ingredients of “Old Town Road’s” Record-Breaking Success
Lil Nas X’s landmark achievement reflects how much – and how little – the pop music industry has changed.
Will Young’s Lexicon is Elegant British Pop at its Finest
Pop Idol’s inaugural winner claims his rightful place amongst pop’s elder statesmen.
Did Miley Cyrus and Black Mirror Accidentally Save Pop?
Probably not, but “On a Roll” is a frothy, fun bop.
“Never Really Over” is Katy Perry’s Best Single in Years
After a rough last album, Katy Perry finds renewed pop purpose.
Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran’s “I Don’t Care” is Likably Basic
Less a comeback than a victory nap, one of the year’s biggest collabs will be a surefire smash, for better or worse.
Shawn Mendes Rehashes the Right Way with “If I Can’t Have You”
If there’s nothing new under the sun, at least make it pretty sweet, says Shawn Mendes.
