Jay Buchanan is a lover, not a fighter. If you spend some time listening to the soul-stirring songs he’s made with blues rock ...

We believe that the traditions and practices embedded in these three folk songs have profoundly changed how we view lyrics.

Central Iowa duo Beggars Bargain has arrived with a soulful indie-rock style and an album fueled by relentless positivity.

A wave of nostalgia hit hard in 2016 with the debut of Stranger Things, taking us back to the ’80s, including the cassette ...

If legends are to be believed, the Devil has long taken a special interest in music and those who master it too well. We trace the history of Faustian bargains from Renaissance Europe to the American ...

Watching a game of chess play out isn’t exactly the most exciting way to spend a night out — let alone playing one. Learning which piece is which and how they move across the board is already a chore ...

Let's raise a Bic lighter to time-honored rock bands that are still active in 2026, with one or more of the original members ...

Released Jan. 16, Madison Beer’s new album, “locket,” delves into her deepest thoughts and feelings. Staff Writer Kelly Kowalewski reviews the heartfelt release.

The other weekend, as I sat in church with my family, something unexpected happened. A hymn I’ve heard countless times before suddenly felt new. Maybe it was the quiet of the sanctuary, or the ...

It's astounding how many iconic movie and TV moments have been misremembered by audiences over the years, but this is thanks ...

Billy Bragg, who just wrote and released the song “City of Heroes,” talks with the Monitor about the impact of protest songs.

The 2026 Grammys, which will be hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, will be broadcast live on CBS and stream live and on demand on Paramount+. The ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. PT/ 8 p.m. ET and end ...