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The Best Film of 2025
The Best Film of 2025 » PopMatters
Like life itself in these times the visceral, the absurd, and the morbid all take their rightful place in our eclectic compilation of Best Films 2025.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The Best Film of 2025
Celebrated writer, actor, director, and activist Rob Reiner had a broad appeal and a political conscience, making his untimely passing all the more tragic.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Celebrated writer, actor, director, and activist Rob Reiner had a broad appeal and a political conscience, making his untimely passing all the more tragic.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Dead Kennedys’ Frankenchrist is sadly relevant at 40 years old.
The album is a full-scale assault on Reagan’s America–the hypocrisy, seedy undercurrent beneath the slogans, and institutional racism. tinyurl.com/DeadKenn85
The album is a full-scale assault on Reagan’s America–the hypocrisy, seedy undercurrent beneath the slogans, and institutional racism. tinyurl.com/DeadKenn85
December 12, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Dead Kennedys’ Frankenchrist is sadly relevant at 40 years old.
The album is a full-scale assault on Reagan’s America–the hypocrisy, seedy undercurrent beneath the slogans, and institutional racism. tinyurl.com/DeadKenn85
The album is a full-scale assault on Reagan’s America–the hypocrisy, seedy undercurrent beneath the slogans, and institutional racism. tinyurl.com/DeadKenn85
The 25 Best Electronic Albums of 2025
The 25 Best Electronic Albums of 2025 » PopMatters
This year's best electronic albums span the widest range of styles of any genre, ranging from melodic electro and warm house to the experimental outer reaches.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:11 PM
The 25 Best Electronic Albums of 2025
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December 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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In Robert Kramer’s documentary 'Route One/USA', a fictional character rides shotgun in this road trip through history and memory.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:40 PM
In Robert Kramer’s documentary 'Route One/USA', a fictional character rides shotgun in this road trip through history and memory.
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Amadou & Mariam’s final album is a testament to their creative and personal chemistry. Their music has always brightened a room.
'L'amour à la folie' is a #PMPick
'L'amour à la folie' is a #PMPick
Amadou & Mariam Bid a Poignant Farewell » PopMatters
Amadou & Mariam's final album is a testament to their creative and personal chemistry. Their music has always been able to brighten a room.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Amadou & Mariam’s final album is a testament to their creative and personal chemistry. Their music has always brightened a room.
'L'amour à la folie' is a #PMPick
'L'amour à la folie' is a #PMPick
This music is a testament to the pleasures of pop, where the Beatles' peerless melodies shine through in every number, making for very entertaining listening.
The Beatles Transformed with a Little Help From Their Friends » PopMatters
This music is a testament to the pleasures of pop, where the Beatles' peerless melodies shine through in every number, making for very entertaining listening.
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December 11, 2025 at 2:04 PM
This music is a testament to the pleasures of pop, where the Beatles' peerless melodies shine through in every number, making for very entertaining listening.
The 25 Best Pop Albums of 2025
The year's pop music radiates with unstoppable playlist power, much-needed sweet escapism, self-reflection, self-criticism, and killer melodies.
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The year's pop music radiates with unstoppable playlist power, much-needed sweet escapism, self-reflection, self-criticism, and killer melodies.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:42 PM
The 25 Best Pop Albums of 2025
The year's pop music radiates with unstoppable playlist power, much-needed sweet escapism, self-reflection, self-criticism, and killer melodies.
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The year's pop music radiates with unstoppable playlist power, much-needed sweet escapism, self-reflection, self-criticism, and killer melodies.
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Trey Anastasio's music might not be able to save the world per se, but it shines a light that provides spiritual sustenance for fans. – @gms111.bsky.social
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December 11, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Trey Anastasio's music might not be able to save the world per se, but it shines a light that provides spiritual sustenance for fans. – @gms111.bsky.social
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The Mountain Goats' John Darnielle is adept at carving patterns, often creating threads in his music by returning to idols that are both familiar and ever-evolving.
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December 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The Mountain Goats' John Darnielle is adept at carving patterns, often creating threads in his music by returning to idols that are both familiar and ever-evolving.
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Sharp Pins’ catchy new album should be celebrated for its authentic 1960s pop-rock representation, even if it’s unclear what exactly makes the band unique.
Sharp Pins Show No Signs of Imposter Syndrome » PopMatters
Sharp Pins' catchy new album should be celebrated for its authentic 1960s pop-rock representation, even if it's unclear what exactly makes the band unique.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Sharp Pins’ catchy new album should be celebrated for its authentic 1960s pop-rock representation, even if it’s unclear what exactly makes the band unique.
Listening to 'The Return of the Durutti Column' is like being given the key to a world that, while not as secret as before, is well worth exploring.
'The Return of the Durutti Column (Expanded & Remastered)' is a #PMPick via @londonrecords.bsky.social
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'The Return of the Durutti Column (Expanded & Remastered)' is a #PMPick via @londonrecords.bsky.social
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'The Return of the Durutti Column' Is Long Overdue » PopMatters
Listening to The Return of the Durutti Column is like being given the key to a world that, while not as secret as before, is well worth exploring.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Listening to 'The Return of the Durutti Column' is like being given the key to a world that, while not as secret as before, is well worth exploring.
'The Return of the Durutti Column (Expanded & Remastered)' is a #PMPick via @londonrecords.bsky.social
REVIEW: tinyurl.com/DuruttiReturn
'The Return of the Durutti Column (Expanded & Remastered)' is a #PMPick via @londonrecords.bsky.social
REVIEW: tinyurl.com/DuruttiReturn
December 10, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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The 80 Best Albums of 2025
The 80 Best Albums of 2025 » PopMatters
The best albums of 2025 challenged orthodoxies, created new genres, and spanned a vast range of musical styles and traditions, while looking forward.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The 80 Best Albums of 2025
The 15 Best Ambient Albums of 2025
In a year of daring experimentation in #ambient music, sometimes the most classic-minded records are the ones that gave people what they wanted. – @sawdeye.bsky.social
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In a year of daring experimentation in #ambient music, sometimes the most classic-minded records are the ones that gave people what they wanted. – @sawdeye.bsky.social
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The 15 Best Ambient Albums of 2025 » PopMatters
In a year of daring experimentation in the best ambient music, sometimes the most classic-minded records are the ones that gave people what they wanted.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:44 PM
The 15 Best Ambient Albums of 2025
In a year of daring experimentation in #ambient music, sometimes the most classic-minded records are the ones that gave people what they wanted. – @sawdeye.bsky.social
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In a year of daring experimentation in #ambient music, sometimes the most classic-minded records are the ones that gave people what they wanted. – @sawdeye.bsky.social
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December 8, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Like Steven Soderbergh, director Michael Winterbottom has become very good at shapeshifting, making his work difficult to shoehorn into a genre.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Like Steven Soderbergh, director Michael Winterbottom has become very good at shapeshifting, making his work difficult to shoehorn into a genre.
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Laura Fisher has added another unique entry to her compelling discography, creating a piece that is impressive on a technical level and a captivating listen.
Laura Fisher's 'Celestina' Is a Spellbinding Improv Performance » PopMatters
Laura Fisher has added another unique entry to her compelling discography, creating a piece that is impressive on a technical level and a captivating listen.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Laura Fisher has added another unique entry to her compelling discography, creating a piece that is impressive on a technical level and a captivating listen.
Yves Jarvis beefs up the Polaris Prize-winning album 'All Cylinders' with more songs for a new release. It's the sound of the experimental becoming accessible.
'All Cylinders (Deluxe)' is a #PMPick out now.
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'All Cylinders (Deluxe)' is a #PMPick out now.
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Yves Jarvis Raises His Voice for Captivating Album » PopMatters
Yves Jarvis beefs up the Polaris Prize-winning album All Cylinders with more songs for a new release. It's the sound of the experimental becoming accessible.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Yves Jarvis beefs up the Polaris Prize-winning album 'All Cylinders' with more songs for a new release. It's the sound of the experimental becoming accessible.
'All Cylinders (Deluxe)' is a #PMPick out now.
REVIEW: tinyurl.com/YvesJarvis25
'All Cylinders (Deluxe)' is a #PMPick out now.
REVIEW: tinyurl.com/YvesJarvis25
The 80 Best Albums of 2025
The 80 Best Albums of 2025 » PopMatters
The best albums of 2025 challenged orthodoxies, created new genres, and spanned a vast range of musical styles and traditions, while looking forward.
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December 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The 80 Best Albums of 2025
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The 30 Best Rock Albums of 2025
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
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This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
December 5, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The 30 Best Rock Albums of 2025
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
The 30 Best Rock Albums of 2025
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
December 5, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The 30 Best Rock Albums of 2025
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25
This was another noteworthy year for the best rock music. Some artists followed a debut with a stunning second LP and mainstays showed a return to form or evolved.
READ: tinyurl.com/BestRock25