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Dropping hints before dropping albums: The art of the tease

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The cost of ‘free’: How streaming undermines the value of music

Monthly subscriptions may seem affordable when compared to vinyl, but the cost quickly accumulates.

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‘Lux’ by Rosalía review: A breath of fresh air

'The Latin title ‘Lux’ perfectly embodies the concept and overall aesthetic of divine femininity, as well as the multilingual aspects that run throughout the work. With complex and meaningful lyrics written in 13 languages, and split into four movements, the record is a breath of fresh air for the pop scene'.

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The Magdalene Songs: Giving a singing voice to victims

★★★★★ Trigger warning: abuse Modern slavery, abuse, and human rights violations are not something you would...

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Music

Dropping hints before dropping albums: The art of the tease

The cost of ‘free’: How streaming undermines the value of music

‘Lux’ by Rosalía review: A breath of fresh air

The Magdalene Songs: Giving a singing voice to victims

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