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Though it may be tempting to categorize Chicago band Mazes as a twee band by the sound of its upbeat and melodic opening song, "Manual Systems," the melancholy lyrics that follow expose a darker side to this otherwise buoyant group, preventing the trio's self-titled debut album from becoming too saccharine. Rich, evocative images, like shattered dreams, long lines, exploding soda cans, black hearts, and dark forests, accompany jaunty guitar solos, upbeat piano interludes, and cheery duets to create an intriguing mix of lows and highs.

Mike Nau and Whitney McGraw of the band Page France return with a soulful and melancholy record under the name Cotton Jones. David Dye previews some songs from the band's first studio LP, Paranoid Cocoon.

The singer and multi-instrumentalist relies on violins, guitars and whistling to craft a unique sound that's difficult to describe. On his latest album, Noble Beast, Bird even uses his words as instruments, creating lyrics from archaic and esoteric words that conform to the melodies in his head.

This year, voters in a record number of states will weigh in on ballot measures related to abortion, with some proposals advanced by abortion-rights supporters and others advanced by opponents.

Experts say such an approach isn't a good idea. The strategy's opponents also include teachers groups and the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio.

Linda Villarosa says bias in the health care system and the "weathering" affect of living in a racist society are taking a serious toll on African Americans. Her new book is Under the Skin.

Air travel demand is back to pre-pandemic levels, while fares are soaring. Staffing shortages leave airlines with little wiggle room when bad weather hits, which could lead to delays and cancellations

Sylvan Esso's Amelia Meath and Daughter of Swords' Alexandra Sauser-Monnig team up for a kooky, inquisitive and comforting performance.

The select committee has announced without explanation that the hearing scheduled for June 15 has been postponed. The next hearing will take place June 16.

A group of researchers photograph a woolly mammoth tusk on the banks of the Koyukuk River in Alaska.