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The singer-songwriter's newest record, Tell Me, was inspired by stories of heartbreak. But at 21, with two albums and many life experiences under her belt, Mayfield isn't always the one getting her heart broken.

In Lori Roy's debut the Scott family will go to any lengths to protect their bond — even murder. As Sarah Weinman writes, "Where Bent Road excels the most is in juxtaposing a seemingly encapsulated world of rural routine and slow pace against the rushing onslaught of violence."

He has been one of the most recognized and beloved Nigerian musicians of the past 20 years. The son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti, Femi Kuti has broken from his father's legacy and created his own unique identity.

The elder statesman of West Coast rap says his new single is punchlines and fun. Don't overthink it.

For the Texas trio, music and family have always been intertwined. The Brothers Garza talk about their new album and what they learned from their father, a music veteran in his own right.

The long-running Arizona rock band Sun City Girls says goodbye in "Funeral Mariachi," which sounds both familiar and unexpected. The song channels a dark sound — but, though reverent at times, it never takes itself too seriously.

The Recording Academy has slashed the number of Grammys that will be handed out. Among the hardest-hit genres: classical music.

A stunt, a joke or a big lie? There was nothing special in the story behind the New Jersey-based band Delicate Steve. A press release used to promote the band, on the other hand, was something altogether more fantastic.

"People Talk" is a catchy anthem about keeping your head up high in the face of gossipers and backbiters. "Never let them take away your livity / Live your life and be free," Etana croons. "I and I will survive."

After the acrimonious departure of guitarist and songwriter Noel Gallagher, the former members of Oasis have regrouped with a different name and a brash new sound.