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Director Wes Ball (The Maze Runner series) helms this enthralling installment in the Apes franchise with Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.

Kings of Leon's artful and emotionally resonant album recaptures the playful, post-punk energy of their early work, Amen Dunes' dense, challenging critique of American culture's need to conform is equal parts timely and timeless, and Keane's debut celebrates its 20th-anniversary with bonus material

Era-defining engineer, musician, and gadfly who founded the bands Big Black and Shellac whose recording credits included Nirvana, PJ Harvey, and the Pixies.

Many artists have changed their name, look, or genre throughout the years, but some have been far more successful and well-accepted by their audience than others. So what marks the difference between a smooth transition and a failed one?

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In April, our editors unearthed many gems including soulful grooves from Texas troubadour Charley Crockett (pictured), a collection of ferocious, candid songs from St. Vincent, and lush orchestral collaborations from guitarist Bill Frisell.

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt star in this reboot of the stunt-packed TV series.

Sia matches the power and intensity of her mid-2010s mainstream peak, Kamasi Washington uses the idea of dance as a creative and physical engine, and Broadcast gathers demos for what would have been the pioneering electronic pop duo's fifth album.

One of the most influential guitarists of the '50s, who forged a distinctive sound based on minimalism with lots of twangy reverb.

There are many excellent choices for sampling among April's new reviews. Start with Vaughan Williams: A Birthday Garland, a belated celebration of the composer's 150th birthday, put together by baritone Roderick Williams (pictured) and pianist Susie Allen. Discover this and more highlights on AllMus

With a long and complicated history, tennis players Tashi, Art, and Patrick are caught in a whirlwind of rivalry and revenge.

St. Vincent expresses the terror and exhilaration of being alive with ferocious, candid songs, Neil Young & Crazy Horse present a 2023 live set that captures a loose and comfortable performance of their proto-grunge album Ragged Glory, and Iron & Wine's new album features playful songs that pack the

The co-founder, keyboard player, and one of the three principal singers of the Moody Blues, Mike Pinder was a very visible presence in early progressive rock circles.

Each year, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction process is a heated debate about who should go in and what "Rock & Roll" even means, but the votes have been tallied and here are this year's inductees.

Following Duane Allman's death, guitarist and songwriter Dickey Betts became co-captain of the Allman Brothers Band with Gregg Allman, leading the group through ups and downs over the decades, all the while establishing the group as the preeminent Southern rock outfit.

In light of the message sent by Beyoncé's recent smash "Cowboy Carter", here is a list of musicians of color who are asserting their rightful share in country music's heritage.

In Civil War, Writer/Director Alex Garland (Annihilation) paints a picture of the United States if it were plunged into the chaos of Americans taking up arms against other Americans. By doing so from the point of view of photojournalists, the picture becomes a masterpiece of "what if."

AllMusic spoke with YACHT vocalist Claire L. Evans about the motivations, challenges, and revelations of integrating AI into their music-making process and a look at the possible future of collaboration.

This month we reviewed classical recordings celebrating the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, including a banjo version by Béla Fleck and an inventive medley by Michael Feinstein and Jean-Yves Thibaudet (pictured) that mixes Gershwin's songs with the Rhapsody.

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In March we discovered an assemblage of simple beauties, gentle freak-outs, and staggering vulnerabilities from Rosali (pictured), a previously lost concert from the great pianist and harpist Alice Coltrane, and a sprawling (and final) double LP from Sum 41.

Superstars flying private jets are in the spotlight thanks to those who closely monitor environmental footprints, but less time is devoted to considering how the music industry as a whole plays a role in impacting the environment.

In Daniel De Visé's in-depth new book The Blues Brothers - An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic, the author goes to phenomenal lengths to detail not just the making of the film, but goes back to the beginning, detailing the upbringings of the two actors,

In Daniel De Visé's in-depth new book The Blues Brothers - An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic, the author goes to phenomenal lengths to detail not just the making of the film, but goes back to the beginning, detailing the upbringings of the two actors,

Reclusive gym manager Lou falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder headed through town to Las Vegas in pursuit of her dream. But their love ignites violence, pulling them deep into the web of Lou's criminal family.

AllMusic had the chance to speak with Liberia-born, Chattanooga-based folk musician Mon Rovîa about his most recent single, "Don't Lose a Good Thing," how he holds onto his optimism, and his favorite type of tea.

On the heels of his many adventures, Po rises through the ranks to achieve the level of Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. When a sinister sorceress reawakens all of Po's previous foes, he must then embark on a quest to track down the newest Dragon Warrior and mentor them to help him vanquish

Frontman for power pop heroes the Raspberries and a solo star with a variety of classic pop styles, Carmen was beloved for the hit songs "All By Myself" and "Hungry Eyes."

A suave, mature vocalist who followed Sinatra's lead for decades, often as one half of Steve & Eydie with wife Eydie Gorme.

Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill spoke with AllMusic shortly before the release of the band's upcoming album Invincible Shield, discussing the record, his picks for favorite and most underrated Priest recordings, and if a 20th studio album is a possibility.

Determined to avenge his family, Paul Atreides joins the Fremen to build a strong war force in preparation for his battle against the Harkonnens. He must navigate the dangerous planet and harness the power of the spice. Fulfilling his destiny as the Kwisatz Haderach, his powers grow, and he becomes

Several albums stood out to our reviewers this month. One of those was a beautiful recital of French orchestral songs by Sandrine Piau (pictured). Also from France, Christophe Rousset lead his ensemble Les Talens Lyriques and impressive star singers in one of Lully's famous operas, Atys.

Two best friends have opposite personalities. Jamie is the free spirit of the two, currently regretting another breakup with her latest girlfriend. Meanwhile, Marian is the more demure friend trying to talk some sense into her uninhibited friend. They decide to go on a road trip to Tallahassee on a