Despite all the ups and downs in the world this year, 2021 was a good year for music of all sorts. There were thrilling returns by veteran artists, impressive debuts from newer acts, and the development of fascinating new scenes…
‘Little Oblivions’ review: Julien Baker stuns in her strongest album to date
Singer-songwriter Julien Baker has always been a shockingly honest performer with songs so cathartic and visceral in their rendering that it allows listeners to set their baggage alongside hers as a means of escape. She lays it all so bare,…
The Young Folks’ Top 50 Albums of 2017
For the second year in a row, The Young Folks music staff has compiled a list of our Top 50 favorite albums of the year. For the 2017 installment we have expanded the list to include all 16 active music…
Album Review: Julien Baker – “Turn Out the Lights”
Despite her smaller stature and vocals that play into the general sweetness of her tone, singer-songwriter Julien Baker packs a hell of a punch. Her debut album Sprained Ankle in 2015 inspired a wave of fans who were instantly taken with her…