Over the last decade, pop’s sonic spaces grew isolated and claustrophobic. But this year the pendulum started to swing back toward solidarity, and even a glimpse of optimism. By Jon Pareles Music ...

Something old, something new: Popular music in 2019 had plenty of both, and there was no shortage of rewards to be had and heard. As we gear up for the ‘20s (finally, a decade with a real name again!) ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Pop music is back in a big way, with artists like Dua Lipa, Little Mix ...