The Albumist

It's Better If We Learn to Dance

Music is one of the few arenas of public discourse that remains undisturbed by political censorship.

Feb 12 • The Albumist

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January 2026

La Mia Musica Italiana Preferita

Riding around Italy in a two-door, manual Fiat feels cinematic.

Jan 28 • The Albumist

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December 2025

My Favorite Albums of 2025

There’s a sticker on a light post illuminating the train platform I walk by almost everyday.

Dec 23, 2025 • The Albumist

February 2025

A Minorrrr Grammy Recap

Dope performances.

Feb 4, 2025 • The Albumist

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January 2025

What I Want to See at 2025 Grammys

I’m not making picks or offering betting advice.

Jan 28, 2025 • The Albumist

Focus on What You Can Control

The psychotherapist Phil Stutz has this concept called Life Force that is a tool to build a more fulfilling life, overcome obstacles, and unleash your…

Jan 14, 2025 • The Albumist

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Hail to the Queen

It was probably right when you went for your cousin walk or as your over-served uncle embarked on identity jokes when Beyoncé was setting the gold…

Jan 7, 2025 • The Albumist

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December 2024

1% Better

You’re probably not going to accomplish your New Year’s resolution.

Dec 30, 2024 • The Albumist

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My 10 Favorite Albums of 2024

Ranking athletes is a go-to topic for any given sports talk show or podcast.

Dec 16, 2024 • The Albumist

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Music is a Time Machine

Do you ever hear a song that transports you to a specific moment?

Dec 9, 2024 • The Albumist

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Tis the Season

Christmas music is a lot like Country music to me.

Dec 2, 2024 • The Albumist

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November 2024

What the Zuck

Every freshman dorm has a dude who can kind of play acoustic guitar.

Nov 25, 2024 • The Albumist

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