The Pitchfork Review
The Hollow Spectacle of Travis Scott’s Utopia
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss why the superstar rapper’s long-awaited new album is such a disappointment.
The Best of Pitchfork Music Festival, Then and Now
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics reminisce about their favorite moments from past Pitchfork Festivals and talk about who they’re looking forward to seeing most this weekend in Chicago.
Why HBO’s The Idol Is So Fascinatingly Bad
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss the near-hits and wild misses of the controversial pop-star drama starring the Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp.
Elliott Smith Like You’ve Never Heard Him Before
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics draw surprising connections between unearthed songs Elliott Smith made with his high school friends and the music that turned him into a legend.
Fear Will Not Stop Queer Nightlife
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss the queer nightlife scene’s resilience amid anti-trans legislation and attacks on LGBTQ+ communities.
Janelle Monáe Creates a Queer Paradise on The Age of Pleasure
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss the pop world-builder’s fourth studio album, which abandons their sci-fi past for a more joyous future.
Foo Fighters Rock Through the Pain Once Again
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss the eternal arena-rock band’s new album, But Here We Are, their first since the death of longtime drummer Taylor Hawkins.
The Best and Worst Songs of 2023 So Far
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics highlight songs from the first half of the year that we have on repeat—and the ones we never want to hear again.
What Does AI Mean for the Future of Music?
In this crossover podcast episode, our Editor-in Chief Puja Patel joins Wired’s Gideon Lichfield and Lauren Goode to discuss how AI is changing how music is made and heard.
Does Daft Punk’s Random Access Memories Hold Up 10 Years Later?
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics look back on the French robots’ audacious final album.
Words of Wisdom From Laurie Anderson and Kim Gordon
This episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast features an interview with the two music legends about maintaining your sanity as an artist, the fight for reproductive rights, and the essay collection This Woman’s Work.
Jessie Ware Reaches Disco Nirvana on That! Feels Good!
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics talk about the British singer’s new album, a sumptuous celebration of sex, love, and good times.
Dissecting Frank Ocean’s Coachella Performance and Its Aftermath
In this episode of The Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics talk about what it was like to witness Frank’s puzzling set in the California desert, and what it means for the star moving forward.
What Does Weed Music Sound Like Now?
In this episode of The Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics celebrate 4/20 by talking about the relationship between weed and music throughout history and what it means today.
The Ambient Anger of Yaeji’s With a Hammer
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics talk about the deep ideas simmering underneath the surface of the electronic artist’s debut album.
The Mythologies of Lana Del Rey’s Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd
In this episode of The Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics talk about the singer-songwriter’s one-of-a-kind career as well as her latest exercise in postmodern poeticism.
Supergroup Therapy With Boygenius’ Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker
The trio talk about zodiac signs, friendship, the scourge of “sad girl” indie rock, and their debut album in this episode of The Pitchfork Review.
A Conversation With Improvisational Geniuses Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, and Shahzad Ismaily
This episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast features the trio of masterful musicians talking about their collaborative new album, Love in Exile.
The Subversive Power of Fever Ray and Yves Tumor
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss new albums by a couple of our favorite eccentric enigmas.
Music at the Oscars: The Genius of Tár, the Absurdity of Elvis, and David Byrne’s Favorite Film Scores
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics discuss the biggest music-themed Oscar contenders. Plus, Best Song nominees David Byrne and Son Lux leader Ryan Lott talk about what makes a great movie score.
Måneskin Are What Happens When Rock Goes Wrong
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics take on the abomination that is Måneskin’s new album.
Lil Yachty’s Let’s Start Here. Is a Surface-Level Rebrand
In this episode of the Pitchfork Review podcast, our critics talk about the rapper’s surprising voyage into the realm of psychedelic soul.