Ryan’s Favorite Music of 2025
The sounds that struck me most this year, including subversive slowcore, deranged future-pop, apocalyptic techno, and more.
Claire Rousay
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Claire Rousay Breaks Down 7 Perfectly Produced Songs
The ambient experimentalist dissects records by faves including Elliott Smith and Charli XCX, and details the process behind her twilit new album, ‘A Little Death.’
Throwback Soul, Futuristic Synths
Plus an ambient collaboration between two of our favorite musicians and more
Longform Editions, a Bastion of Experimental Sounds, Is Shutting Down
After more than 160 releases, the project’s founder talks about its legacy, why it’s ending, and what’s next.
Ryan’s Favorite Music of 2024
Including TikTok mashups and epic albums, ambient jazz and sugar-rush pop, beloved stalwarts and geniuses you’ve never heard of
Claire Rousay Explains Her Credit Card Statement
The emo ambient experimentalist talks through recent purchases including freeze-dried dog food, an exceptional cappuccino (with whole milk), and so many sour gummy worms.