An unexpected nonconformist to the rules of contemporary pop, Laufey's third album, “A Matter of Time” out Friday, pulls inspiration from country and Icelandic folk music as well as classical and bossa nova sounds.

Florence and the Machine will release a new album, Everybody Scream, on October 31. The Halloween-bound LP follows 2022’s Dance Fever and its expanded edition in 2023. Details remain thin on the ground, but the album is up for pre-sale in various formats—including some with bonus tracks and an alternate cover—on Florence’s website.

Florence and the Machine will hand out the ultimate Halloween treat, with their new album, Everybody Scream, set to arrive on Oct. 31.

KAYTRANADA. Dijon. Molly Tuttle. We discuss the best new albums of the week with arts critic Amelia Mason from WBUR in Boston.Intro• KAYTRANADA, 'AIN’T NO DAMN WAY!' (Stream)The Starting 5• Dijon, 'Baby' (Stream)• Marissa Nadler,

"Man's Best Friend" features 12 songs, including Carpenter's chart-topping single "Manchild." She unveiled the complete tracklist on Instagram earlier this month:

Laufey considers herself a "fangirl" and still can't believe her eclectic sound has been embraced by audiences.

Taylor Swift's new album has faced backlash as Pamela Anderson and Britney Spears are said to have been left raging over its theme.

Taylor Swift drew attention when she unveiled the cover of her upcoming album in a striking new look. The singer showcased a series of daring outfits and shared glimpses of the project during a recent podcast appearance.