The 10 Best Albums for Halloween, Ranked
Halloween music is more than just 'Monster Mash' — it’s a seasonal treat that’s getting more expansive by the minute and spans several genres.
13 Best Halloween Songs of All Time — Halloween Party Playlist
Elevate your pandemic-era Halloween with these essential and downright spooky tracks.
11 Best Books on Social Justice
From worker's rights to the racial plight of our brothers and sisters, walk a mile in someone else's shoes with books on social justice.
The Worst Band Names of All Time
There are plenty of terrible band names but the worst of the lot are so bad they are practically legendary.
Dudda Dudda Dud-Duh: These Are the Best Video Game Music Soundtracks
The gaming world has always paid special attention to music and these outstanding scores best demonstrate that.
How Music Venues Have Been Affected By the Pandemic
Music venues are suffering a particularly bad case of the pandemic blues as COVID-19 continues to halt live shows.
The Best Band Names of All Time
The music world is full of great band names but only a select few are worthy of being called the very best.
Everything You Need to Know About High-Resolution Music
High-res music is the audio equivalent of high definition, adding depth, premium audio engineering, and richness to your favorite tracks.
Music for the Dog Days of Summer
As the days shorten and back to school ads start popping up, you need music that tells you that it’s still very much summer and everything is going to be okay.
Arashi is the Most Popular Band You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of
Arashi is an extremely powerful force in the realm of international pop music, despite having no major presence in American music.
Our 7 Nominees for Album of the Summer
And so begins the great debate: What is the absolute best album of summer 2020?
Travel at Home With the Best Books From Around the World
Make staycations more interesting with family and books about a vacation destination. Expert advice comes from Lynn Lobash, of the New York Public Library.
12 of the Best Voices Across All Music Genres
There are plenty of good singers, but those with golden vocal cords stop listeners in their tracks. Queue the goosebumps: These 12 voices are sonically sublime.
10 Great Books You Can Read in One Sitting
These brief but masterful novels are worth reading all the way through in one sitting.
Understanding Club Music: 5 Sub-Genres You Need To Know
In celebration of the indefatigable spirit of club-goers around the world, we’re going through five sub-genres of club music that you absolutely need to know.
The Best Quarantine Musical Performances
The quarantine can keep us at home but it can't stop the music, whether it's an emotional new track or dance party mixtape.
5 Book Series That Were Better Than Their Movies
These 5 amazing book series made for great movies too, but the books offered something the films could not.
Catch Some (Sound) Waves With An Intro to Surf Rock
Surf Rock is a sub-genre very much as advertised, created in the early 1960s as a fusion of rock 'n' roll and surf culture.
The Most Stylish Male Musicians of the Modern Era
Musicians tend to be fashionable but these ten lead the way when it comes to style and clothing knowhow, from Kanye West to Elvis Presley.
The Best Indie Albums of All Time
The indie music genre is a crowded one but these 15 records top the heap.
The Best Cover Songs That Are Just as Good as the Original
The best cover songs are examples of good tracks turned immortal through a new direction, mood, or voice.
5 Best Cookbooks About Meat That Every Carnivore Should Read
If you're looking to become a meat expert in your own kitchen, these are the five best meat cookbooks that every home cook should buy.
The Legend of the Moog, the Synth That Changed Music
In 1964, Robert Moog created a new version of the electric piano called a synthesizer, forever changing music.
The Best Non-Fiction Books About Pandemics, Diseases, and Outbreaks of the Past
A nonfiction book can help you gain a better understanding of how pandemics start, spread, and end, offering comfort in these uncertain times.
The Best Fiction Books About Pandemics
If misery loves company, those of us stuck at home during the COVID-19 lockdown will love these compelling works of fiction about pandemics.
The Future of the Music Festival Post-Pandemic
The pandemic has shut down music festivals left and right, begging the question: What will things look like in the future?
10 Easy Guitar Songs You Can Play to Brush Up on Your Skills
Here are our 10 easy guitar songs that are also classics tunes.
14 Books We Give You Permission Not to Read
There are nearly 130 million books in existence. You can avoid these. Some are considered classics, others are fantasy staples or have celebrity authors.
The Best Artists for Listening to Music in Isolation
Music is one of the best forms of medicine on the planet so try out some of these artists as we trudge through the quarantine and the effects of isolation.
7 Songs by the Late, Great John Prine You Should Know
The music world lost one of its best in country-folk legend John Prine. His list of hits is a mile long, if not longer.
The Best Workout Songs, According to Science
Lauren Pufpaf, co-founder of Feed.fm, shares the best tunes for runners, lifters, cyclists, boxers, and rowers. Step into our beat laboratory.
7 Best Baby Books Every New Parent Should Own
“There’s no manual for raising a child.” If you’re expecting to become a parent, prepare to hear those words over and over.
The Best Long Books for a Good Read
We’ve compiled the best long books, historic as well as contemporary, into a literary tasting menu. We’re talking really long — upwards of 500 pages.
What Are Musicians Up to Right Now?
Most musicians are struggling as the world reacts to the health crisis, but that doesn't mean the music has stopped.
Who Needs Hobbits? Journey Through 6 Real-Life Adventures Books
The books on our list of great nonfiction adventure books differ in topic and time period and are written in a range of different styles. The common thread is a compelling narrative detailing real events that just might inspire you to get out there and experience similar adventures for yourself.
How to Appreciate Jazz: A Beginner’s Guide
Jazz can be intimidating but the genre is a true American art form and something every listener can enjoy exploring.
The Best Adventure and Outdoor Books for Thrill Seekers, Survivalists, and More
Adventure is and should always be calling and if you can't escape the routine of daily life to get void blood pumping, these tales of adventure and survival will fill the void.
10 Best True Crime Books to Quietly Obsess Over
Countless books detailing major misdeed have been written over the centuries, but these are the best true crime books -- they're absolutely killer. From serial murderers to cults to memoirs from those that worked the crimes, there’s a little bit of something for everyone.
7 Summery Books to Help You Shake the Winter Blues
Whether set in a tropical location or evoking a sunny day, these novels will ease you out of your winter funk.
The Best Box Sets for the Aspiring Music Collector
Bulk deals extend into the music realm, as these fantastic box sets indicate, from fiery rock 'n' roll of Monterrey Pop to some overlooked jazz.
The Best Classic Mystery Books Always Worth the Read
If you love a great mystery, then these classics need to be in your queue, if not already on your nightstand.
10 Albums from the 2000s That Need a Relisten
Rock, hip-Hop, and electronica lead the way for some of the best albums from the 2000s.
Our Favorite Music and Apparel Collaborations
Rep you favorite punks, metalheads and folk rockers in style with these menswear staples designed by rock 'n' roll legends Metallica, Ramones and Nirvana
The 7 Most Influential Record Labels of All Time
From Blue Note to Sub Pop, the most influential record labels of all time helped create and recreate what we call music.
The Best Songs About Being a Man
As men, we think it’s important to hear from others — whether it be thematically happy or sad — who have gone through similar experiences.
20 Books By Female Authors Every Man Should Read (or Re-Read) in 2022
From the harrowing dystopian world of Margaret Atwood to Japanese noir, these are the best books by female authors that all men should read at least once.
7 Books to Inspire and Prep an Antarctica Adventure
Traveling to Antarctica? These tales of adventure, discovery, tragedy, science, and passion from the bottom of the world are sure to inspire and educate!
The Greatest Cover Bands That Are Almost as Good as the Original
Cover bands are far more than one-off groups destined for the wedding circuit, as these talented tribute bands demostrate.
What Exactly Is Prog-Rock? We Break Down the Music Genre
Part rock 'n' roll, part anti-pop progressive mindset, Prog-Rock is the music genre you never knew you needed to expand your horizons.
How to Discover New Music in the Digital Age
Roughly 24,000 songs are uploaded to streaming services every day. How do you navigate a wasteland of audio? We've shared the most accessible ways of finding new music.