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Nigerien guitarist Mdou Moctar explores oppression and cultural preservation on the electrifying 'Funeral for Justice.'

2 of 5  — James Brandon Lewis 3 of 5  — Damon Locks 4 of 5  — Alexa Tarantino 5 of 5  — Roxana Amed Jen Shyu, "Living's a Gift | Part 3: My Unsolved Regrets" Zero Grasses: Ritual For the Losses is the latest artistic statement from Jen Shyu, a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and composer with the blazing heart of an artist and the curious mind of an ethnographer. It seems unlikely that we'll encounter another album this year with a more striking balance of formal invention and perso...

Welcome to Seven in Seven, where each Thursday in this space we would typically take a look at concerts coming to the region over the next week. With most shows on hold due to the pandemic, here’s a look at seven of the best albums being released April 9: Cheap Trick — "In Another World" Since the mid-'70s, Cheap Trick has been an indisputable American institution, beloved around the globe for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential brand of pop-rock 'n' roll. They keep that trend rolling on album No. 20, "In Another World," delivering oversized hooks, mischievous lyrics...