Features
Exclusive features published by Consequence, including staff lists, rankings, editorials, and columns in music, film and television.
Interviews
View AllFan Chant: SISTAR19 Discuss Their "Seamless" Reunion and "NO MORE (MA BOY)"
A chat with the recently reunited duo SISTAR19, 11 years after their last release.
January 31, 2024
Two for the Road: Squid and Water from Your Eyes on Full-Band Tours, Road Essentials, and Cigarettes
The two bands are hitting the road in North America together beginning in February.
January 30, 2024
In the Know's Zach Woods Explains How a Stop-Motion Puppet Interviews Real People
"I want to be Tegan and Sara when I grow up," also, the co-creator/star notes (relatably).
January 26, 2024
Lists
View All10 Post-Punk Albums Alkaline Trio's Matt Skiba Thinks Every Music Fan Should Own
Albums by PiL, Talking Heads, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and more make the punk frontman's list.
February 1, 2024
30 Most Anticipated Metal & Hard Rock Tours of 2024
A plethora of heavy music acts plan to hit the road this year.
January 19, 2024
15 Rising Artists to Watch in 2024
Some artists may be new to you, some you may already know -- all are poised for a big year.
January 18, 2024
CoSigns
View AllCoSign: Lola Brooke is Honest, Human, and a Hell of a Lot of Fun
The "Don't Mess with It" rapper thrives on her first full-length project.
November 10, 2023
CoSign: The Seismic Pop Vision of Chappell Roan
On The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, Chappell Roan dresses herself up to let her guard down.
September 20, 2023
Top Song of the Week
View AllSong of the Week: Megan Thee Stallion's "Hiss" Spits Venom at Nicki, Drake, and All Her Doubters
Other standout tunes came from Cakes da Killa, Chastity Belt, and more.
January 26, 2024
Heavy Song of the Week: Poppy Is the AI Entity “V.A.N” on Collab Track with Bad Omens
Poppy voices the fictional AI entity "V.A.N" on song of the same name.
January 26, 2024
Song of the Week: Kim Gordon's "BYE BYE" Is a Fucking Banger
Other standout tracks from this week came from Yard Act, Lime Garden, and English Teacher
January 19, 2024
Heavy Song of the Week: VR Sex Showcase Expanded Post-Punk Sound on "Real Doll Time"
The band has expanded to a four piece for its new album Hard Copy.
January 19, 2024
Top Albums of the Month
View AllStaff Picks: Favorite Albums of October 2023
Our favorites from October 2023, including Sufjan Stevens, Troye Sivan, Jamila Woods, and more.
October 31, 2023
Staff Picks: Favorite Albums of September 2023
Favorites from the last month, including Olivia Rodrigo, Slowdive, Zach Bryan, and more.
September 29, 2023
Staff Picks: Favorite Albums of August 2023
Favorites from the last month, including Victoria Monét, Jungle, and more.
August 31, 2023
Anniversaries
View AllHum's You'd Prefer an Astronaut Is the Forgotten Blueprint for American Shoegaze
The unsung guitar heroes were some of the US' first adopters of the subgenre.
January 30, 2024
Against Me!'s Transgender Dysphoria Blues Channeled a Community's Rage into a Punk Classic
Taking stock of Laura Jane Grace's transition masterpiece on its 10th anniversary.
January 22, 2024
Harry Nilsson Found The Point Tripping on LSD
Nilsson's album and animated feature remain one of his most realized visions.
January 10, 2024
Van Halen Broke Out the Synths and Conquered the Charts with 1984
The album, released in January 1984, was both critically acclaimed and a massive success.
January 9, 2024
Staff Lists
View AllThe 200 Best Songs of 2023
Capping off our 2023 Annual Report with the songs that soundtracked our year.
December 21, 2023
Top 15 Rap Albums of 2023 Released Without a Major Label
Here are the year's best hip-hop records released outside of the big machine.
December 18, 2023
Guides
View AllHow to Watch the 2024 Grammy Awards
Find out all of the details on how to watch the 2024 Grammy Awards ahead of this year's ceremony.
January 30, 2024
Concerts Near Me: Best January Shows in Philadelphia
From Madonna's "Celebration Tour" to Wednesday's headlining run to local hero Alex G.
January 4, 2024
Concerts Near Me: Best January Shows in Chicago
The best live tunes in the Windy City, from Travis Scott to Everclear to Thursday.
January 3, 2024
Editorials
View All10 Post-Punk Albums Alkaline Trio's Matt Skiba Thinks Every Music Fan Should Own
Albums by PiL, Talking Heads, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and more make the punk frontman's list.
February 1, 2024
If You Thought Celebrity Couple Coverage Was Dumb Before, Just Wait Until the 2024 Election
January 31, 2024
Is the Galaxy Ready for Sam Richardson’s Genius?
The versatile, and delightful, actor and comedian is joining Star Trek: Section 31.
January 30, 2024