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4 A’s worth sharing this week: advice for the artist, Off the Record with Alex Laurenzi, the defining albums of 2023, new music, and more…
Here are four things (A’s) we thought were worth sharing this week:
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A2. Check out the latest video on the Foray YouTube channel! We finish up the Alex Laurenzi check-in series with Off the Record! Alex discusses sage advice he’s been given as well as his thoughts on the New York music scene
A3. New York Times Popcast debates what albums defined 2023. What are some albums that defined your 2023? (comment below ⬇️)
A4. New music this week: 13 years after her release of Pink Friday, Nicki Minaj released Pink Friday 2! Nicki reminds everyone what she has done for rap - especially women in rap. She effortlessly blends pop, R&B, drill, and other genres. (Apple Music / Spotify). Recent American Pianist Association winner, Isaiah J. Thompson released A Guaraldi Holiday. Guaraldi’s music has been an entry point to jazz for many artists. Here, Thompson’s arrangements show just how timeless this music is. (Apple Music / Spotify). In its revival, The Color Purple hosted an all-star crew of artists from Fantasia to Halle to Tamela Mann. (Apple Music / Spotify).
Happy Holidays and thanks for reading!
Love and Hugs,
Alexandria
Coda: My obsession with The War And Treaty continues
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