1989, Ten Years Later
By Tyler Walley | August 24, 2024Chronicle reporter Tyler Walley reflects on the 10th anniversary of Taylor Swift's "1989," looking at its effect on Taylor Swift's career and pop music as a whole.
Chronicle reporter Tyler Walley reflects on the 10th anniversary of Taylor Swift's "1989," looking at its effect on Taylor Swift's career and pop music as a whole.
Adonis Borges reviews Charli xcx's new album "Brat," looking at its political and cultural significance
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