5 Songs to Download ASAP

Perry’s new album isn’t all bubblegum pop. You see her growing up and dealing with her relationship problems. Some of the old Katy is still there, though, in tracks like Double Rainbow. Written by and featuring Sia, the track could have easily been an ‘80s hit.

 The New Zealand born singer is a breath of fresh air in the music world with her cynical lyrics and addictive beats. Coming on to the scene so hard at just 16 has its share of problems, and that’s what the closing track of her album, A World Alone, is about. Read more.

The Great Gatsby has an Even Greater Soundtrack

The original motion picture soundtrack is produced by Jay-Z, and features Will.i.am, Florence & the Machine, The xx, and Mrs. Carter herself, Beyoncé.

The ensemble does well to capture the stylish, extravagant, and cinematic vibe of Baz Luhrmann’s take on the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. The focal point of the score is Lana Del Rey’s Young and Beautiful, sung to nostalgia-drenched perfection accompanied by a melodious string arrangement. The song sounds like a soliloquy by Jay Gatsby himself. Read more about.

5 Reasons Why Lorde Can Totally Rule Us

There’s no way you haven’t heard Royals yet. It’s on in every store, every station, every party.

Ella Yelich-O’Connor, who performs as Lorde, is the 16 year old behind the phenomenon. Her album, Pure Heroine dropped on 30th September. Read more.