Wild Nothing: Begin Again

Another release in the now 60-strong list of songs for the Our First 100 Days digital album, Wild Nothing’s “Begin Again” released today. The 100 Days record is made up of tunes written by dozens of different bands and musicians, all resisting the current US government by way of donating all proceeds to various organizations and charities. Wild Nothing’s contribution is an ’80s synth-pop delight, …

Essential Chuck Berry Songs

Widely known as a pioneer of rock’n’roll—if not the inventor of it—Chuck Berry passed away this weekend. Reworking rhythm and blues into what we now know as rock music, Berry was a true legend—a guitarist, singer/songwriter who also had some incredible moves on stage and an undeniable charisma and self-confidence. The Times selected 15 of his countless songs that are essential to understanding not only …

The Most Extraordinary Museums in the World

Those who frequent galleries and museums are probably aware of “art fatigue,” but the sense of exhaustion and guilt-ridden boredom surely isn’t possible at more uncommon institutions. National Geographic selected 10 museums from around the world that are truly out of the ordinary—and will make you want to book flights pronto. There’s Cancun’s underwater museum of contemporary art, an institution dedicated to instant ramen, and …