If you've ever heard of Dave Brubeck, then chances are good that either you absolutely love his music or you hate it with a passion. His sound is just so distinctive and unconventional that it's hard to be ambivalent about it! But whatever your opinion on the iconic jazz artist, there's no denying he had an indelible mark on jazz, blending experimental and popular styles together to create something all of its own...read more

If you want to get into a lively discussion, just bring up the artist Daughter in any circle of music lovers. Everyone has an opinion, and it's no secret that opinions vary on this group from immense praise to fiery criticism...read more

Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that Datsik is one of the most polarizing music artists around. For some people, his hard-hitting bass drops hit all the right notes and make them go wild; whereas for others, their brains become scrambled eggs with every release from this dubstep producer...read more

Are you a fan of Data? Even if you aren't, I'm sure you've heard his music – whether it be through friends or streaming services. From the sublime to the ridiculous, even hard-core critics have something to say about Data's eclectic collection of bangers and ballads...read more

Dashboard Confessional has been a mainstay of the alternative music scene since they first broke out in 2000. With their emotionally charged lyrics and raw, vulnerable vocals, it's no wonder why Dashboard Confessional gained such quick success; they quickly became a pillar of mid-2000s emo culture...read more

Das Efx, known for their fast-paced flows and comedic deliveries, have long been considered a cornerstone in the hip hop community. Although some may be quick to criticize their seemingly limited subject matter or less than genius wordplay, it’s impossible to deny that Das Efx were trailblazing innovators who altered the sonic texture of rap music forever...read more

When you think about the Finnish music producer, Darude, one word comes to mind - and that word is “Sandstorm”. Yes, its true – this musician has become so closely associated with his bass-dropping trance hit from 1999 that it's almost impossible to hear his name without immediately flashing back to those iconic beats...read more

With a name like Dark Tranquillity, you would expect them to make music that's super depressing and dark. But despite the name, they actually have some pretty eclectic tunes that will leave you feeling anything but tranquil! And while their lyrics may have slightly morbid subject matter (read: zombie apocalypses relationships gone wrong) it's an interesting twist on classic heavy metal themes—so don't let the doom-and-gloom title make you think otherwise...read more

Are you a fan of Danzig? Do the heavy metal riffs and punk-inspired singing appeal to your musical tastes? Perhaps you just enjoy scaring yourself silly with the artist's dark lyrics. No matter what draws you to his songs, everyone has something both good and bad to say about this unique music artist...read more

Hey, all you music fans! Are you ready to hear two sides of the story? It's time for another one of my Something Critic and Something Good about... series and this time I'm taking a deep dive into Danny Brown...read more

Over the years, singer and songwriter Daniel Bedingfield has been known for his powerful vocal range and eye-catching music videos. But what many music fans may not know is that there are both critiqued aspects as well as praised characteristics of this notoriously entertaining artist...read more

If there is one thing that history can agree on, it's that D'Angelo has a unique sound. His soulful voice, exceptional songwriting ability and funky production are unmatched and have earned him the respect of the music industry - no small feat considering he debuted in 1995! But there are also plenty of critics out there who will gladly share their less than favorable opinion about D'Angelo's work...read more

Damian Marley is one of the biggest international reggae stars in the world, and his distinct style has been influencing generations since he first stepped into the music scene. Whether you love him or hate him (and let’s be honest here—there are very few people who don’t have some sort of opinion about his music!), this blog post will take a look at both the good and bad that Mr...read more

What would be a better way to start the week than talking about two of music’s most iconic figures, Daft Punk? That’s right--we are going to take some time today to discuss something critical and something good about this dynamic French duo. We'll dive into their history, successes, couple controversies they made along the way as well as explore why many of us still groove to their entrancing beats! So if you're curious about what makes these enigmatic robots tick musically speaking - or simply want some feel-good jams - then strap in because it's gonna be an electro adventure!

Daft Punk is a French electronic music duo consisting of Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo...read more

Ahh, Daedelus. For those who are unfamiliar with the artist's work, one could say he is a bit of an enigma - creating music that ranges from distinctly experimental to even classical styles and has won him acclaim from both critics and fans...read more