As Valentine’s Day approaches, the enchanting allure of expressing love through the timeless language of music beckons. Crafting a romantic love song playlist for your partner is more than just a ...

Hear tracks by Troye Sivan, Jamila Woods, C. Tangana and others. By Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz Every Friday, pop critics for The New York Times weigh in on the week’s most notable new tracks. Just ...

“Power ballad.” The phrase sounds like an oxymoron. Rather, it’s shorthand for the type of song that has, over time, deftly avoided definition. To wit, an anthology titled “The Very Best of Power ...

The unexpected hit song was initially released as a B-side track.