Rough & Polished: A Diamond Playlist
Diamonds have long been one of music’s most potent images. This playlist examines the diverse ways that songwriters have put them to use in their lyrics through track-by-track commentary. Produced by Pitchfork for Real is Rare.
Jonathan Lethem on the Music of His Life
The author talks about the songs that have defined him, five years at a time.
The #WearOrange Campaign Against Gun Violence at the Pitchfork Music Festival
Fans and artists wore orange to support a great cause
MIKE Is Ushering in a New Generation of New York City Rap
Inspired by MF DOOM and mentored by Earl Sweatshirt, this teenage MC offers emotional directness and a keen eye for quotidian detail over gloriously scuzzy, soul-laced beats.
Pitchfork Music Festival 2017: Artist Portraits
Intimate shots of performers including Angel Olsen, Thurston Moore, Vagabon, American Football, and more
Pitchfork Music Festival 2017
A gallery highlighting the best of this year’s fest including LCD Soundsystem, A Tribe Called Quest, PJ Harvey, Vince Staples, Mitski, George Clinton, Arca, and many more
In the Flow: A Musician’s Guide to a Creative Mind State
How artists tap into an endless stream of inspiration
The Best Band Tees at Pitchfork Music Festival
Checking in with a crowd who wore enough excellent gear to make your closet very jealous
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: A Conversation With Lana Del Rey
On the eve of her fourth album, the pagan pop star sounds more content than ever. How did she get there?
The People of Pitchfork Music Festival
Out in the crowd, talking to our fellow music fans
