Stereogum — Grimes made an album that sucked and scrapped it. U2 made an album that sucked and snuck it into your iTunes. And as for albums that don’t suck, Arcade Fire’s Funeral turns ten years old tomorrow. It’s not just an instant-classic, but the rare ... more info

NME — Odd Future rapper asks "You couldn't come up with an actual marketing idea?" more info

Stereogum — It’s pretty brave to come out against the new U2 album that was dropped onto everyone’s computer last week, considering all the unanimous praise it’s gotten. (Well…) Leave it to Tyler, The Creator to go against the grain: “GET OFF MY FUCKIN... more info

L.A. Times - News — THE PLAYER The space settings are highly detailed in “Destiny,” but the gunplay is familiar. (Bungie / Activision) The opening moments of “Destiny” are mesmerizing. It’s a Mars landing, complete with sparkling views of our galaxy and... more info

Perez Hilton — Hmmm, we guess soft-rock ballads aren't as popular as Apple thought! Last Tuesday, Apple gifted its iTunes users with a free U2 album, Songs of Innocence. What was intended as a kind gesture has actually become a nightmare for some of Apple's million... more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — This week was consumed by a few monolithic brands, one musical, one technological. Puppets teamed with singers. Singer cited puppets. A legend fell. A new music site arrives with promise. Grandma unintentionally shouted-out Grandmaster Flash. Below a... more info

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Stereogum — Here’s one nice thing about the whole U2 debacle: They didn’t forcibly beam any music videos into your iTunes! Imagine how those things would’ve looked. Actually, as it turned out, this was a great week for music video, and I had a hell of a ti... more info

NME — Physical copies of the album will be released October 13 more info

L.A. Times - Entertainment — In a fall field that will see releases from U2, Madonna, Lil Wayne and more, reserve shelf space for the latest albums from Perfume Genius, Zola Jesus and Sbtrkt. Each offers a unique sonic palette.In a fall field that will see releases from U2, Mado... more info