Ken Tucker, 1953-

May 14, 2016

06:31

'American Idol' Clarkson Releases Fourth Album

American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson has released All I Ever Wanted, her fourth album. Rock critic Ken Tucker has a review.

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May 5, 2016

08:10

Beyoncé Is 'At The Height Of Her Powers' In 'Lemonade'

The pop star's latest release extols the potency of black womanhood in the roles of mother, wife, lover and artist. Rock critic Ken Tucker calls Lemonade a feat of "invention and imagination."

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April 26, 2016

06:26

Sturgill Simpson Moves Into Uncharted Waters In 'A Sailor's Guide to Earth'

Rock critic Ken Tucker says Simpson deepens his range and reconnects country to R&B on his new record, a concept album about becoming a father.

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'American Idol' Clarkson Releases Fourth Album

Beyoncé Is 'At The Height Of Her Powers' In 'Lemonade'

Sturgill Simpson Moves Into Uncharted Waters In 'A Sailor's Guide to Earth'

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