The Best Music of 2025—So Far

Pitchfork’s editors are already sorting, compiling, and straining to remember all the music that’s been released this year. So we’re spotlighting some of 2025’s most outstanding records to date by rounding up albums that have earned high scores and Best New Music designations with a quick list of RIYLs (that’s Recommended If You Like) and […]

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The 40 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now

Streaming services are known for having award-worthy series but also plenty of duds. Our guide to the best TV shows on Netflix is updated weekly to help you know which series you should move to the top of your queue. They aren’t all surefire winners—we love a good less-than-obvious gem—but they’re all worth your time, trust […]

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The Dual Role of Sleep

A new study reveals that sleep not only consolidates existing memories but also primes the brain for future learning. Researchers tracked neuronal activity in mice and discovered ‘engram-to-be cells’ that synchronize during sleep, preparing to encode new experiences. This dual role suggests that sleep quality between learning sessions affects both memory retention and the ability […]

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New Music Releases and Upcoming Albums in 2025

New albums are getting announced and released constantly. It’s tough to stay on top of it all. So that’s where we come in. Pitchfork is tracking notable new music releases with our guide to upcoming albums. In the coming months, there will be big new releases from Niontay, Stereolab, Turnstile, Rico Nasty, Blondshell, Model/Actriz, Ty Segall, Djrum, Wet Leg, Miley Cyrus, Yung Lean, Kali Uchis, Garbage, Matt Berninger, William Tyler, Lil Wayne, Little Simz, Purelink, Aesop […]

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The 47 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now, As You Read This

Netflix has plenty of movies to watch. Maybe too many. Sometimes finding the right film at the right time can seem like an impossible task. Let us help you. Below is a list of some of our favorites currently on the streaming service—from dramas to comedies to thrillers. If you decide you’re in more of a TV mood, […]

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‘Ugh. Do I Have To?’ Honest Q&A About Cardio, Illustrated

You know that cardio exercise is good for your health. But it can be hard to work up the motivation to do it. If you’re in the camp of folks who are dragging their feet to start working out again, this comic is for you. Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist and the vice president of […]

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