These are her roots: Kesha’s from Nashville and her mom Pebe famously co-wrote “Old Flames Can’t Hold a Candle to You” for Dolly Parton (the same song Kesha duets with Parton on on this album). This is Kesha’s first time in creative control of her sound, and it leans heavier on country and rock than Luke ever allowed. Luke, whom she’s accused of abusing her, will profit from it (yes) - but some of the music deserves as much noise. Read our picks below, share yours in the comments, and subscribe to the Vulture Playlist for a comprehensive guide to the year’s best musicĪ lot’s been said about the circumstances of Kesha’s new album Rainbow - the legal drama surrounding it, and whether or not her ex-producer Dr. If the song is worthy of your ears and attention, you will find it here.
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