Listening to “Small Town Syndrome” by thinking silly is an exercise in delightful contradiction. Dylan Morrison’s project, shaped here by the production hand of collaborator Margot Taylor, builds a sleek, propulsive chassis of dark pop and minimal techno, only to house an engine of pure, grinding ache. It’s the sound of someone forcing a smile so wide their face hurts, a dance track for...

Gav Moran is a musical prodigy who effortlessly unifies audiences of all ages with his trademark sound and soft baritone voice. He was born and raised in Ireland, which is known for its verdant landscape. An album created by a native son of Ireland takes inspiration from both the country's long-standing classical legacy and the current emotions of today. His most recent album is titled "Broken...