CultureMusic Review: Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ shows a pop star at her most restrained

Ariana Grande’s eighth studio album, “Petal,” presents a markedly restrained version of the pop powerhouse, according to Associated Press music writer Maria Sherman. The 12-track record turns inward rather than showcasing the big-belter style associated with Grande. It is her first full-length release since 2024’s “Eternal Sunshine.”

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