José González, courtesy Hannele Fernström. The conversation is with José González, but the first face on camera is an adorable baby. José González 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 26 Mountain Winery, Saratoga Tickets: $30 and up. “Sorry, this one is supposed be sleeping right now,” says González, adjusting the baby carrier…

The best albums of 2021 include St. Vincent, Dave, Madlib, Floating Points with Pharaoh Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra, The Pretty Reckless, Mogwai, José González, Silk Sonic, Arlo Parks and Royal Blood. Best of 2021 We’re getting into the nitty-gritty now. There are likely some albums here that…

José González has such a distinctive sound. Even though the first song on his fourth album, Local Valley, is in Spanish, which is new for the indie folk artist, the hushed vocals atop the nylon-stringed guitar are unmistakably his. The album, his first since 2015’s Vestiges and Claws, finds González…

“Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” Every relationship goes through phases. After the intense infatuation, it can lead to either a happy marriage, or a trek back to the starting line. Every phase also has a perfect song for the occasion. Here are my picks for every moment in a relationship. Love at…