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The Rare Occasions Pair Existentialism and Explosive Indie Pop on "Origami"
June 7, 2021
"I hope this song can serve as a reminder to seek out the quiet and calm that exists outside our noisy little brains."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Theo Kandel's "Anaconda Hearts" Is a Striking Portrait of a Broken Relationship [Premiere]
May 27, 2021
Kandel gives a whole new meaning to being the snake in a relationship.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
BLàœ EYES Shares Her Journey to Finally Feeling "actually happy"
May 26, 2021
"I had no idea what to think about it - that's the day I made this song."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Talia Jackson Channels a Toxic Relationship Into Pop Bliss With "You"
May 24, 2021
The <i>Family Reunion</i> star delivers an earworm of single that is both relatable and reflective.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Theo Kandel Tackles the Circular Nature of Heartbreak in "I Don't Wanna Think About That"
May 7, 2021
"I Don't Wanna Think About That" touches on self-navigation and the decoding of emotions when a romantic relationship comes to an end.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jacqueline Hackett Makes 2021 Debut With "The Rest of the World Could See"
April 8, 2021
New York City-based singer-songwriter Jacqueline Hackett explores emotional hang-ups and heartbreak on her crisp and sweeping alt-country debut single "The Rest of the World Could See."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Dog Trainer Return With 'Scrolling to feel better...part one' [Q&A]
March 26, 2021
We caught up with Dog Trainer to talk about how they found their voice and the highs and lows of creating an album during a pandemic.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Hollyy Starts 2021 With Soulful Double-Side Single Release
February 26, 2021
We were able to talk with Hollyy about their latest singles and what their plans are for the foreseeable, hopefully pandemic-less, future.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Puma Blue Balances the Light and the Dark on Latest Album 'in Praise of Shadows' [Q&A]
February 5, 2021
We talked with Puma Blue about his new album 'In Praise of Shadows,' its inspirations, having a specific artistic vision, and much more.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Maggie Lindemann Releases Thrillingly Magnetic Debut EP 'PARANOIA' [Q&A]
January 22, 2021
We talked to Maggie Lindemann about the creative process behind her new EP 'PARANOIA' and how she's finally making the music she's always wanted to make.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Wallows' 'Tell Me That It's Over' Chronicles Words Said and Left Unsaid
March 29, 2022
The eclectic sophomore effort sees the indie rock band branching out to explore new sonic and emotional territory.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ethan Bortnick Gets the Worst Birthday Gift You Could Wish For in "happy f***ing birthday"
December 12, 2022
"happy f***ing birthday" is an emotional swell of epic proportions.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
underscores Says Farewell to an Era With "'Count of three (You can eat $#@!)"
January 20, 2023
The standout track is co-produced by Benny Blanco, Cashmere Cat, and Dylan Brady of 100 gecs.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
spill tab's "CRÈME BRÛLÉE!" Is the Zazziest Song Around
November 14, 2022
"CRÈME BRÛLÉE!" is pop maximalism at its finest.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Relive So What!? With 3OH3!, Simple Plan, Maggie Lindemann, and More [Q&A] | The Noise
June 8, 2022
Revisit the insanity of So What!? Music Festival with us and some of our favorite artists.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Indie Rock Duo DURRY Take Us Through Their Debut Album "Suburban Legend" Track By Track
September 11, 2023
'Suburban Legend' is a nostalgia-fueled manifesto for a new generation.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
A Day in the Life of Los Angeles' Classless Act [The Noise]
September 13, 2022
Currently on tour with Def Lappard and Mötley Crue, step into the daily life of Classless Act.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Romy Mars' "A-Lister" Is a Tongue-in-Cheek Indie Pop Earworm
May 13, 2025
"A-Lister" sees Mars embrace her nepo-baby image, turning it into an ironic, candy-coated eye-roll at the hollowness of fame.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Artemas' "how could u love somebody like me?" Is For Anyone Who's Ever 'Tried to Fix Him'
October 10, 2024
"how could u love somebody like me?" is characteristic Artemas—sultry, brooding, and morally ambiguous.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Lyn Lapid Pens a Modern Day Situationship Story in 'to love in the 21st century'
June 23, 2023
Lapid lends her soft-spoken pop poise to a tale of what the search for love looks like for Gen Z.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon