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Faye Webster's "I Know I'm Funny haha" Proves That There Is Beauty Behind Pain
June 29, 2021
Webster pairs saccharine euphoria and dreadful insecurity with a songwriting wit that never ceases to amaze.
Author:
Carter Fife
Wafia, Masego, and Ta-ku Make For a Dream Team on "Wide Open"
June 28, 2021
The trio delivers on some much-needed summer vibes as we re-emerge from our respective quarantines.
Author:
Carter Fife
Doja Cat Shoots For the Moon on "Planet Her"
June 25, 2021
Doja Cat proves that "the sky's the limit" doesn't apply to everybody.
Author:
Carter Fife
Cautious Clay Opens Up on Debut Album 'Deadpan Love' [Q&A]
June 25, 2021
On his long-awaited debut album, Clay takes major stylistic risks that ultimately pay off and then some.
Author:
Carter Fife
beabadoobee Makes Her Stunning Reintroduction With 'Our Extended Play'
June 23, 2021
With her latest EP, beabadoobee doubles down on her new alt-rock-meets-brit-pop persona.
Author:
Carter Fife
Serena Isioma's "HUH?" Is an Unapologetic Celebration of Identity
June 21, 2021
"HUH?" is a perfectly-timed celebration from an artist who is never afraid to reinvent themselves.
Author:
Carter Fife
Johan Lenox's 'chamber johan' Turns His Hits Into Striking Symphonies
June 21, 2021
<i>chamber johan</i> almost feels like a victory lap, one where the horns are replaced by lush string orchestration.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kwame Adu and Zay Celebrate Juneteenth With KWAMZAY EP 'Motherland!'
June 21, 2021
Evoking comparisons to the likes of Ohbliv, Madlib, and The Alchemist, KWAMZAY is heady hip-hop at its finest.
Author:
Carter Fife
Nana's "Save Yourself Sessions" Are Inspirational Moments of Fine-Tuned Storytelling [Q&A]
June 17, 2021
"Poetry is poetry, but rap is another level. That's why I chose that form of therapy."
Author:
Carter Fife
'The Life Of Pi'erre 5' Proves Pi'erre Bourne Saved the Best Beats For Himself
June 17, 2021
Hip-hop's cultural landscape would look entirely different without Bourne.
Author:
Carter Fife
Japanese Breakfast's Long-Awaited 'Jubilee' Is Nothing Short of Outright Joy
June 10, 2021
Zauner's self-exploration and experimentation are often met hand in hand with intense bouts of celebration.
Author:
Carter Fife
SSGKobe's "Caddy" is 100 CC's of Aural Bliss
November 3, 2021
Goodbye Libra season, hello SSGKobe season.
Author:
Carter Fife
Faye Webster's "I Know I'm Funny haha" Proves That There Is Beauty Behind Pain
June 29, 2021
Webster pairs saccharine euphoria and dreadful insecurity with a songwriting wit that never ceases to amaze.
Author:
Carter Fife
Huron John Ends Two-Year Hiatus, Drops “JUST ME & FRIENDS” and Album Announcement
August 23, 2023
“JUST ME & FRIENDS” is a love letter to honesty and pure connection in the pursuit of spiritual harmony.
Author:
Carter Fife
KUÄŒKA Ascends to Experimental Pop Stardom With the Ethereal 'Wrestling'
April 30, 2021
Whether you like to go out and listen to Ariana Grande, or sit in your room meditating to Merzbow, <i> Wrestling</i> is a masterclass in forward-thinking pop.
Author:
Carter Fife
AUDREY NUNA and Teezo Touchdown Feed Fans With "Starving"
February 23, 2024
"Starving" is perfect for anyone navigating romantic tension and transformation.
Author:
Carter Fife
Looking to Get Lost in Space? Try Alann8h's 'Apollo 8'
November 24, 2021
It's hard not to get lost in the idyllic sounds of Allan8h.
Author:
Carter Fife
Sara Kawai Cultivates Culture and Fosters Friendship With Live Event ‘Kawai & Friends’
August 4, 2022
‘Kawai & Friends’ is a testament to keeping good company, loving music, and simply being friendly.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kacy Hill Blossoms With Experimental Poise on "Seasons Bloom"
August 30, 2021
Equally invested in the past, present, and future, Hill's songwriting is a testament to the power of endurance.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kami Leonne's "No Use Seducing Time" Delivers a Strong Dose Of Seductive Energy
May 11, 2021
Leonne sounds like the secret lovechild between Sango and Grimes in a universe where Elon Musk doesn't exist.
Author:
Carter Fife