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Alfie Templeman's "My Best Friend" Is a Hypnotic Ode to Depression
April 28, 2020
"It's about depression and sadness being the only thing that's always there for you, as if it's the only thing that really sticks around..."
Author:
Maddy Quach
Alex Porat Scores Those Post-Break Up Texts in "happy for you" [Premiere + Q&A]
April 28, 2020
Porat on her new single, using social media like its Google, and allowing herself to be vulnerable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Anjali Taneja Reminds Listeners to Cherish the Journey in "My Side"
April 28, 2020
"'My Side' at its core is about wanting the person you love to be there with you as you grow into yourself and achieve success."
Author:
Chuck Ramos
Lennon Stella Lays the Blueprint For a Budding Pop Icon in 'Three. Two. One.'
April 27, 2020
Rarely does pop feel so effortless and grand.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Coco & Clair Clair Put Their Breezy Charisma on Display in 'Treat Like Gold'
April 27, 2020
Coco & Clair Clair make brazen pop rap reminiscent of the bedazzled flip phones and low-rise jeans of the early 2000s.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Kailee Morgue Delivers Pop With a Punk Spirit in 'Here In Your Bedroom' [Q&A]
April 24, 2020
"I know everyone always talks about their music being honest, but it really feels like a public diary to me."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
From ASMR Lullabies to Rising R&B Goddess, the Magic of Alaina Castillo's 'the voicenotes'
April 24, 2020
<i>the voicenotes</i> acts a digital diary, capturing melancholic moments of self-realization.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
When Life Gave LoveLeo "LEMONS," He Made a Bop in His Bedroom
April 24, 2020
There is nothing not to love about LoveLeo.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Virtual Phenom Miquela and R&B Sensation Teyana Taylor Join Forces in "Machine"
April 23, 2020
"Machine" is all the evidence you need to see that Miquela is far more than a random collection of ones and zeroes.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Who Is Trevor Daniel?
April 22, 2020
We sat down with the rapidly rising artist to get the story behind his debut album, "Falling" blowing up on TikTok, and working with FINNEAS.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet Luke Prost, a Hyper Pop Producer With Limitless Promise
March 25, 2020
Prost has a dauntless vision for pop music and beyond.
Author:
Jenna Singer
spill tab's "CRÈME BRÛLÉE!" Is the Zazziest Song Around
November 14, 2022
"CRÈME BRÛLÉE!" is pop maximalism at its finest.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sigrid's "Sight Of You" Is a Soaring Ode to Her Fans
February 28, 2019
This one is dedicated to all the Sigrid fans and stans alike.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Alexander 23′s "Mars" Is an Otherworldy Ode to a Failed Relationship
June 7, 2019
"I tried to give you the world, but you wanted Mars too / No one that I could've been was good enough for you..."
Author:
Jess Myers
Winona Oak's "Let Me Know" Is an Effervescent Ode to Young Love
October 14, 2019
Winona Oak's sensationalized themes of love and heartbreak are evocative of Lana Del Rey's trailblazing sound of the late-2000's.
Author:
Emily Bird
Jasmine Thompson Proves "Loyal" In Her Bold Return To The Music Scene
February 18, 2019
The first taste of new music this year, "Loyal" showcases Jasmine Thompson's mature songwriting capabilities and disciplined vocals.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Rook Monroe Makes A Captivating Solo Debut with the Lovelorn "Jolie"
August 18, 2020
After establishing himself as a strong writer by working with artists such as Rihanna, Jeremih, and the Chainsmokers, Rook Monroe is now shifting his efforts to his own solo music.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Pride Queen Kim Petras Gives Us Yet Another Reason to Stan With 'Clarity'
July 1, 2019
Effortlessly euphoric and utterly bubblegum, all while delivering a bold new vision for the future of pop, Petras is the Pride princess we stan.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Tai Verdes Releases Highly-Anticipated Debut Album 'TV'
May 20, 2021
With his debut album, Verdes cements himself as so much more than a passing viral hitmaker.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Wingtip Embraces the Bittersweet in "Happiness" Video [PREMIERE]
July 24, 2019
"If you find happiness, hold on to it."
Author:
Rachel Lai