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hemlocke springs Navigates the Reality of Human Connection in "enknee1"
August 28, 2023
"enknee1" is a delicate outcry straight from springs' open heart.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Omar Apollo Shares His Coming Out Story in the Tender "Ice Slippin"
August 28, 2023
"This song is a reflection and reaction of all the emotions I had to face before and after I decided to leave the icy streets of Indiana.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Sophia Alexa's “Hall Pass” Is a Pensive Reflection on Self-Sabotage
August 28, 2023
"I’ve always had this fear that when something is going too well, I’m just waiting for it to fall apart."
Author:
DJ Connor
Conan Gray Takes a Grand, Solemn Bow in “Winner”
August 25, 2023
"There is a certain freedom that comes from recognizing that you’ve been hurt."
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
BETWEEN FRIENDS Capture the Fleeting Joy of Summer in 'I Love My Girl, She’s My Boy'
August 25, 2023
No album feels more fit to soundtrack the end of your summer than 'I Love My Girl, She’s My Boy'.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Charlotte Cardin Gives Herself the Love She Deserves in '99 Nights'
August 25, 2023
The sophomore effort from Cardin is equal parts vulnerable and heartfelt.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Lexi Jayde Wants Us to Love and Heal at Our Own Pace in "Bandages"
August 23, 2023
Jayde returns with a track that strays the line between heartbreak and the rush of new possibilities.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Diamond Ray Leaves Us “Dizzy” With Her Debut Single
August 21, 2023
In her debut single, the Kentucky native offers up a perfectly curated blend of 2000’s and contemporary pop and R&B.
Author:
Carter Fife
Addison Rae Embraces Her Pop Star Persona in Lost and Found 'AR' EP
August 18, 2023
The social media star can finally add verified pop star to her ever-growing résumé.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Devon Cole Delivers an Infectious Pop Romp in “Dickhead”
August 17, 2023
Cole is charting her course as a pop predator, seeking out narratives filled with humor, wit, and most importantly catchy hooks.
Author:
DJ Connor
Aaron Taos Warns of the Danger of Social Media Envy in "Saboteur"
December 20, 2019
As Theodore Roosevelt once said, "Comparison is the thief of joy."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Sky Ferreira Finally Returns With "Leash," Announces 'Masochism' Album For 2025
December 6, 2024
The return of Sky Ferreira definitely wasn't on our 2024 bingo card.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Alaina Castillo's 'antisocial butterfly' Sees Her Coming for the Pop Crown
November 15, 2019
Flawlessly switching between Spanish and English, Castillo is our latest pop-flavored obsession.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Alt-Pop Trio TWIN XL Wants to Be "Friends" With You [PREMIERE]
February 7, 2019
"Friends" suggests that we may not be as ostracized as we think we are because most of us are experiencing similar feelings of loneliness.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Soaky Siren Shares A Forthright Account of Bahamian Drug Lords in "Dope Boys" [PREMIERE]
August 22, 2019
"I leaned on melody and production to serve bright, pop-y energy but the lyrics are an account of a time when the drug trade was lit on my island."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
From Linkin Park to 'the beautiful struggle,' Welcome to the Life of Naaz [Q&A]
November 11, 2019
"I've always just made whatever gave me butterflies. That's really all I'm chasing in life, feeling those butterflies..."
Author:
Bianca Brown
Lillian Hepler Is Aiming to Be a Real Pop Star [Q&A]
June 16, 2021
"I don't care to put on this picture-perfect human being. I'm more than willing to show my flaws."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Making a 'Sour' Olivia Rodrigo-Inspired Cocktail | Bone Apple Tea
July 7, 2021
In our debut episode of Bone Apple Tea, we tackle a cocktail perfect for pop-punk-fueled breakups.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
RAYE's "Please Don't Touch" Is a Timeless Pop Outing
December 16, 2019
This is the perfect song to end your year, or better yet, the decade with.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Zella Day Has Arrived, Renewed [Q&A]
May 13, 2020
In 2015, Day was set to be the new face of Americana pop. What followed was radio silence, at least until now.
Author:
Maddy Quach