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TANISAKO Reaches New Heights on Sophomore Single "Young & Dangerous"
June 15, 2021
In the span of two singles, TANISAKO has already established a somber, distinctive sound.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year
June 14, 2021
In her latest single, Never muses on substance abuse, growing older, and the fear of fading into nothingness.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is "everything"
June 8, 2021
Consider this another solid addition to the growing pop-punk comeback.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]
June 4, 2021
"I've gotten so personal on this project, because I'm just not scared of it anymore."
Author:
Rachel Lai
conner's "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter
June 3, 2021
conner epitomizes what made the '90s alternative scene so exciting.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For
May 24, 2021
Rodrigo's voice carries the flavors of Paramore punk, Alanis Morissette angst, Kelly Clarkson belt, all topped off with a Taylor Swift candidness.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Janna Jamison Wants You at Her Twisted Tea Party in "Invitation To A Beheading"
May 21, 2021
Inspired by the Vladimir Nabokov novel, "Invitation To A Beheading" revels in its left-field influences.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Marco Luka Displays Incredible Versatility on "do me wrong"
May 21, 2021
"I'm trying to be a better artist by just being more honest with myself, and that starts with this song."
Author:
Tyler Borland
sophie meiers' Haunting New Vision Is "unforgettable"
January 24, 2020
"unforgettable" is a noted departure for meiers, and one that is impossible to forget.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Enter Billy Lemos' World of 'Wonder' [Q&A]
November 9, 2020
Billy Lemos is building a unique world of alternative pop. Welcome.
Author:
Malc.
Lauren Sanderson Makes Peace with Heartbreak on "Hi."
March 19, 2021
Matching her gentle, crooning vocals with a soft, mellow production, Lauren Sanderson's latest single "Hi." is a soothing ballad about reconciling with heartbreak.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
Irish Alt-Rock Quartet The Academic Release Playful New Single, "Aftertaste" [Q&A]
September 13, 2019
While Ireland might not come to mind when thinking of the alt-rock scene, the enthusiastic, up-and-coming band The Academic is well on their way to changing that.
Author:
Allissa Williams
Pale Waves Return With "Lies," Announce New Album 'Unwanted'
May 9, 2022
"Lies" is a nostalgic, pop-punk anthem that harnesses angst to empower catharsis.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jean Dawson's 'Glimmer of God' Is a Celestial Masterpiece
October 21, 2024
'Glimmer of God' is a testament to Dawson's clear desire to push against any prevailing norms.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet boyband, the Artist Fueled By Anime, the Internet, and Emo Rap
June 29, 2021
"The internet has low-key fucked us up."
Author:
DJ Connor
Nemahsis Confidently Shares the Spotlight in "you wore it better"
June 25, 2024
"I believe the 'main character' experience is only possible if one settles for mediocrity, at least once. 'You wore it better' is me living by this truth."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Mk.gee Returns With the Beautiful and Blurry “ROCKMAN”
October 21, 2024
Mk.gee is honing in on a sound that is distinctive, dreamlike, and always leaves listeners craving more.
Author:
Gia Acosta