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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
idkraeven Embarks on a Raw and Emotional Journey in ‘NETHERWATER’ EP
October 22, 2024
"I feel as though I am sitting amidst the waters of the Styx."
Author:
Joe Beer
KennyHoopla Gives Himself His Overdue Flowers in “ONE TULIP//“
August 8, 2024
KennyHoopla bares all corners of his complex soul on this pivotal new release.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Oceanic Make a Bid To Bring Back Bands [Q&A]
June 24, 2025
Their latest single, "I'm Your Boy," is an equally dreamy and punchy indie-alt anthem.
Author:
DJ Connor
From Opera to the Core of Classic Rock, The Sophs Embody the Next Great Band [Q&A]
July 16, 2025
Ever so curious about such a uniquely committed and complementary group, so early in their careers, we snuck the group into our nice executive conference room for a proper deep dive.
Author:
DJ Connor
Bestfriend Begs the Question in an Indie Pop Dreamscape: "WHY DO WE DO THIS?"
November 22, 2024
The song questions why and how we continue to push through life despite self-doubt, loneliness, and self-inflicted pressure.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Julia Wolf Commands a Whirlwind of Sounds and Emotions in 'Pressure'
June 4, 2025
"'Pressure' is what sets me free."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
LAUNDRY DAY Begs the All-Important Question in New Single "Why is everyone a DJ?”
April 23, 2024
After regularly going viral, “Why is everyone a DJ?” feels like an authentic first single for LAUNDRY DAY’s next era.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Middle Part Bare Their Soul, Scars and All, in Debut Album ‘Disruptor’ [Q&A]
May 27, 2024
"The album is a depiction of my insanity, and that goes up and down, up and down, up and down."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
MAY-A Embraces the Rush of a Doomed Relationship in "Your Funeral"
March 28, 2023
"'Your Funeral' is about seeking out the things you know are bad for you because you're a little bit of a sadist."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Floyd Zion Delivers a Fearless Debut EP With 'Pink By Floyd'
July 25, 2023
"I made this project to just make noise and turn the music industry and the world on its heads!"
Author:
Alessandra Rincon