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PawPaw Rod on Identity, Self-Care, and Weed | Close Friends

PawPaw Rod on Identity, Self-Care, and Weed | Close Friends
June 6, 2023 We get close and personable with the alt-R&B prodigy.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
soul
interview
R&B
pawpaw rod
close friends
Track By Track: Gardenia Want You to Get Angry in Debut Album 'Knowing You Know Nothing' | THE NOISE

Track By Track: Gardenia Want You to Get Angry in Debut Album 'Knowing You Know Nothing' | THE NOISE
May 31, 2023 Brooklyn-based duo Gardenia have released their debut album 'Knowing You Know Nothing' and throughout the eight tracks, the band aims to tell listeners, "We're pissed, and you should be too."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Interview
Gardenia
Track By Track
Cailin Russo Celebrates Her New Album 'Influx' With a Pineapple Crush Cocktail

Cailin Russo Celebrates Her New Album 'Influx' With a Pineapple Crush Cocktail
May 31, 2023 Russo turns her intoxicating indie pop into an irresistible cocktail.
Author: Ruby Scott
pop
interview
indie pop
cailin russo
bone apple tea
influx
pineapple crush
Track By Track: Arrows In Action Prove They're 'Built To Last' On New LP | THE NOISE

Track By Track: Arrows In Action Prove They're 'Built To Last' On New LP | THE NOISE
May 31, 2023 After much anticipation, Gainesville-formed, Nashville-based alternative pop rock band Arrows In Action have finally released their highly anticipated debut album 'Built To Last.'
Author: Alessandra Rincon
interview
rock
track by track
The Noise
Arrows In Action
Deb Fan’s Debut EP 'Gemini Moon' Is a Haunting, Dark-Pop Triumph [Q&A]

Deb Fan’s Debut EP 'Gemini Moon' Is a Haunting, Dark-Pop Triumph [Q&A]
May 26, 2023 "I wanted to tell a story, my story."
Author: Abby Kenna
r&b
pop
indie
interview
deb fan
gemini moon
Sick New World Recap: What's Old is Nu Again [Q&A] | THE NOISE

Sick New World Recap: What's Old is Nu Again [Q&A] | THE NOISE
May 24, 2023 In a world that is filled with the pressure to blend in with the crowd, Sick New World proves that individuality should be celebrated. The inaugural hard rock festival showcased alternative fashion, art installations, themed drinks such as Korn coffee and Deftones IPA, plus so much more.
Author: Moe Horta
Interview
The Noise
Sick New World
Nu-Metal
FIG Is "Seeking For Connection" With New Single [Q&A]

FIG Is "Seeking For Connection" With New Single [Q&A]
May 24, 2023 We got the chance to sit down with FIG and talk all things tour, “Seeking For Connection,” and freezing in Chicago.
Author: Abby Kenna
r&b
interview
indie pop
FIG
seeking for connection
Eli Hurts Makes Stellar Debut On Deliciously Chaotic LP ‘Ouch, Eli Hurts’ [Q&A] | THE NOISE

Eli Hurts Makes Stellar Debut On Deliciously Chaotic LP ‘Ouch, Eli Hurts’ [Q&A] | THE NOISE
May 17, 2023 The rising artist has returned to the spotlight with his immaculate ten-track debut album, 'Ouch, Eli Hurts,' a co-produced project by Eli and fellow music producer Sam Pura.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
alternative
Interview
The Noise
Eli Hurts
Sir Chloe's Debut Album 'I Am The Dog' Sees the Rising Star Seizing Control [Q&A]

Sir Chloe's Debut Album 'I Am The Dog' Sees the Rising Star Seizing Control [Q&A]
May 17, 2023 Thrilling paradoxes build the backbone of the 'I Am The Dog,' a praiseworthy debut from one of indie rock's rising stars.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
indie
alternative
interview
indie rock
sir chloe
i am the dog
Step Into the Nostalgic Warmth of Royel Otis' 'Sofa Kings' [Q&A]

Step Into the Nostalgic Warmth of Royel Otis' 'Sofa Kings' [Q&A]
May 17, 2023 The Australian duo feels like sunshine encapsulated.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
interview
indie pop
royel otis
sofa kings
Take a Voyage on Polo & Pan's  Funky 'Caravelle' at Coachella 2019 & Beyond [Q&A]

Take a Voyage on Polo & Pan's  Funky 'Caravelle' at Coachella 2019 & Beyond [Q&A]
January 7, 2019 Combining unpredictable arrangements of jazz, soul, funk, disco, and house, Polo & Pan recently invited US fans into their vibrant and immersive live show.
Author: Yasmin Damoui
polo & pan
polo and pan
interview
electronic
coachella
house
Cavetown Is Bringing Their Heartwarming Vulnerability to Their Largest Headlining Tour Yet  [Q&A]

Cavetown Is Bringing Their Heartwarming Vulnerability to Their Largest Headlining Tour Yet  [Q&A]
March 30, 2022 "I can tell I really love someone when something we go through together inspires a banger."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
singer songwriter
pop
interview
cavetown
indie pop
beabadoobee
fall in love with a girl
Daydream and Dance to Dreamer Boy's Debut Album, 'Love, Nostalgia' [Q&A]

Daydream and Dance to Dreamer Boy's Debut Album, 'Love, Nostalgia' [Q&A]
February 28, 2019 "It's the summer, it's nostalgic, it's romantic, it's warm and colorful."
Author: Chelsea Devers
pop
indie
interview
Dreamer Boy
Love Nostalgia
For Kareen Lomax, Creating 'Hard Feelings' Was Therapy [Q&A]

For Kareen Lomax, Creating 'Hard Feelings' Was Therapy [Q&A]
May 3, 2021 For budding R&B artist Kareen Lomax, the story of her career thus far has not been a straight trajectory but a winding road.
Author: Jessica Thomas
soul
r&b
interview
album reviews
Kareen Lomax
hard feelings
Boats ‘N Emos: We Interviewed Your Favorite Bands Aboard The Emo’s Not Dead Cruise [Q&A] | THE NOISE

Boats ‘N Emos: We Interviewed Your Favorite Bands Aboard The Emo’s Not Dead Cruise [Q&A] | THE NOISE
February 18, 2025 What happens when you interview nearly every band playing the third annual Emo’s Not Dead Cruise? You get the world's longest emo interview ever. Seriously.
Author: Moe Horta
Interview
The Noise
Emo
Pop-Punk
Taylor Acorn
State Champs
The Used
Emery
Hawthorne Heights
The Early November
The Spill Canvas
Scary Kids Scaring Kids
Norma Jean
Saosin
Boys Like Girls
Emo's Not Dead
For dodie, a Bit of Madness Is Key [Q&A]

For dodie, a Bit of Madness Is Key [Q&A]
September 5, 2019 Dodie speaks on her friendship with Tessa Violet, being labeled a YouTuber, and gifting a purpose to your pain.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
singer songwriter
pop
indie
interview
dodie
human
Emo Never Dies: A Conversation With Emo Nite Founders T.J. Petracca and Morgan Freed [Q&A]

Emo Never Dies: A Conversation With Emo Nite Founders T.J. Petracca and Morgan Freed [Q&A]
March 3, 2022 "You can't stay in one place your entire life, you gotta grow."
Author: Maxamillion Polo
alternative
interview
emo
pop punk
the noise
emo nite
You Said Strange Unveil "(Song For A) Wasted Land" Video Ahead of SXSW Performances [Q&A]

You Said Strange Unveil "(Song For A) Wasted Land" Video Ahead of SXSW Performances [Q&A]
February 13, 2023 The French indie rock band is shaping up for their biggest year yet.
Author: DJ Connor
indie
interview
indie rock
you said strange
song for a wasted land
Raffaella on Reproductive Rights, Her IUD, and How "Polly Pocket" Bridges It All [Q&A]

Raffaella on Reproductive Rights, Her IUD, and How "Polly Pocket" Bridges It All [Q&A]
January 30, 2024 "'Polly Pocket' is a pop song about reproductive rights. It is also an ode to my IUD."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
interview
raffaella
polly pocket
Cafuné Didn't Seek Out Viral Fame But They're Welcoming What Comes Next With Open Arms [Q&A]

Cafuné Didn't Seek Out Viral Fame But They're Welcoming What Comes Next With Open Arms [Q&A]
March 15, 2023 "Once you put out a piece of music, it doesn’t belong to you anymore. We live and die by that as artists."
Author: Jazmin Kylene
pop
indie
interview
indie rock
tiktok
cafune
tek it

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