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Jenevieve's "Baby Powder" Is Made For Those Late, Sultry Nights
March 25, 2020
Goofy, cool, and effortlessly beautiful all in one fell swoop
Author:
Emily Smith
keshi and the Infectious Melancholy of 'bandaids'
March 24, 2020
"The <i>bandaids</i> record is about vulnerability but also about moving forward, and I hope that in some way it can be your friend in this strange time."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Serena Isioma Is Crafting a Vibe All Her Own
March 24, 2020
Isioma is a slow burn that is quickly heating up.
Author:
Jenna Singer
AUDREY NUNA Flexes Her Dynamic Range in "Long Night"
March 23, 2020
"Long Night" finds AUDREY NUNA in her element.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Melanie Faye Gives Us a Sonic Hug With "It's a Moot Point"
March 20, 2020
Faye and her Fender Stratocaster feel unstoppable.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Michi Seduces Us Through Dance in "Night Moves" Video
March 19, 2020
Michi unleashes the sultry "Night Moves," which has hints of classic R&B fused with loveable bedroom pop and Spanish drizzled throughout.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Mustafa's "Stay Alive" Brings a New Weight To The Phrase "Music With a Message"
March 18, 2020
These are the words of Mustafa, a poet, filmmaker, activist, and songwriter who brings a new weight to the phrase "music with a message."
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Watch Dizzy Fae's Quirky Clip For "Gut Talk"
March 13, 2020
Love comes in many shapes, sizes, and species. Watch Dizzy Fae's new video for "Gut Talk."
Author:
Malc.
Ayelle's "Effort" Is an Ode to Stepping Away From Social Media [Premiere]
March 13, 2020
"In today's social media climate, it's difficult to stay present sometimes and it's noticeable in all kinds of relationships."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Thea Bares Her Gorgeous Soul in "Inside Out" [Premiere]
March 12, 2020
Thea has our full, undivided attention.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Lonr. and H.E.R. "Make the Most" of a Dreamlike Collaboration
April 3, 2020
"Make the Most" is as sincere an R&B offering as they come.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Rayana Jay and DUCKWRTH Experience a Temporary Love in Sensual "Love Me Like"
March 15, 2019
Bay area singer-songwriter Rayana Jay and Los Angeles rapper DUCKWRTH unite northern and southern California in their groovy collaboration.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
ASTN Is as Good as Gold
January 5, 2022
ASTN is an artist that just has a way with music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Arlo Parks Wants to Be for Others What She Did Not Have for Herself [Q&A]
October 22, 2019
"If I can't find anyone that's like me, then I'm just going to have to keep being me."
Author:
Tanja Brinks Toubro
Chiiild Will Surely Bring You "Back To Life" With Their Psychedelic Soul Righteousness
September 13, 2019
+ Catch Chiiild on tour with Emotional Oranges this fall!
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Jelani Aryeh Is Blissfully Sentimental on New Single "Marigold"
March 25, 2021
Jelani Aryeh is a name you should definitely be familiar with.
Author:
Tyler Borland
NIKI's 'Nicole' Is a Look Into the Past and Future of a Pop-R&B Star
August 15, 2022
NIKI holds the hand of a younger her, revisiting old stories through a vessel that’s lived more life.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Maràa Isabel and Yeek Ponder Love and Long-Distance Relationships in "Where Does the Love Go?"
April 29, 2020
In the age of social distancing, Isabel's long-distance ode hits all the harder.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Joy Oladokun Demands Truth From the Unspoken in "Blink Twice" [PREMIERE]
October 9, 2019
Oladokun explores the unsavory mess of "situationships" in heartbreaking fashion.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Emotional Oranges' "Bonafide" Is a Reminder to Not Let Hard Times Phase Your Love
January 25, 2021
"Heavily inspired by The xx and Sade," "Bonafide" is unsurprisingly buttery smooth.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian