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Weston Estate Lose Themselves in the Toxic Infatuation of "Petra"
June 21, 2024
"Petra explores the idea of finding solace, or yourself, in another person in a way that is not healthy or genuine for either party."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Montell Fish Questions the Ether in the Enthralling "Is It a Crime?"
June 21, 2024
"Is It a Crime?" is heavy and evocative, framed by dark, foreboding synths and guitar work.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Bryant Barnes Releases Long-Awaited “Give Me A Sign,” Ahead of Debut EP
June 20, 2024
“Give Me A Sign” synthesizes Shiloh Dynasty vulnerability with the artistic brilliance of a Sade or Giveon.
Author:
Carter Fife
Get To Know Chanel Loren in 10 Questions or Less
June 20, 2024
South London-born Loren Chanel has spent the past few years navigating the highs and lows of her artistry, finding her true voice through vulnerability and self-reflection.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
Vanilla is Black Is Here to Prove That Sometimes Second Time's the Charm [Q&A]
May 17, 2024
Vanilla is Black has come to dismantle apathy, elicit groove, and redefine the industry.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
10 Questions With Luna Li on Her New Single "Confusion Song" and More [Q&A]
May 16, 2024
"Confusion Song" is about the post-breakup haze when it seems that your subconscious and body are in denial about this person no longer being in your life.
Author:
DJ Connor
Montell Fish Assumes the Moniker of dj gummy bear For a Series of Otherworldly Singles
May 14, 2024
Montell Fish as dj gummy bear proves that honoring your inherent unlimited nature will always be the right route.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
The Marías Happily Destroy Us All Over Again With "If Only" and "No One Noticed"
May 7, 2024
The Marías continue to drown in their deep ocean blues.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
AUDREY NUNA's "Jokes On Me" Is an Entrancing Exploration of Loss
May 7, 2024
“Jokes On Me” keeps a foot in both sides of a loss—the “I’m better off without you,” and the “I miss you.”
Author:
Abby Kenna
Coco Jones' "Here We Go (Uh Oh)" Is a Heart-Striking R&B Stunner
May 6, 2024
“It’s the impossible mission to move on from this chapter, from this person, from this cycle.”
Author:
Gregory Castel
Raveena's Mesmerizing 'Moonstone' EP Is the Sonification of Nightfall
February 7, 2020
There is something inherently mystic about Raveena's lulling R&B meditations.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
From ASMR Lullabies to Rising R&B Goddess, the Magic of Alaina Castillo's 'the voicenotes'
April 24, 2020
<i>the voicenotes</i> acts a digital diary, capturing melancholic moments of self-realization.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Adi Oasis on Why 'Lotus Glow' Feels Like Her Debut Album [Q&A]
March 14, 2023
"It’s an homage to my ancestors, my roots, being a black woman, being an immigrant. These are my stories."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
R&B Stunner Mereba Predicts a "Sandstorm" of Passionate Love in Today's Forecast
February 25, 2019
Just a tiny glimpse of what to expect from Mereba's enticing new album, 'The Jungle Is the Only Way Out,' on Feb. 27.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Victoria Monét Serves Us an Authentic Fierceness in 'JAGUAR'
August 11, 2020
In <i>JAGUAR</i>, Monét shows us there is power to be found in freedom, confidence, and being yourself.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Meet Rhys Rich, the New Zealand Artist With an Infectious and Soothing Sound [Q&A]
October 19, 2021
Alongside a live performance from MEOW in New Zealand, we take a closer look at the rising talent.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
Forces Collide in Shady Blu and Babyface Ray’s “Topic Of Discussion”
February 9, 2023
SoCal's best-kept secret is out of the bag.
Author:
Carter Fife
Marco McKinnis Illustrates Love, Growth, and the Beginning of an Artistic Evolution in 'E'Merse' [Q&A]
June 26, 2019
R&B's best-kept secret isn't so much of a secret anymore.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
Maeta Reaches New Heights in Kaytranada-Produced EP 'Endless Night'
June 24, 2024
"I just want everyone to have fun, dance, and be free this summer!”
Author:
Carter Fife
Thea Bares Her Gorgeous Soul in "Inside Out" [Premiere]
March 12, 2020
Thea has our full, undivided attention.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo