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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
Steve Lacy Cements Himself as a Funk Revivalist & R&B Savant with 'Apollo XXI'
May 28, 2019
The Compton native's music is akin to coming home to your parents' records playing in the living room on a sublime summer day - familiar, novel, and inviting.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
iyla Replaces Feelings With a Crown in "Tattoo Tears"
January 25, 2020
"Tattoo Tears" dominates as a sophisticated resignation of feelings.
Author:
Janette Ayub
Ambré Stands at a Crossroads of Past, Present, and Future R&B in 'Pulp'
November 11, 2019
The Grammy award-winning artist's take on R&B is nothing if not refreshing.
Author:
Bianca Brown
Chiiild's "Darling" Is a Hallucinogenic Heirloom of Love
November 13, 2019
"If you've ever been in love ..."
Author:
Bianca Brown
Ylona Garcia Is "Vibin" in New Summertime Slowburn
May 27, 2022
Garcia is a grandmaster of pop.
Author:
DJ Connor
Brianna Castro Returns to "Do It Again"
September 29, 2021
"Do It Again" proves that Brianna Castro's star is still rising.
Author:
Malcolm J. Gray
Lexa Gates Tells a Story Completely Hers in Label Debut 'Elite Vessel'
October 22, 2024
"I am the vessel, and this album represents my journey toward everything I’ve ever dreamed of— it's a surreal feeling.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Kiana Valenciano and Billy Davis Heat Up the Dancefloor With "No Rush"
January 31, 2020
Filipina R&B singer Valenciano's latest single is an effortless vibe.
Author:
Bianca Brown
Harry Hudson Proves He Knows When It's Over in "Pendulum"
September 13, 2019
"I'm not wondering 'what if' anymore and am confident enough to walk away when the back and forth starts and I know the person isn't right for me."
Author:
Precious Kato
Get Your "Summertime Shine" On With MIKNNA's Effortless Beachside R&B [PREMIERE]
July 16, 2019
We wanted to create a song that made you feel like you are always on vacation."
Author:
Miranda Hyman