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NIGHTBUS' "Average Boy" Is the Soundtrack to a Lonely Club Night [Q&A]
February 27, 2024
The band sat down with us to uncover the bittersweet escapism of their latest single and the secrets behind their dark, retro-revivalist sound.
Author:
DJ Connor
Jazmin Bean’s 'Traumatic Livelihood' Is a Genre-Blending Exploration of Trauma and Healing
February 26, 2024
Boundaryless and exquisitely donned in theatrics, 'Traumatic Livelihood' is a precious collection of the artist’s musical and personal voice.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Ari Abdul Is Happy to Leave You on Read in "DFHMPU"
February 26, 2024
Abdul's intoxicating brand of dark pop is back and better than ever.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Driver Era's "Get Off My Phone" Is a Post-Breakup Anthem For the Digital Age
February 26, 2024
“It gets pretty annoying when your phone keeps trying to show you happy memories of a past relationship.”
Author:
Isabella Margolis
Kanii, Riovaz, Nimstarr Introduce You to Your New Favorite Boy Band in 'The Heart Racers'
February 23, 2024
With pulsing potential, could 'The Heart Racers' EP be only a preview of what’s to come?
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
AUDREY NUNA and Teezo Touchdown Feed Fans With "Starving"
February 23, 2024
"Starving" is perfect for anyone navigating romantic tension and transformation.
Author:
Carter Fife
Aidan Bissett Delivers an Otherworldly Tale of Infatuation in "Planet"
February 23, 2024
"I got ghosted – but got this song out of it."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
spiderblush Glides Through the Pain of Betrayal in "Big Deal"
February 23, 2024
"This is the song to sing along to when your heart feels broken before it was even full.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
NewDad's Debut LP 'Madra' Is a Hallmark of New Generation Shoegaze
February 23, 2024
Taking inspiration from bands like Pixies, The Cure, and Slowdive, NewDad lay down the foundation of their own indie rock legacy.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rising Indie Folk Star Izzy Mahoubi Dives Deep in “Wanted”
April 5, 2025
With her vivid storytelling, Mahoubi paints an all too familiar picture of a toxic relationship, but with a touch of humor that shows she’s come out of the trauma relatively unscathed.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
TIMEA’s Debut Album ‘and I forever will’ Draws a Topography of Becoming
June 9, 2025
A deeply personal recollection, 'and I forever will' immerses listeners in sounds that feel nostalgic and hopeful.
Author:
René Cobar
mynameisntjmack and Tommy Richman Team Up for "chase"
March 4, 2025
With tenacious production and introspective lyrics to accompany it, the track is an exciting preview of what’s to come from the breakout Virginia rapper.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Beach Bunny Wrestles with Self-Doubt in Lively New Single “Tunnel Vision”
April 2, 2025
Bouncing back with their energetic new single, Beach Bunny has made waves with “Tunnel Vision," the latest glimpse into their upcoming third album of the same name.
Author:
Lucy Ward
4batz Puts the Crowd Under His Spell in 'since y’all say ion drop'
May 7, 2025
4batz's music is nothing short of hypnotic.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Let Rio Romeo Tell You A Story with "God's Got Something Out for Me"
May 9, 2025
For this Californian-via-Chicago and back artist with an impending album and a diehard here for the butch fanbase, the real sermon is their success against the odds – physical or otherwise.
Author:
DJ Connor
late night drive home's Album "as i watch my life online" Is Poignant Indie Rock Mastery
July 2, 2025
'as i watch my life online' is a reflection of living in the shadow of a world consumed by the internet, delivered in poignant vignettes that review topics such as online dating and addictive vices that lurk just beyond the screen.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Wisp Masquerades Compulsion as Connection in "Get back to me"
April 22, 2025
"'Get back to me' represents the greed for chaos, even at the cost of yourself."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Penelope Road Deliver an 80’s Rock Power Ballad with “Flowers (Carry Me Home)”
June 28, 2025
Penelope Road, an Atlanta-based five-piece outlet, merges classic rock, soul, jazz, and funk into their sound.
Author:
Noah Wade
chlothegod Has an Unwavering Dedication to Being Odd
July 24, 2025
"I've always wanted to be comfortable and confident and honest, I've always wanted to feel like I deserve to take up space."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene