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Meet 1999 Write The Future, 88Rising's Futuristic Music Collective
February 9, 2024
1999 Write The Future balances nostalgia and futuristic intent to wondrous effect.
Author:
Carter Fife
Artemas Expands on His Intoxicating, Inescapable Sound With 'pretty'
February 9, 2024
'pretty' is a slow descent into madness.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
jxdn Bares His Still-Bleeding Heart in "WHEN THE MUSIC STOPS"
February 9, 2024
"The music of my life has started playing again. All I can think about is showing everyone what it sounds like."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet Cleffy, the Artist Fighting His Demons With Intoxicating, Alternative R&B
February 7, 2024
Honoring themes of loss, grief, and the perils of existing, his alternative R&B is both cathartic and liberating.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
P1Harmony Hold Nothing Back in Their Debut Full-Length 'Killin' It'
February 7, 2024
The K-pop group is infectious and innovative in equal measure.
Author:
Laura Reyes
Dustin Kensrue Walks Down Memory Lane On Alt-Country Solo Single “Death Valley Honeymoon”
February 7, 2024
The track details the wild but true story of how Kensrue's grandparents met and recounts their honeymoon in the seemingly unlikely destination of Death Valley.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Softcult Light A Raging Fire in “Shortest Fuse” | THE NOISE
February 7, 2024
The single is a melodic lament to the vice-like grip of life under capitalism, highlighting yet again the haunting blend of the band's trademark shadowy riffs, urgent vocals, and commanding beats.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jade LeMac on Toxic Relationships, Joke Songs, and 'My Life With the Walter Boys'
February 6, 2024
19-year-old LeMac is taking the pop world by storm with her confessional storytelling and biting tracks.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Margot Liotta's Latest Is a Song That Will Linger "In My Bones" For Some Time to Come
February 6, 2024
"In My Bones" is an honest ode to the struggles of growing up and coming to terms with the harsh realities of life.
Author:
Laura Reyes
Bella Poarch and 6arelyhuman Stumble Upon the One at a Crowded Party in "Don't Like Anybody"
February 6, 2024
"Don't Like Anybody" is a racing, euphoric dance-pop track.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
All FRENSHIP and Lauren Sanderson Want You to Do Is "Try"
November 1, 2021
Try" is a perfect example of FRENSHIP's clear craft.
Author:
DJ Connor
Dear Spring Release Thrashing Single "Newspeak" Ahead Of EP | The Noise
May 23, 2022
"'Newspeak' examines self-destructive tendencies and the struggle of expression in an age of extreme polarization."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
flowerovlove's 'A Mosh Pit in the Clouds' Is a Coming-of-Age Daydream Come True
November 14, 2022
It’s rare to see someone early in the discovery of themselves be so sure of their sound and truth.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Wallice Announces Forthcoming EP 'Mr Big Shot' With the Thunderous "Best Friend"
April 4, 2023
Every new era of Wallice brings with it marked, praise-worthy growth.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Diamond Ray Leaves Us “Dizzy” With Her Debut Single
August 21, 2023
In her debut single, the Kentucky native offers up a perfectly curated blend of 2000’s and contemporary pop and R&B.
Author:
Carter Fife
LIA LIA Channels Her Rage in Riotous New Single "Shut Up!"
July 29, 2024
"shut up!" weaves together alternative music influences, hypermodern internet culture, and blistering punk riffs.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ahead of Debut EP, Samara Cyn Hops on a Horse For “Sinner” Visual
October 14, 2024
“Sinner” is an important reminder that few artists, if any, are poised to be “next up” like Samara Cyn is.
Author:
Carter Fife
Sara Sloan's ‘Hunted’ Music Video Gives brat but for Horsegirls
February 12, 2025
“Hunted” feels like the opening chapter of a much bigger story—one that’s steeped in mystery, catharsis, and a relentless hunger for self-discovery.
Author:
Nicole Céré
88rising, Nilüfer Yanya, ROLE MODEL, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
October 11, 2019
88rising's new album is here. Check it and all the best new music out in this week's playlist.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Stay Over's New Video Is a Reminder That It's Okay to Not Always Feel "Happy" [Premiere]
April 21, 2020
"Asking questions. Searching for answers. Trying to figure myself out. Accepting who I am and being okay with it."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo