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Balu Brigada's 'Portal' Is An Artfully Alternative Debut
September 3, 2025
Balu Brigada is alt pop’s best kept secret, and there’s no question that their debut album Portal, is the gift that we’ve been waiting for.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
"IT'S HARD (to be a Man)" But It's Easy to Love MARIS
September 1, 2025
A bold narrative that uses both humor and sarcasm, this song tackles the heaviness MARIS was feeling during a brief stint as a sex worker.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Jazzie Young's 'Everything Changes' Is An Invitingly Introspective Debut
September 1, 2025
Young took the time to answer our burning questions about her debut album, change, and indie movie references.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Cathartically Rageful, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers Are on Fire With "Mother"
September 1, 2025
The single comes alongside the announcement of their second full-length studio album, GLORY, which is slated to drop on November 7.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Beaches' 'No Hard Feelings' Is Messy, Real, and Deliciously Queer
September 1, 2025
Over 11 tracks, the band presents their distinctive fusion of raw, heartfelt lyrics and unapologetic energy, cementing their position as a leading force in alt-rock today.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ninajirachi's 'I Love My Computer' Is a Reverent Love Letter to the Internet and Electronic Music
August 29, 2025
'I Love My Computer' feels like an electric return to form for Ninajirachi.
Author:
Carter Fife
Quadeca Embarks on a Journey of a Lifetime in 'Vanisher, Horizon Scraper'
August 29, 2025
'Vanisher, Horizon Scraper' sees Quadeca in a perpetual state of transformation.
Author:
Carter Fife
Christian Hayes Embraces a New Sound and Deep Storytelling with Upcoming Single “Good As It Gets”
August 29, 2025
The country singer is taking new risks in a transformative era of his music career.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Joey Valence & Brae's HYPERYOUTH Is Like Aging In Reverse [Q&A]
August 28, 2025
We caught the genre-bending duo to hear the latest on the freedom of creative control, their upcoming tour, Mozart & Bon Jovi, and the top tier Cheesecake Factory order.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
BENEE’s Remembers to Stay Sweet on New Single “Cinnamon,” Announces Upcoming Sophomore Album
August 28, 2025
The alt-pop singer is beginning the rollout of her highly anticipated sophomore album Ur An Angel I’m Just Particles.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Fred again.. and Obongjayar Takes Us on an Emotional Journey in “adore u”
August 15, 2023
As dance music continues to evolve, artists like Fred again.. continually show us the human element at the heart of the genre.
Author:
Emily Foster
mehro Takes Us Down a Sonic K-Hole in "ketamine"
February 5, 2024
The rising artist delivers the unexpected in his latest single.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Pacifica Reveal the Raw Emotion at the Heart of Their Music in 'Freak Scene: NAK Sessions'
March 1, 2024
Pacifica gives newfound life to their typically raucous brand of pop-rock.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Artemas Takes a Spellbinding Joyride in "southbound" / "test drive"
March 24, 2025
It's going to be a hot year for dark pop-R&B sensation Artemas.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Watch Blinged-Out Smino Deal Jewelry In New "KLINK" Music Video
June 6, 2019
The sparkly bling that surrounds Smino reflects his new attitude of, "just having fun and living off [his] own confidence."
Author:
Miranda Hyman
AURORA, Alexander23, Cavetown & More [#NowWatching Playlist]
June 7, 2019
Follow along for 25 of the best new tunes added every Friday.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Zealyn Resists a Surreptitious Charm With Style in "So Damn Charming" Video [PREMIERE]
August 12, 2019
"Everything looks beautiful and well put together, but on the inside I am broken and so full of pain and doubt."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Dayglow, Charlotte Lawrence, Lauren Sanderson & More | #NowWatching Playlist
September 27, 2019
Following Dayglow's "Nicknames" is a moody number by our pop princess Charlotte Lawrence, a softer side of Lauren Sanderson, and much more.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
McCall Talks New EP, Fake IDs and Self-Imposed Isolation [Q+A]
September 22, 2020
We had the opportunity to talk with McCall about her latest project, fake IDs, and becoming nomadic.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
Tim Atlas and honeywhip Find "Peace At Last" [Premiere]
January 25, 2021
On their latest single "Peace at Last," Tim Atlas and honeywhip come to terms with the past while eagerly looking to the future in anticipation of its endless possibilities.
Author:
Rachael Jansky