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Pearly Drops' Album, The Voices Are Coming Back, Is A Surrealist's Dream
September 5, 2025
The Voices Are Coming Back strikes a balance between the relatable and otherworldly.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Born On The Road, Jonah Kagen's Sunflowers and Leather Is An Album of Old Stories and New Beginnings [Q&A]
September 5, 2025
Wanting to know so much more about this ardent humanist and burgeoning talent, we caught with Jonah in his newly minted home studio to learn about life, love, and what this album has in store for us.
Author:
DJ Connor
Longtime Fortnite Fan d4vd Scores a Victory Royale in "Locked & Loaded"
September 4, 2025
"Fortnite has been such a big part of my life and it’s what led me to make music in the first place."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sensual & Sonically Captivating, Maya Unagi's 'Pieces' EP Is the Perfect Fall Listen
September 3, 2025
We reached out to the immersive talent to hear more about the making of the EP.
Author:
DJ Connor
Who Ruled Pukkelpop 2025?
September 3, 2025
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of this Belgian music festival, let's dive into our favorites from this edition.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
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
Issue 05: The Class of 2024
January 25, 2024
Our first issue of 2024 welcomes our class of 2024, DJ Mandy, jigitz, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Tessa Violet and the Heartfelt Anti-Pop of 'Bad Ideas'
October 28, 2019
Violet's 'Bad Ideas' is anything but.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
No Spoon, No Fork, Just "Spork": New Aesthetic - "Spork" [Music Video Premiere] | THE NOISE
June 18, 2024
Rambunctious pop-punkers New Aesthetic might not be a household name just yet, but the emerging outfit is here to prove they are more than just the new kids on the block.
Author:
Moe Horta
BRELAND's "Natural" Is an Ode to Shania Twain and Country's Leading Women
June 22, 2022
Ahead of his debut album, BRELAND delivers a country anthem made for the summer.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Pop Prodigy Tate McRae Shares Her Coming-of-Age Story in 'all the things i never said'
January 28, 2020
The trials and tribulations of coming-of-age have never sounded this good.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Marisa Maino Delivers a Stirring Rendition of "growing up can go to hell" Live From Burger King [Premiere]
October 22, 2021
At Burger King with my burger queen ðŸ''
Author:
Giselle Libby
French Superstar JAIN's Album 'The Fool' Dares to Be Itself
April 25, 2023
Jain continues her wondrous, emotive kaleidoscope approach to story telling on her third album, 'The Fool.'
Author:
DJ Connor
Bakar Muses on Nepotism and the Black British Experience on "The Mission"
August 23, 2021
Bakar explores what it means to be a "futuristic immigrant" in a world that still scrutinizes people of color.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Alt-Rocker Briston Maroney Loses Control In "Small Talk" Video [PREMIERE]
May 17, 2019
What's most noteworthy about "Small Talk" is its overall message: be honest and no one gets hurt.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
emawk Sings of Self-Care and Hope in "tea"
December 12, 2019
emawk's soulful voice is as soothing as a cup of tea on a cold day.
Author:
Precious Kato