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EMELINE Expects Nothing Less Than "flowers & sex"
June 22, 2021
"What can I say, flowers and sex are a girl's best friend."
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Ambar Lucid Wants You to 'Get Lost in the Music'
June 21, 2021
Lucid's latest arrives as a cosmic escape from the humdrum monotony of any passing moment.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Griff's 'One Foot in Front of the Other' Is an Emotional and Sonic Triumph
June 21, 2021
This feels like not just an introduction to Griff but a testament to the mainstream appeal of the rapidly rising UK star.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Serena Isioma's "HUH?" Is an Unapologetic Celebration of Identity
June 21, 2021
"HUH?" is a perfectly-timed celebration from an artist who is never afraid to reinvent themselves.
Author:
Carter Fife
Johan Lenox's 'chamber johan' Turns His Hits Into Striking Symphonies
June 21, 2021
<i>chamber johan</i> almost feels like a victory lap, one where the horns are replaced by lush string orchestration.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kwame Adu and Zay Celebrate Juneteenth With KWAMZAY EP 'Motherland!'
June 21, 2021
Evoking comparisons to the likes of Ohbliv, Madlib, and The Alchemist, KWAMZAY is heady hip-hop at its finest.
Author:
Carter Fife
With 'Stains,' De'Wayne Aims to Become a Generation-less and Genre-less Star [Q&A]
June 18, 2021
"Every song on this record is urgent because it has to be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Eloise's 'Somewhere In-Between' Is a Sublime R&B Escape
June 18, 2021
"It's all about growing pains, growing up, and how love changes form and meaning."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
19 LGBTQIA+ Artists You Need to Listen to This PRIDE
June 17, 2021
These artists deserve a spot on your PRIDE playlist and every playlist for that matter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Nana's "Save Yourself Sessions" Are Inspirational Moments of Fine-Tuned Storytelling [Q&A]
June 17, 2021
"Poetry is poetry, but rap is another level. That's why I chose that form of therapy."
Author:
Carter Fife
Winona Oak Paints a Portrait of Ethereal Melancholy in 'Closure'
January 10, 2020
In the succinct span of six tracks, Oak demonstrates her undeniable promise.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
piri & tommy's 'froge.mp3' Is a Playful Garage-Laden Debut
October 24, 2022
piri & tommy’s love manifests as futuristic dance pop.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Austin Millz and Remi Wolf Have Us on Our Best "Bad Behavior"
November 18, 2019
Millz and Wolf have us literally just vibing.
Author:
Bianca Brown
Abhi the Nomad Sets His Eyes on the Universe
September 2, 2021
In his fourth studio album, Abhi the Nomad delivers a perfect blend of hip-hop, funk, and R&B.
Author:
Giselle Libby
chloe moriondo's "Fruity" Is a Delectable Young Love Anthem
August 22, 2022
“‘Fruity’ and this album in general are going to be a slap in the fucking face!!"
Author:
Dillon Stave
17 Black Artists You Should Be Listening to This Juneteenth and Black Music Month
June 19, 2023
Today we celebrate the eclectic depth of Black artistry found in artists revolutionizing a host of genres.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Polo & Pan's 'Gengis' Is a Tour Through the World's Nightclubs
July 19, 2019
The electronic wizards explore psychedelic elements and tribal-inspired rhythms that guide the listener on a sonic pilgrimage to Club Mecca.
Author:
Brady Moses
For Kareen Lomax, Creating 'Hard Feelings' Was Therapy [Q&A]
May 3, 2021
For budding R&B artist Kareen Lomax, the story of her career thus far has not been a straight trajectory but a winding road.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Boats ‘N Emos: We Interviewed Your Favorite Bands Aboard The Emo’s Not Dead Cruise [Q&A] | THE NOISE
February 18, 2025
What happens when you interview nearly every band playing the third annual Emo’s Not Dead Cruise? You get the world's longest emo interview ever. Seriously.
Author:
Moe Horta
Raveena Dedicates a Blissfully Soulful Ballad to Her "Mama" This Mother's Day
May 12, 2019
Raveena is celebrating this Mother's Day by dedicating a special ballad to her personal inspiration.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul