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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
Danny Singh Proves Himself King of the New Wave With 'Ozone Park' Mini Movie [Premiere]
June 17, 2021
<i>Ozone Park</i> is equal parts multimedia experimentation and love letter to home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
'The Life Of Pi'erre 5' Proves Pi'erre Bourne Saved the Best Beats For Himself
June 17, 2021
Hip-hop's cultural landscape would look entirely different without Bourne.
Author:
Carter Fife
Can Confirm, ‘Kyle Gordon Is Great’ On Debut Comedy LP [Q&A] | THE NOISE
March 3, 2024
The Noise had the chance to chat with Gordon about his influences, how he started doing comedy, and what the future has in store for him.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
“George F**** Strait" is Laci Kaye Booth’s Ode to the Cowboy of her Dreams
June 7, 2025
Laci Kaye Booth pays a sultry, slow-burning tribute to country music legend, and fellow Texan, George Strait.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Leven Kali Discusses "Sumwrong," Family, & How He Met The A&R Who Signed Him [Q&A]
February 26, 2019
Blending soul and funk with psychedelia, the young talent has caught the industry's attention.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
Rainsford Reveals Her "Passionate" Self with Minimalistic-Pop Melodies [PREMIERE]
March 21, 2019
"'Passionate' is a song about feeling so much for someone but being unable to act on what you both want so badly."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
flor Presents a Stunning Visual for "White Noise" Amidst OTW-Presented Tour [PREMIERE]
September 13, 2019
Alternative pop darlings flor have just unveiled a music video for the melodic first track from their sophomore album, 'ley lines.'
Author:
Precious Kato
Sam Fender Comes of Age on the Brilliant 'Seventeen Going Under'
October 11, 2021
"It's about growing up. It's a celebration of life after hardship, it's a celebration of surviving."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
dexter's "Pressure" Is a Hypnotic Ode to Self-Growth
June 1, 2022
"Pressure” evokes that signature UK alt-pop sound that artists like PinkPantheress have slowly edged into our scene.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Jagwar Twin Shines on Existential Sophomore Album ‘33’ [Q&A] | The Noise
November 10, 2022
"At the end of the day, being an artist is about knowing yourself."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet Una Mia, the Rising R&B Artist Who Has Us Under Her Spell
January 18, 2024
With only one song out right now, is it too soon to call Una Mia timeless?
Author:
Carter Fife
Head In The Clouds Festival Returns to New York With (G)I-DLE, Joji, and More
February 5, 2024
The two-day event will feature live performances from some of the artists at the forefront of Asian talent and culture.
Author:
Ruby Scott