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The Elevator Encounter That Sparked a New Music Genre
February 26, 2021
In honor of Black History Month, we explore the legacy of Gamble and Huff, the progenitors of Philly Soul.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Blu DeTiger Showcases Her Musical Virtuosity on "Vintage"
February 25, 2021
Any fan of groovy, funky pop music should be sure to check out Blu DeTiger's latest single, "Vintage."
Author:
Jordan Shickman
Colby Lafayette Steps Into His Rockstar Persona on "BEST GUY"
February 25, 2021
Colby Lafayette is exploring new vices on his single "BEST GUY."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Junaco Returns With Peacefully Hypnotic Single "Blue Room"
February 25, 2021
Junaco's latest single "Blue Room" is an indie-rock-meets-chillwave laced with psychedelic guitar melodies and ethereal vocals.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kid Hastings Explores a New Relationship on "Backwards"
February 25, 2021
"Backwards" features Kid Hastings' signature dulcet tones and cleverly written songwriting.
Author:
Carter Fife
The Invisible Hands That Changed Pop Music Forever
February 25, 2021
In honor of Black History Month, we explore the legacy of The Funk Brothers, the original hitmakers.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Still Woozy Daydreams of Electric Romance in New Video for "Rocky"
February 25, 2021
Still Woozy adds a touch of surrealism to complement his brand of bedroom pop in his new video for "Rocky"
Author:
Carter Fife
"Love You Now, Love You Later" Is Yet Another Testament to Ben Kessler's Diverse Songwriting [Premiere]
February 24, 2021
Continuing our everlasting journey with Ben Kessler, we're extremely excited to premiere his latest single "Love You Now, Love You Later."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Ashe Rewrites the Story on "The Same" for 'To All The Boys' Finale
February 24, 2021
"The Same" captures the all-consuming head-spinning surrealism of being totally enraptured one day and shattered to pieces the next.
Author:
Rachel Lai
How Mahalia Jackson Blessed the Masses
February 24, 2021
In honor of Black History Month, we highlight four musical acts that changed the face of the music industry.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Liily Is Turning the Dream of Four Kids From the San Fernando Valley Into a Reality [Q&A]
September 10, 2024
Roses, thorns, roadkill, and anaphylactic shock adorn the ever-winding interstate toward Liily's present triumph.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Remy Bond Channels Old Hollywood Into Aesthetic Pop with "Simple Girl"
February 7, 2025
Invoking Lana Del Rey and Sabrina Carpenter with a sound entirely her own, Remy Bond crafts a vision for herself.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Coffee Cups & Keys Remind FLETCHER of Lost Loves in Heart-Wrenching "About You"
May 27, 2019
Eight years after her appearance on the first season of The X Factor, FLETCHER is still dropping one electro-pop banger after another.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Karmic Boldly Declares Their Signature Sound With 'This Is Karmic' [PREMIERE]
May 30, 2019
Karmic's debut EP is an audacious introduction to the band's contagious blend of funk, indie, and pop.
Author:
Brady Moses
We're "All In" for Bearson's New Collab With Georgia Ku and JRM [Premiere]
November 21, 2019
Bearson has us falling in love with his music all over again.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
RITTYBO Understands the Camaraderie in Vulnerability [Q&A]
December 3, 2019
RITTYBO is special and there is just no other way to put it.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
They're a Meme and They're Owning It in Top That Track's 'Indie Starter Pack' Episode
February 25, 2020
This week's episode comes with a free side of fairy lights and rolled-up vintage jeans.
Author:
Precious Kato
Cody Lovaas Re-Imagines "OH NO!" For "Acoustic Sessions From My Room'
July 1, 2020
It's time to get intimate with Cody Lovaas.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Dreamer Isioma Embarks on an Intergalactic Journey Inward in "Fuck Tha World"
January 13, 2023
'Fuck Tha World’ touches on the existentialism of life and freedom.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
FEST RECAP: Who? What? Why? When We Were Young! [Q&A] | THE NOISE
October 24, 2023
It is no surprise that the pop-punk-themed, Warped Tour-inspired festival When We Were Young has created such a buzz amongst older alternative music fans, resulting in back-to-back years of sold-out weekends.
Author:
Moe Horta