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renforshort Takes Us Through ‘a girl's experience,’ Track by Track
June 16, 2025
‘a girls experience’ traces an alternative pop course through feelings of nostalgia, desperate crushes, and coming of age.
Author:
DJ Connor
Kevin Abstract and Dominic Fike Reunite Over Hometown Woes in "Geezer"
June 16, 2025
"Geezer" tells a cautionary tale of how bleak life can be if you don’t live up to your potential.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Jahnah Camille Breaks Down Her New Vulnerable EP “My sunny oath!” [Q&A]
June 13, 2025
Before embarking on a run of shows supporting indie darling Blondshell, we chatted with Jahnah about her new music, biggest inspirations, and her vulnerable songwriting process.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Kevin Atwater Puts His Spin on Troye Sivan’s “My My My!”
June 13, 2025
Paying tribute to one of the iconic male queer artists that came before him, Atwater accesses a different side of this beloved song.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Dora Jar Lets Go of Feeling Lost in “The Explorer”
June 13, 2025
The track is both deeply personal and universally comforting, allowing Dora to effortlessly pull listeners into her ethereal universe of quiet introspection.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Leikeli47 Is Finally Taking Off the Mask in 'Lei Keli ft. 47 / For Promotional Use Only'
June 13, 2025
Leikeli47 is completely certain of who she is and the power that she holds.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
One Step Closer’s Ryan Savitski on Their First Headline Tour, Embracing Hometown Roots, Fashion Inspirations, and More | The Noise [Q&A]
June 12, 2025
Originating from the bustling Wilkes-Barre scene, home to bands like Title Fight, Tigers Jaw and more, the straight edge rockers One Step Closer are looking to make a name for themselves with their distinct brand of heavy and emotive music.
Author:
Moe Horta
Rising Pop Icon Rose Gray Makes Her US Debut and Teases “Louder, Please” Deluxe [Q&A]
June 10, 2025
We chatted with the rising star about her American debut at Pride before her set, which attracted a crowd of excited festival-goers prepared to get “Wet & Wild” and dance the day away.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Finn Wolfhard Reintroduces Himself in Debut Album 'Happy Birthday'
June 10, 2025
'Happy Birthday 'is an unveiling of self that proves we may not have ever truly known Wolfhard in the first place.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Ashe and FINNEAS Debut Their Band, The Favors, With Single, "The Little Mess You Made"
June 10, 2025
Accompanying the release with an album announcement and music video drop, The Favors are just getting started.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Lime Garden's 'One More Thing' Is an Essential Indie Record
February 29, 2024
The ten-track body of work is an effortless ode to womanhood and coming of age littered with fizzing indie-pop.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Faye Webster Hones in One Her Stirring, Trademark Sound in 'Underdressed at the Symphony'
March 5, 2024
'Underdressed at the Symphony' is a simultaneously intimate yet casual stroll through uncharted territories of the artist’s sound.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Homeschool Is in For A "Drop-Dead Summer" With New Wave-Inspired Single
July 1, 2024
"'Drop-Dead Summer' tries to put into words a foreboding feeling that comes with getting older and the start of another summer.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Carlile Casts a Pop Spell in Debut Album 'Human Human' [Q&A]
September 4, 2024
"'Human Human' is an exploration of emotion through song."
Author:
DJ Connor
Hillsboro Embraces Musical Freedom in Raw 'White Trash' EP
September 16, 2024
Offering ceaseless energy and immaculate DIY production, White Trash often teeters on the brink of chaos yet always maintains its sharp focus.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Joey Valence & Brae Announce Third Album, HYPERYOUTH, With Electric Double Single
July 15, 2025
A well anticipated follow up to the critically acclaimed PUNK TACTICS and NO HANDS, JVB continues to shine in their maximalist reinterpretation of classic emcee / rapper duo with a refreshing, vibrant style.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
10 Questions With Jessiqa Jones on Her New Sound and Single "it's milk, DON’T CRY!" [Q&A]
April 16, 2024
"Funnily enough, I’ve dropped milk jugs and sobbed before but that’s a story for a different day."
Author:
DJ Connor
Aaron Taos Drops the Perfect Roadtrip Album With 'juniper: the long drive'
July 17, 2024
"This album is meant for the open road, high sun and big sky."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Hellp Promise Yet Another Year of Technicolor Electroclash With "Hazel"
April 17, 2025
The new single arrives ahead of the duo's highly anticipated DJ set at Coachella Weekend 2.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Meet 1300, an Alt Hip-Hop Group from Sydney with Their Newest Banger "BANGALANG" [Q&A]
June 10, 2025
Quite literally based off the Korean word for bread, this song is full of the unbeatable energy of 1300.
Author:
DJ Connor