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Issue 11: The Class of 2026
January 20, 2026
Our first issue of 2026 welcomes our class of 2026, Boylife, recaps our top albums of the past year, and more.
Lexa Gates Sophomore Album, I Am, Is A Quiet Claiming of Space
January 17, 2026
Vulnerable without being fragile and confident without being guarded, I Am feels like Gates stepping closer to herself in real time.
Quarters Delivers Stellar Double Single With "HEADLIGHT" and "PERFECT WORD"
January 17, 2026
The twin singles continue Quarters’ momentum, evolving into a full-scale rock act, connecting with their roots and demanding your attention.
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The Top 30 Artists to Watch in 2026
January 16, 2026
Meet the OnesToWatch class of 2026.
Feng Goes "Cali Crazy" in Nostalgic, Sun-Soaked Single
January 16, 2026
California has a history of inspiring some of the best songs, and it looks like Feng’s “Cali Crazy” is going to be joining that list.
Fcukers Deliver a Dreamlike Dancefloor Escape in "L.U.C.K.Y."
January 16, 2026
While it feels like we’re living in the worst timeline, at least we count ourselves “lucky” that we live in the timeline where Fcukers is releasing new music.
2026 May Be the Year of the Horse, But Oxis' '8' Will Make It the Year of the Fish!
January 16, 2026
After ending the year opening for Magdalena Bay´s US-Canada tour, LA-based artist Oxis (Latin for ¨tuna¨) is kicking off the year with the release of her album, Oxis 8.
Buffalo Traffic Jam’s New Single Lives Between Comfort and Heartbreak
January 16, 2026
From couch covers to sold-out shows, what started as two friends playing covers on a couch has turned into an almost completely sold-out tour.
Solya Announces Debut Album With Release Of New Single "Tell Me It's Over"
January 14, 2026
West Texas singer-songwriter phenom Solya is foreshadowing her reign, announcing the release of her debut album Queen of Texas, out March 6.
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Theo Bleak is 'Bargaining' For Connection on Her Latest Album [Q&A]
January 12, 2026
Bleak answered all our burning questions about the 14-track project, covering a transformative year of grief.
Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
Aaron Taos Explores His Self-Identity in Dreamy 'Birthday Boy' Album
March 6, 2019
New Yorker Aaron Taos is doing a lot more than just partying to celebrate his birthday.
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Step Into the Nostalgic Warmth of Royel Otis' 'Sofa Kings' [Q&A]
May 17, 2023
The Australian duo feels like sunshine encapsulated.
Cruza Conjure a Multidimensional "Fantasy" in Their Latest Single
December 5, 2022
"Fantasy” is a bonafide liquid dream.
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From YouTube Covers to Covering the Globe: Daniela Andrade Releases "Ayayai" [PREMIERE]
September 18, 2019
Andrade has illuminated her path to stardom with her delicate, mesmerizing voice and unbelievable creativity.
Ginger Root's 'Nisemono' Is a Euphoric Look at Imposter Syndrome and the Quarter-Life Crisis
September 12, 2022
Ginger Root has managed to find merriment within delicate introspection and sobering surrender.
Amble Brings Us Back Down to Earth in 'The Commons'
November 4, 2024
'The Commons' is a moving exploration of grief and loss
Powfu Shares 'poems of the past,' a Sublime Lo-Fi Portrait of Youth
May 29, 2020
In his major label debut, Powfu shares every ounce of himself, blemishes and all.
Ava Max Delivers a Fan-Favorite Bop in "Salt"
December 12, 2019
Long live our pop princess Ava Max ðŸ''
Baby Keem and Kendrick Lamar Illustrate Their "family ties" as Hip-Hop Royalty
August 27, 2021
If <i>DONDA</i> never arrives, "family ties" may just be hip-hop's greatest offering of the year.