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Austin Millz & Pell Might Leave You "On Read" in 2020
March 25, 2020
If you've ever ghosted somebody, this song is for you.
Author:
Malc.
keshi and the Infectious Melancholy of 'bandaids'
March 24, 2020
"The <i>bandaids</i> record is about vulnerability but also about moving forward, and I hope that in some way it can be your friend in this strange time."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Going Stir Crazy? Cure it With Top That Track's Latest Episode
March 24, 2020
Cabin fever is catching up to Top That Track hosts Precious and Dave.
Author:
Precious Kato
Serena Isioma Is Crafting a Vibe All Her Own
March 24, 2020
Isioma is a slow burn that is quickly heating up.
Author:
Jenna Singer
somegirlnamedanna Pens Her First Chapter in "hello i am"
March 23, 2020
"This is my story, how I grew up, my life, and everything up to this point."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Noah Cyrus Finds Some Light in "I Got So High That I Saw Jesus"
March 23, 2020
"It will be OK, so long as we are guided by compassion and community. Both are needed more than ever right now."
Author:
Alexa Schoenfeld
Lous and The Yakuza's "Solo" Is the Personification of Silk
March 23, 2020
Lous and The Yakuza transcends the sleekness of velvet, silk, and satin, materializing a sonic plushness that is hard to resist.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
AUDREY NUNA Flexes Her Dynamic Range in "Long Night"
March 23, 2020
"Long Night" finds AUDREY NUNA in her element.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Conan Gray, Wallows, Melanie Faye, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
March 20, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Melanie Faye Gives Us a Sonic Hug With "It's a Moot Point"
March 20, 2020
Faye and her Fender Stratocaster feel unstoppable.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
grentperez Looks to His Past For the Storied 'When We Were Younger'
June 6, 2023
"'When We Were Younger' is a collection of music, each relating to figures of the past, whether it be in love, loss, families, and friendship."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Charlotte Cardin Gives Herself the Love She Deserves in '99 Nights'
August 25, 2023
The sophomore effort from Cardin is equal parts vulnerable and heartfelt.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cleo Sol's 'Gold' Feels Like a Sonic Rebirth
October 2, 2023
Exploring themes of love, religion, and self-actualization, this project is a baptism.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Nilüfer Yanya Revolves Around Pain and Vulnerability on "Midnight Sun"
January 26, 2022
"Midnight Sun" is at once dark and shimmering, shifting effortlessly between tensions and release.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
The Beaches Embrace the Pain of Being Alone in "What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Paranoid"
August 25, 2023
"'What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Paranoid' is a song about feeling intense anxiety after a breakup."
Author:
Abby Kenna
Noga Erez's "Godmother" Is a Sultry Rejection of Genre Prescriptions
August 22, 2024
Comfortable creating earnest discomfort in her lyrics, Noga is an artist revered by other artists.
Author:
DJ Connor
Kaash Paige Is R&B's New Dream Girl
November 22, 2019
Kaash Paige makes "indie music for the soul."
Author:
Precious Kato
RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
Rini is a master, both in the kitchen and in the world of velvety-smooth R&B.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Valley Make a Sonic and Emotional Breakthrough on 'Last Birthday'
October 4, 2021
<i>Last Birthday</i> plays out with all the infectious euphoria of someone reaching emotional clarity.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
beabadoobee Embraces the Chaos in Her Head in "If You Want To" Video
April 12, 2019
"I feel like there's not a lot of music that explores subjects which are quite scary to talk about... but it's okay to have intimidating feelings."
Author:
Alyssa Yung