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april june Embraces the Subtle Beauty of the Unknown in “baby’s out of luck again”

april june Embraces the Subtle Beauty of the Unknown in “baby’s out of luck again”

February 16, 2024 “baby’s out of luck again” basks in the art of subtlety and softness while still making a strong impression.
Author: Giselle Libby
Ayleen Valentine's “ask nicely” Is a Hypnotic, Bewitching Plea

Ayleen Valentine's “ask nicely” Is a Hypnotic, Bewitching Plea

February 16, 2024 “ask nicely” is a release of pent-up confusion and frustration with an essential touch of softness.
Author: Giselle Libby
Daisy Grenade Team Up With The Maine On Fiery Single "Liquor And Kerosene" | THE NOISE

Daisy Grenade Team Up With The Maine On Fiery Single "Liquor And Kerosene" | THE NOISE

February 16, 2024 The track tells the sickly-sweet story of a relationship on the rocks, drenched in turmoil and, as the title suggests, liquor (and kerosene).
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Katherine Li’s 'love, k' is a Romantic Treat For All Seasons

Katherine Li’s 'love, k' is a Romantic Treat For All Seasons

February 15, 2024 "This EP is written for all the hopeless romantics that find themselves in a never-ending loop of (borderline imaginary) relationships that never seem to work out."
Author: Abby Kenna
pop
Declan McKenna Creates a Trippy, Experimental World All His Own in 'What Happened to the Beach?'

Declan McKenna Creates a Trippy, Experimental World All His Own in 'What Happened to the Beach?'

February 15, 2024 'What Happened to the Beach?' marks what will inevitably seen as a cornerstone in McKenna's ever-shifting. musical identity.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Emei's "Love Me Not" Is an Energetic, Explosive Pop Stunner

Emei's "Love Me Not" Is an Energetic, Explosive Pop Stunner

February 15, 2024 Emei lets her intrusive thoughts run rampant in her latest infectious single.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
Araya Ventures Down The Neon-Lit Rabbit Hole in Search of Love in "Makima"

Araya Ventures Down The Neon-Lit Rabbit Hole in Search of Love in "Makima"

February 15, 2024 "'MAKIMA' is a love that is mutual and pure; a love that remembers."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
Sierra Spirit Faces the "ghost" of Her Past in Quietly Stunning Debut Single

Sierra Spirit Faces the "ghost" of Her Past in Quietly Stunning Debut Single

February 15, 2024 Spirit draws equal inspiration from the likes of Phoebe Bridgers and Ethel Cain and her upbringing within the Native communities of the Otoe-Missouria and Keetoowah Cherokee.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
girl in red Lets the World Know 'I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!' With Brand New Single "Too Much"

girl in red Lets the World Know 'I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!' With Brand New Single "Too Much"

February 13, 2024 girl in red is swerving into a pop maturity that still honors the understated softness we originally fell in love with.
Author: Abby Kenna
pop
Lizzy McAlpine Returns With the Heartbreaking "Older," Announces Highly-Anticipated New Album

Lizzy McAlpine Returns With the Heartbreaking "Older," Announces Highly-Anticipated New Album

February 13, 2024 “Older” captures the detailed storytelling that originally propelled Lizzy to success while uncovering a deeper layer of her overall artistry.
Author: Giselle Libby
Sadye Dances the Pain Away in “Pretty Traumatized”

Sadye Dances the Pain Away in “Pretty Traumatized”

February 12, 2024 "It’s horror masked with humor. It’s the essence of me.”
Author: Giselle Libby
pop
d4vd Returns to His Indie Rock Roots With the Striking Two-Track 'Withering'

d4vd Returns to His Indie Rock Roots With the Striking Two-Track 'Withering'

February 10, 2024 In his latest offering, the breakout star strays from the ballads and returns to his rambunctious pop-rock roots.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
Meet 1999 Write The Future, 88Rising's Futuristic Music Collective

Meet 1999 Write The Future, 88Rising's Futuristic Music Collective

February 9, 2024 1999 Write The Future balances nostalgia and futuristic intent to wondrous effect.
Author: Carter Fife
rap
Artemas Expands on His Intoxicating, Inescapable Sound With 'pretty'

Artemas Expands on His Intoxicating, Inescapable Sound With 'pretty'

February 9, 2024 'pretty' is a slow descent into madness.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
pop
R&B
jxdn Bares His Still-Bleeding Heart in "WHEN THE MUSIC STOPS"

jxdn Bares His Still-Bleeding Heart in "WHEN THE MUSIC STOPS"

February 9, 2024 "The music of my life has started playing again. All I can think about is showing everyone what it sounds like."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Meet Cleffy, the Artist Fighting His Demons With Intoxicating, Alternative R&B

Meet Cleffy, the Artist Fighting His Demons With Intoxicating, Alternative R&B

February 7, 2024 Honoring themes of loss, grief, and the perils of existing, his alternative R&B is both cathartic and liberating.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
P1Harmony Hold Nothing Back in Their Debut Full-Length 'Killin' It'

P1Harmony Hold Nothing Back in Their Debut Full-Length 'Killin' It'

February 7, 2024 The K-pop group is infectious and innovative in equal measure.
Author: Laura Reyes
pop
Dustin Kensrue Walks Down Memory Lane On Alt-Country Solo Single “Death Valley Honeymoon”

Dustin Kensrue Walks Down Memory Lane On Alt-Country Solo Single “Death Valley Honeymoon”

February 7, 2024 The track details the wild but true story of how Kensrue's grandparents met and recounts their honeymoon in the seemingly unlikely destination of Death Valley.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Softcult Light A Raging Fire in “Shortest Fuse” | THE NOISE

Softcult Light A Raging Fire in “Shortest Fuse” | THE NOISE

February 7, 2024 The single is a melodic lament to the vice-like grip of life under capitalism, highlighting yet again the haunting blend of the band's trademark shadowy riffs, urgent vocals, and commanding beats.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
Jade LeMac on Toxic Relationships, Joke Songs, and 'My Life With the Walter Boys'

Jade LeMac on Toxic Relationships, Joke Songs, and 'My Life With the Walter Boys'

February 6, 2024 19-year-old LeMac is taking the pop world by storm with her confessional storytelling and biting tracks.
Author: Abby Kenna
Pop
Margot Liotta's Latest Is a Song That Will Linger "In My Bones" For Some Time to Come

Margot Liotta's Latest Is a Song That Will Linger "In My Bones" For Some Time to Come

February 6, 2024 "In My Bones" is an honest ode to the struggles of growing up and coming to terms with the harsh realities of life.
Author: Laura Reyes
Bella Poarch and 6arelyhuman Stumble Upon the One at a Crowded Party in "Don't Like Anybody"

Bella Poarch and 6arelyhuman Stumble Upon the One at a Crowded Party in "Don't Like Anybody"

February 6, 2024 "Don't Like Anybody" is a racing, euphoric dance-pop track.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
Bearings' Ryan Culligan Talks Touring with Hardcore Bands, New Music, Blink-182 & More [Q&A] | THE NOISE

Bearings' Ryan Culligan Talks Touring with Hardcore Bands, New Music, Blink-182 & More [Q&A] | THE NOISE

February 5, 2024 Known for their catchy hooks and infectious riffs, Canadian pop-punkers Bearings have proven they’re committed to keeping their fans swaying.
Author: Moe Horta
The Last Dinner Party's 'Prelude to Ecstasy' Is a Portrait of Fierce Femininity and Art-Rock Genius

The Last Dinner Party's 'Prelude to Ecstasy' Is a Portrait of Fierce Femininity and Art-Rock Genius

February 5, 2024 'Prelude to Ecstasy' feels like a Tumblr-era soundtrack to an ornate period piece.
Author: Abby Kenna
Let Night Tapes' "loner" Soundtrack All Your Waking Dreams

Let Night Tapes' "loner" Soundtrack All Your Waking Dreams

February 5, 2024 "Loner" is the new self-indulgent indie coming-of-age anthem we all needed.
Author: Isabella Margolis