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NIKI's "lowkey" Is a Neo-R&B Ode to Authentic Relationships
April 24, 2019
NIKI is 88rising's first female breakout star.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Emotional Oranges Quenches Our Thirst for Alt-R&B With "Someone Else"
April 24, 2019
The mysterious R&B collective is letting their music speak for themselves.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
'Not Waving, But Drowning' Is Irrefutably a Loyle Carner Project
April 23, 2019
Carner bridges the gap of nostalgia-inducing hip-hop and pertinent modern sensibilities in what proves to be an emotionally-laden sophomore effort.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
SYML Gets Intimate Before His Debut Album With "Bed"
April 23, 2019
SYML lays the stage for a project set to explore love, loss, and discovering one's self-identity.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
KALLITECHNIS - "Talk Talk Talk" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
April 23, 2019
Head to Toronto with us to discover the electronic-minded R&B musings of KALLITECHNIS.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Jade Bird Pens the First Brilliant Chapter of a Future Songwriting Great
April 23, 2019
"This album's all of my past and my present."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
'Where Polly People Go to Read,' the Surreal and Personal Debut Album from Gus Dapperton
April 23, 2019
Dapperton's long-awaited debut album arrives as an intimate account of one of indie pop's new stars.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Cat Clyde's Soaring Vocals Are Timeless in Folky "Bird Bone"
April 22, 2019
Straight out of Stratford, Ontario, is a fresh folk talent who goes by the memorable name of Cat Clyde.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Let Lolo Zouaï Empower You with French-Infused R&B-Pop in 'High Highs to Low Lows'
April 22, 2019
With this refreshingly innovative approach, Zouaï channels classic R&B, Algerian Raï, and Bay Area hip-hop in her glossy debut album.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
FINNEAS Relives Heartbreak in Cinematic "Break My Heart Again" Video
April 22, 2019
Being the hopeless romantic he is, 21-year-old FINNEAS is no stranger to broken hearts.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Meet The Spins, the Unhinged but Self-Assured Jersey Band [Q&A]
August 8, 2025
Their album, 'Left Behind,' showcases the dynamic of true friends enjoying their creative journey.
Author:
Noah Wade
Mayday Parade Release Bubbly "By The Way" And Announce Three-Part Album | THE NOISE
January 13, 2025
Tallahassee's five-piece Mayday Parade celebrates 20 years together by announcing a three-part album showcasing their prolific, emotionally resonant songwriting.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Nate Sib's "keep it up" Positions Him as Pop Music's Next Great Disruptor
April 29, 2025
"keep it up" combines the energy of underground dance music with Sib's predilection for alternative pop experimentation.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Luvcat Reflects on Debut LA Show and the Release of Fan Favorite “Lipstick” [Q+A]
May 14, 2025
U.K. breakthrough artist Luvcat has landed in the U.S., bringing her raw, romantic energy to her growing cult-fanbase.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Sophia Stel Raises a Subtle Middle Finger to Social Media Influencer-ism in Her Latest Single
August 6, 2025
The artist’s new track “All My Friends are Models” evokes a sense of comfort in solitude, laying the introspective foundation for her upcoming EP, How To Win at Solitaire.
Author:
Polina Cherezova
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
quinnie Creates An Intimate Soundscape With Sophomore Album paper doll
July 29, 2025
Riding the wave of her hit single “touch tank” and debut album flounder, the New Jersey-born singer-songwriter makes a strong return with the release of her second studio album, paper doll.
Author:
India Yeoh
There Is A Home Inside Madilyn Mei's "Can of Worms" [Q&A]
July 31, 2025
Wanting to dig deeper into this young & promising artist's very unique approach, we popped on the laptop window box to learn more.
Author:
DJ Connor
EKKSTACY Releases Title Track For Upcoming Album “Forever”
April 1, 2025
EKKSTACY comes into their own with a refreshing perspective on relatable themes seen across his discography.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Meg Smith Wants the Spotlight in “Girls Just Wanna Be Famous”
June 17, 2025
Presenting itself as nothing less than an anthem for every diva who’s ever practiced their awards speech in the mirror, Meg Smith is perfectly equipped to deliver this song with all the pink hair dye, sequins, and platform boots you could ever ask for.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos