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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
Kristiane Breaks Cycles in Bittersweet Tune “Beacon”
June 5, 2025
With melancholy indie pop as her canvas, poignant singer-songwriter Kristiane paints a vivid picture of self analysis in new single “Beacon."
Author:
Giselle Libby
The Criticals Chart a New Indie Rock Renaissance in 'Here Comes My Doll'
July 23, 2025
Youthful and buoyant, The Criticals are bringing alternative indie rock back home to itself.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Kellin Quinn Debuts Atmospheric Single Alongside Launch Of Solo Project Haunted Mouths | THE NOISE
January 20, 2025
Following a monumental 2024 celebrating the 15th anniversary of 'Let's Cheers To This,' Sleeping With Sirens frontman Kellin Quinn is stepping out into new territory with the launch of his solo project Haunted Mouths.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Shunkan Makes Triumphant Comeback After Five Year Break With 'Kamikaze Girl'
May 20, 2025
'Kamikaze Girl' is emo for the next generation.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Maggie Lindemann's "one of the ones" Is an Infectious Sonic Departure
July 28, 2025
"This song is about the tension between craving connection and pushing people away."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
UMI Explores The Human Experience on Double Single & Album Announcement
July 29, 2025
Rising star, UMI, continues to show her talent as one of the best new young R&B singer-songwriters.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Dylan Gossett’s Westward Is a Life Soundtrack Rooted in Faith and Feeling
July 31, 2025
One week after releasing his debut album, Westward, Dylan Gossett is taking a moment to reflect on what has already become a milestone in his young career.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Evalyn Kicks It Up A Notch With Her Thrilling Innovation “The Feeling”
June 18, 2025
"The Feeling" is an exhilarating burst of sound inspired by the uplifting energy of 2010s music.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Korean Electronic Artist CIFIKA is in a Lane Entirely of Her Own!
July 20, 2025
Korean electronic artist CIFIKA is in a lane entirely her own, crafting immersive soundscapes that blend otherworldly vocals, bold production, and a deep sense of cultural identity.
Author:
Daini Stephenson
SÅl's Debut Single "Things End as They Begin" Demands Attention
August 11, 2020
"Things End as They Begin" is a beautifully sung electronic pop masterpiece that makes new artist SÅl seem like a seasoned veteran.
Author:
Tyler Borland