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EKKSTACY Switches Gears In Visceral Soul-Stirrer “mr. mole”
October 2, 2024
“mr. mole,” while sparing in lyrical matter, is direct, focused, and successful in its attempt to say a lot in a few words.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Daffo Reminds Us to Slow Down in Latest Single “Get a Life”
October 2, 2024
“Get a Life” is chock full of sentimentality and brimming with all the makings of an indie staple.
Author:
Gia Acosta
Austin City Limits 2024: 12 Ones To Catch (Who Aren't Headlining)
October 1, 2024
This is where you'll find us this year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Biig Piig Reintroduces Herself in the Bewitching “4AM”
September 30, 2024
“‘4AM’ is a track about isolation, loneliness, finding yourself at the end of a tether and being like, ‘How did I get here?’"
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Kevin Atwater Taps Into a Universal Longing in “Ferry Beer”
September 30, 2024
“Ferry Beer” transports us to a vibrant moment in time.
Author:
René Cobar
Jenna Raine Blooms in "Roses" Video
September 27, 2024
"Roses" culminates in a smack of good feels that is highly infectious.
Author:
René Cobar
Stacie Marie Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve in Debut Single "Under Cover"
September 27, 2024
"Under Cover" is a journey through vulnerability and strength, blending atmospheric melodies with a catchy, soulful edge.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jaz Karis Is Ready to Reintroduce Herself to the World in 'Safe Flight' [Q&A]
September 26, 2024
One of R&B’s best-kept secrets is blooming out of the bag.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
The Criticals Deliver a Sleazy, Intoxicating Single in "Adoringly Drunk"
September 26, 2024
The Criticals channel their infectious energy into a picture of drunken sexual tension and seemingly one-sided affection.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Laila! Bares Her Soul and Undeniable Promise in ‘Gap Year!’
September 26, 2024
If Gap Year! is an exercise in talent, then the routine has just begun,
Author:
René Cobar
Meet the Artists Playing Aries' First-Ever Wunderworld Fest
November 9, 2021
It's safe to say that Wunderworld Fest is stacked.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
tg.blk Brings an Old School Flair to "Love Being Used"
April 29, 2021
"This song is my ode to painful queer young love."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Reaper Is the Anti-Hero Indie Needs
January 7, 2020
Enigmatic, elusive, but undeniably captivating.
Author:
Brady Moses
Petey Gives Himself Over to an Enthralling Emotional Deluge in "I'll Wait"
July 11, 2023
The single arrives alongside the news of the artist's forthcoming album, 'USA.'
Author:
Abby Kenna
'Niagara' Is Redveil at His Most Unfiltered
August 25, 2020
Maryland rapper redveil is outpacing his contemporaries on his album 'Niagara.'
Author:
Tyler Borland
KIM! Is the 14-Year-Old Indonesian Rising Star You Need on Your Radar [Premiere + Q&A]
May 31, 2021
And we have the first look at her new music video for "Care 4 U."
Author:
DJ Connor
Saweetie and GALXARA Grab Back in "Sway With Me"
February 3, 2020
Saweetie and GALXARA deliver a Latin-infused feminist anthem for the ages.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
beabadoobee Searches Out Human Warmth in the Rapturous "10:36"
June 15, 2022
beabadoobee is making some of the best indie rock of recent memory.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Bruno Major's Latest Is a Resoundingly Sensual "Old Fashioned" Love Number
February 19, 2019
Major has given the time-honored love song a breath of fresh air.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Ava Max Crushes Societal Norms With Latest Pop Smash, "So Am I"
March 7, 2019
"'So Am I' is about loving yourself, being different, being an outcast and not fitting in the format that society wants to put us in - just celebrating what really makes you different."
Author:
Anna Scholfield