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Interview With Wasia Project: On Isotope Chic, Bathroom Scribbles and Being Ready to Make An Album
November 27, 2024
The iconic brother and sister pop-duo have just completed their Isotope World Tour, so at their show in Brussels, we sat down to chat about their songwriting process, cats, and being ready to add more songs to their musical catalog.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
BoyWithUke Unveils a Soul-Stirring Finale With His New Album, ‘Burnout’
November 23, 2024
The compilation of songs acts as a bridge to Charley Yang and the very real and personal themes he is now prepared to reveal.
Author:
René Cobar
Bestfriend Begs the Question in an Indie Pop Dreamscape: "WHY DO WE DO THIS?"
November 22, 2024
The song questions why and how we continue to push through life despite self-doubt, loneliness, and self-inflicted pressure.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Skateland Grapples with the Modern World on Transcendent EP "Joyce Howell, How are You?"
November 21, 2024
The project is a romantic, celestial love letter to the characters in his head, the muses that strike him unexpectedly, and most importantly, himself.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Don't Be Fooled by Polly Money's Earworm Pop Innocence in "i'm not proud"
November 20, 2024
Self described “lesbian overlord," Polly Money turns shame into the catchiest pop mastery.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Claire Brooks Declares, "I Will Outlive You," And We Believe Her [Track-by-track]
November 18, 2024
Defying genre to create a beat-forward blend of indie pop influences, Claire Brooks intertwines humor with intimate observation.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Daydreamers’ Debut EP Catapults Listeners into a World of Purifying Fantasy
November 16, 2024
The band leans into a complex theme of escaping into their daydreams while also reveling in their sometimes aching feelings.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
IDER Demands Bodily Autonomy in Indie Pop Anthem "Know How It Hurts"
November 16, 2024
The duo’s earnest voices accompanied by a driving beat turns a doomsday anthem into an anthem of hope and change.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Wallice Reveals Debut Album, "The Jester," Plus Passionfruit Martinis and Limited Edition Merch Mugs [Q&A]
November 15, 2024
While Wallice’s sound has always been earnest, crafty & self aware, this work is at its best, ensuring "The Jester" in our must-listen albums of the year.
Author:
DJ Connor
Camille Schmidt Pairs Personal Growth with Blunt Self-Awareness on "XOXO"
November 15, 2024
Camille’s smart songwriting is full of personality, balancing humor with an underlying weight of hard truth.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Clairo Puts Us Under Her Spell in 'Charm'
July 15, 2024
Clairo bottles up authenticity and pours it into a project rife with soft-spoken lust and resolve.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Orla Gartland Feels It All on "The Hit," Announces 'Everybody Needs a Hero' Album [Q&A]
July 26, 2024
I think I've become louder, bolder, braver.
Author:
DJ Connor
Adan Diaz Realizes He's A "Jerk x2" in Laidback New Single
May 13, 2024
"jerk x2" is a standout indie-pop track that will stay with you all day.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Little Monarch Urges You to Surrender to the Journey in "Tears"
July 17, 2023
"Tears" feels like the ultimate “thank god, it’s summer” song.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Daydreamers’ Debut EP Catapults Listeners into a World of Purifying Fantasy
November 16, 2024
The band leans into a complex theme of escaping into their daydreams while also reveling in their sometimes aching feelings.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Yam Haus Spark a Magnetic Attraction With "Color You In" [Premiere]
August 2, 2024
“Color You In” is nostalgic, intimate, and straightforward.
Author:
Giselle Libby
From Dirt to Diamonds: Phebe Starr is Creating Beauty From The Ground Up
May 24, 2024
“It's intriguing how this sentiment weaves through my narrative. I often find myself observing the world with a feeling that I don't quite really understand it, and yet I'm so curious about how others seem to.”
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
Juliana Madrid Is Accepting Probable Fate in 'Lifetime' EP [Q&A]
July 23, 2024
Known for intensely vibrant lyrics and layered songwriting, Juliana’s latest is a bookclub of emotions, a place to curl up and contemplate the deep dissonance within.
Author:
DJ Connor
Declan McKenna Is the Gift That Keeps Giving With "Champagne" and "That's Life"
October 31, 2024
The vibrant psych-pop offerings hint at the artist's penchant for exploration.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
MARIS Offers Up a Sweet Treat to Cap Off Summer With "Salt Water Taffy"
August 6, 2024
“I wanted ‘Salt Water Taffy’ to feel like summertime as a kid
Author:
Giselle Libby