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James Droll's "Cut My Teeth" Is a Soulful & Cathartic Assessment on Love [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 7, 2019
Droll's discernible ability to create dark pop songs with a comforting hint of optimism is evident in the grappling "Cut My Teeth."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
John The Blind Embraces His Laid Back Personality in Acoustic "Sticky" Video [PREMIERE]
March 7, 2019
Former songwriter for Harry Styles, John Legend, and Maroon 5, John The Blind has officially stepped into his own.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
NoMBe's 'They Might've Even Loved Me (Re:Imagination)' Is Brilliantly Ambitious
March 6, 2019
Featuring everyone from Skott, Thutmose, slenderbodies, RAC, to Transviolet, NoMBe has reworked his debut spectacularly.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Soulful Jazz & Hip Hop Supergroup, The Chess Club, Returns With "Not A Fan" [PREMIERE]
March 6, 2019
A lighthearted alternative hip hop song masterfully written and produced by Abhi The Nomad, Simon Jefferis and Natty Reeves.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Durand Jones & The Indications Share 5 Tips for Spreading Love in 'American Love Call' Album
March 5, 2019
"We can begin to see the threads connecting our goals as disparate rallying cries blend into a single song."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Pink Sweat$ Takes It to the Next Level in Bluesy "I Know" Ahead of 'Volume II' EP
March 4, 2019
The sultry guitars and soothing percussion underneath his sweet crooning are exactly what we needed to confirm that Pink Sweat$ is worth keeping our eyes on.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
R&B Newcomer Zacari Strikes Gold with the "Midas Touch"
March 4, 2019
"This is only the beginning of my long catalogue I intend to put out into the world."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
dijon's 'Sci Fi 1′ Is a 21st Century R&B-Folk Masterpiece
March 4, 2019
An EP that will likely go down as one of the most overlooked yet critically-acclaimed projects of 2019.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
LÉON's Debut Album Is Filled With Infectious Indie-Pop Anthems
March 2, 2019
LÉON is ready for the limelight.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Loyle Carner and Jorja Smith Just Dropped the Best Collaboration of 2019 With "Loose Ends"
February 28, 2019
It does not get much better than this glorious fusion of hip-hop and soul.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
UMI's "Sukidakara" Is a Japanese-Sung Twist on R&B the World Needs to Hear
October 16, 2019
UMI embraces her multicultural identity in a bedroom R&B track that plays out like a dream.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Fiji Blue Is Destined to Get You Up and Groove
October 24, 2019
If there is one constant to Fiji Blue's music, it is that it is guaranteed to make you dance.
Author:
Precious Kato
Montell Fish Fleshes Out His Creative Journey With the Breathtaking "Wings"
September 27, 2021
Spanning multiple disciplines, Montell's creative vision is hypnotic.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Tim Atlas' "Tangerine" Is a Luscious Ode to Understated Beauty
October 23, 2019
Tim Atlas learned a choreographed dance for his heavenly new single. That alone is reason enough for us to play "Tangerine" on repeat.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Meet Choker, the Most Underrated Rising Artist of 2019 [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
March 19, 2019
Though his vocals are often likened to Frank Ocean, Choker deserves to be discussed as a storm of his own.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
thuy's ‘girls like me don’t cry’ Sees Her Confidently Wearing Her Heart on Her Sleeve
October 6, 2022
In her sophomore project, thuy readily accepts the pangs and wants of the heart.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Yebba Releases "Distance," an Immaculate First Glance at Her Long-Awaited Debut Album
May 8, 2020
Produced alongside Mark Ronson, Yebba's latest captures the moment she realized a relationship was nearing its final moments.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Teddy Swims on His Upcoming Debut EP, Writing Process, and Metamorphosis [Q&A]
October 1, 2020
We spoke with Teddy Swims about his upcoming debut EP, his writing process and his metamorphosis from rock singer to to hip-hop/R&B artist.
Author:
Miguel Costa
Bakar's 'Will You Be My Yellow?' Displays Refreshing Artistry & Vast Potential
September 20, 2019
After the release of the groovy "Hell N Back," London's newest visionary has released his 'Will You Be My Yellow?' EP.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
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