Who is Joey Valence & Brae?

Forged by the sounds of giants like Beastie Boys and brimming with ‘90s references that span the likes of Mortal Kombat, Nike Airs, to Super Mario, Joey Valence & Brae are bringing back a sound that is equal parts nostalgic and infectious. The larger-than-life MCs’ sound, which is all produced in Joey’s home bedroom, has quickly found a foothold amongst indie hip-hop stalwarts and Gen Z fans alike, earning them festival spots and major TikTok traction in less than a year. We had the chance to talk to the rapidly rising MCs at this year’s Lollapalooza beg the question… Who is Joey Valence & Brae?

Author: Ruby Scott

September 15, 2022

interview

rap

hip hop

lollapalooza

who is

joey valence

brae

joey valence & brae

How brookelen Found Her Own Light In dark side of the sun [Q&A]

October 23, 2026 Making 'dark side of the sun' had indie-rock artist brookelen creating in different ways; recording with a live band, shooting stunning visuals with her talented friends, and expanding upon themes that allowed her to face hard truths head on.

Author: Giselle Libby

alternative

interview

indie rock

shoegaze

brookelen

dark side of the sun

DJ Suzy Links Up With Her Inner Kira Krash To Create Transformative Debut Album [Q&A]

October 23, 2026 We chatted about the long process of her debut album, what’s changed and what’s stayed true throughout years of growing alongside the friend, foe, and confidant that is 'Kira Krash.'

Author: Giselle Libby

pop

interview

bedroom pop

debut album

dj suzy

kira krash

ambient pop

How Whitney Whitney Lost Her Voice And Found A New Sound On ‘1.3’ [Q+A]

October 23, 2026 Loss is a part of life, but what do you do when it feels like you’ve lost yourself? How do you figure out where to go from there? If you’re Whitney Whitney, you keep going — and make an excellent new EP, 1.3.

Author: India McCarty

pop

interview

alternative pop

Whitney Whitney

1.3

orchestral pop