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grandson Battles His Inner Demons Amidst a World at War in 'Death Of An Optimist'
December 4, 2020
2020 serves as the perfect backdrop for grandson's long-awaited, political-fueled debut album.
Author:
Ruby Scott

Let Emily Vu's 'Found' EP Keep You Warm This Winter
November 24, 2020
Emily Vu's latest is a heartwarming EP that is sure to keep your spirits soaked in sunshine this winter.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

bbno$'s 'good luck have fun' Will Have You Wishing You Could Stay
October 29, 2020
<i>good luck have fun</i> is the perfect dose of lyrical levity and heavy, hard-hitting rhythms.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

JAWNY Delivers a High-Spirited Mixtape in Major Label Debut 'For Abby'
October 27, 2020
In his highly-anticipated Interscope debut, JAWNY frames the entire affair as an apologetic mixtape, taking us through the highs and low of a breakup.
Author:
Ruby Scott

Jean Dawson's 'Pixel Bath' Is a Masterclass on Staring Down Your Demons
October 26, 2020
<i>Pixel Bath</i> is a self-contained world; reveling in its own sense of triumph at each and every rapturous twist and turn.
Author:
Maddy Quach
keshi's 'always' Captures the Constantly Shifting State of the Heart
October 23, 2020
In <i>always</i>, keshi pairs heartbreaking lows and fleeting highs with an unparalleled ease.
Author:
Ruby Scott

For mxmtoon, 'dusk' Signals a New Beginning
October 5, 2020
"<i>dusk</i> is meant to serve as a reminder that life is cyclical."
Author:
Ruby Scott

Silver Sphere Makes a Shimmering and Stunning Debut With 'all my boyfriends'
September 28, 2020
Silver Sphere makes music to laugh, cry, and dance to.
Author:
Maddy Quach

Baby Rose Bares Her Soul in the Dreamlike 'To Myself'
September 25, 2020
In revisiting her debut album, Baby Rose once again demonstrates her undeniable gift for R&B.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Meet Matt Watson, the YouTube Personality Who's Pretty Damn Good at Pikmin and Music
September 8, 2020
With <i>OUCH!</i>, Watson does more than deliver a promising debut EP; He delivers an emotional push-and-pull that extends far beyond the seemingly endless days of quarantine.
Author:
Ruby Scott
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Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]
May 22, 2020
Kota the Friend is aiming to build a legacy. One he hopes his kids can inherit.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Ryan Caraveo Explores Mind Control with Hip Hop Melodies In 'Butterfly Boy' [Q&A]
August 26, 2019
'Butterfly Boy' very much shares the narrative of Caraveo's inner workings as his brain bounces from one mindset to another.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Riovaz Delivers an Intoxicating Cocktail of House and Anti-Pop in 'Better Late Than Forever'
May 5, 2022
Riovaz is the very definition of a hidden gem.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Laufey Tells Us Everything She Knows About Love in Stunning Debut Album
August 30, 2022
Laufey's debut embodies nostalgia, curiosity, fear for the future, and a sense of peace in the unknown.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

keshi's 'skeletons' Is the Soundtrack to Your Fleeting Summer
July 17, 2019
keshi has scored the perfect millennial summer - capturing a wistful and fleeting moment of beauty.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Multi-Instrumentalist Dennis Lloyd Recounts a Special Past Love in 'Exident' EP
April 8, 2019
"I've never shared anything more personal than this EP. I hope it'll help heal your heart."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
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Fiji Blue on All the 'Reasons You Should Care' About the Duo's Debut EP [Q&A]
May 10, 2021
"There's so many reasons you should care. It's right there in the title."
Author:
Joey Legittino

Kenny Mason Plays By His Own Rules in the Unshakable 'Angelic Hoodrat'
April 16, 2020
In his impeccable debut album, the West Atlanta rapper steps not only out of his comfort zone but the traditional rules of hip-hop.
Author:
Tyler Borland

NIKI's 'Nicole' Is a Look Into the Past and Future of a Pop-R&B Star
August 15, 2022
NIKI holds the hand of a younger her, revisiting old stories through a vessel that’s lived more life.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Mom Jeans. Reflect on the Past and Look to the Future on 'Sweet Tooth'
March 2, 2022
"This band is really about so much more than the four of us."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon