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Adam Melchor's "Last Time" Is an Ode to Unspoken Goodbyes
January 8, 2021
In "Last Time," Adam Melchor tackles the fickle nature of humans, crafting a beautiful and incredibly vulnerable song.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
Trey Graves Drops Visual for "X."
January 6, 2021
Singer, rapper, producer, and multi-instrumentalist dynamo Trey Graves has released his latest single "X."
Author:
Malc.
min.a Premieres New Video for Her Addictive Single "Hour 24″
December 28, 2020
New York-based Korean-American, min.a, has been steadily garnering attention through her unique brand of pop with glitchy electronic elements.
Author:
Tyler Borland
myKeL's "DCMBR"is Emotive, Innovative, and Unrestricted by Genre
December 28, 2020
myKEL's latest track "DCMBR" is a climactic building track that transitions from a stripped back guitar driven ballad to a pulsing electronic instrumental.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Rook Monroe's Debut EP 'Californialand' is Lyrically Compelling
December 18, 2020
Songwriter Rook Monroe is no stranger to penning memorable songs.
Author:
Tyler Borland
The Trusted Offer up a Track of Reflection and Contemplation in "Criminals"
December 18, 2020
UK indie rock band The Trusted offer up a new video just in time for Christmas.
Author:
Joe Beer
Dead Emerson Showcases Another Level of Sophistication on "Siddhartha"
December 18, 2020
It's been too long since we've found an indie rock artist to bring us to our happy place. Alas, Dead Emerson emerges and here we are.
Author:
Joey Legittino
conner's "theme song" Proves He's a Modern Rockstar
December 17, 2020
The Maryland born, LA-based artist and multi-instrumentalist conner has been making waves with his recent single "theme song."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Isaia Huron's "Somehow I Knew" Is an Incredible Vocal Display
December 17, 2020
Nashville R&B artist Isaia Huron has built up a following through self reflexive songwriting and a smooth vocal performance.
Author:
Tyler Borland
PARK RD's Idyllic Surf Rock Is Very Necessary Right Now [Q&A]
December 14, 2020
We caught up with four fifths of Park RD ahead of their set for a quick chat about their influences, music bucket lists and wanting Harry Styles on speed dial.
Author:
Georgie Wright
Artemas Pushes Pop Boundaries on "High 4 U"
December 14, 2020
It's clear that Oxford's Artemas is destined for stardom.
Author:
Tyler Borland
FINKEL Finish off the Year With the Quirky 'Sick 2020′
December 11, 2020
The artist duo FINKEL are two of the quirkiest rule-breakers in the music and art world that I know.
Author:
Lexi Vaganos
SLUGS' Stunning New Single "Super Sane" Is Beautifully Tragic
December 11, 2020
Four-piece Los Angeles alt-rock group SLUGS deliver new single "Super Sane."
Author:
Joe Beer
Gaff's Energetic "How It Goes" Is a New Direction for the Irish Artist
December 11, 2020
Ireland native Gaff has been merging pop, alternative, and Hip-Hop in new and innovative ways all throughout 2020.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Gabe Goodman's 'New Things' EP Is the Indie Soundtrack of a Love Story
December 9, 2020
Get ready to have Los Angeles based singer-songwriter, Gabe Goodman added to your listening rotation.
Author:
Jordan Shickman
Elroy Disregards Boundaries on His Highly Catchy Single "PARASITE"
December 8, 2020
Pennsylvania native Elroy embodies the sounds and ideas of Hyperpop but does it on his own terms.
Author:
Tyler Borland
DWLLRS Embrace Sunny Optimism on "We're All Just Falling and Flying"
December 4, 2020
San Clemente pop duo DWLLRS take influence from surf rock, alternative hip-hop, and pop, but join these sounds together to make something uniquely themselves.
Author:
Tyler Borland
See Yourself in Laura Elliott's "Caroline"
December 4, 2020
If you're in need of an enchanting harmonic tune to clear your mind and clear your skin, look no further than Laura Elliott's "Caroline."
Author:
Precious Kato
Middle Part Divulges 'I Wish I Was Alive' on Honest New EP [Premiere]
December 3, 2020
Brooklyn indie-pop artist Middle Part unveils his debut six-track EP, 'I Wish I Was Alive.'
Author:
Joe Beer
KALI's Indie Funk Keeps Bringing Us "Back to the Start"
December 3, 2020
Kali Flanagan, aka KALI, is a 16-year-old LA-based singer and multi-instrumentalist.
Author:
Malc.
kmoe's Risk Taking Pays off on "All the Time (Feat. Polearm)"
December 2, 2020
16-year-old, Vancouver native kmoe reinvents himself with every new single.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Indie Producer Andrey Azizov Pushes the Boundaries of Electronic on His Debut EP
December 1, 2020
New York producer and designer Andrey Azizov has gradually been building up a fan base through his progressive, atmospheric production style.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Jimi Somewhere Drives Through Nostalgia On "In My Car"
November 25, 2020
Tucked away in the middle of Norway, indie artist Jimi Somewhere, also known as Benjamin Shandy, has released yet another spellbinding single ahead of his upcoming album Nothing Gold Stays called "In My Car."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
THEO's 'C-SIDES' Is an Easygoing Display of Relatable Songwriting
November 25, 2020
THEO continues to experiment and hone his songwriting on his debut EP 'C-SIDES.'
Author:
Tyler Borland
Australia's Olive Amun Is Quickly Gaining Notoriety With "Do U Wrong"
November 25, 2020
Melbourne-based artist Olive Amun seamlessly bounces back and forth between clever tongue-in-cheek rap and pop melodies on "Do U Wrong."
Author:
Tyler Broland
Peach Tree Rascals' "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]
August 29, 2019
With Mexican, Filipino, and Palestinian roots that run deep, Peach Tree Rascals is one of the most hardworking collectives we've had the honor of introducing.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Meet Zeph, the Composer of Your Coming-of-Age Soundtrack
February 17, 2022
Zeph is a singer-songwriter, producer, and shitposter that you need in your life.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
keshi's "blue" Is a Heartbreaking Ode to Falling Out of Touch
December 17, 2019
Seemingly out of nowhere, keshi emerged as one of 2019's most promising artists.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Surfaces Is Quite Possibly the Most Optimistic & Eclectic Indie-Pop Duo To Date
August 26, 2019
Now that Surfaces has two impressive, self-produced albums and a sold-out nationwide tour under their belt, there's no denying that this carefree duo will succeed.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Delaney Bailey Pens the Tender and Heartwarming "j's lullaby"
January 10, 2022
Bailey has all the hallmarks of a truly great singer-songwriter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly
October 30, 2020
It looks like 2020 isn't a complete wash.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene
January 18, 2023
Kiki Rockwell is an innovative new artist fresh to New Zealand’s indie scene.
KennyHoopla's "how will i rest in peace if i'm buried by a highway? //" Is Pure Catharsis
February 10, 2020
KennyHoopla is the next wave.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jeremy Zucker's "always, i'll care" Is a Heavenly Ode to Platonic Love
February 7, 2020
"It's a song for my friends, whom I love deeply, and a promise to do better."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Reflect on Fluctuating Relationships in Melancholic 'brent' EP
May 6, 2019
"These songs kept us warm in the deep snow of December. We hope they can do the same for you."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]
June 28, 2019
The initial excitement surrounding BENEE is not unlike that of the first time we heard tale of a young Billie Eilish.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Pen Sorrowful Melodies in "you were good to me"
April 22, 2019
"The music really represents how we felt at that cabin: inspired, wholesome, and introspective."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Get to Know Indie Newcomer, KALI [Q&A]
January 20, 2021
Get to know 16-year-old artist KALI and watch the music video for her latest single, "Lucy,"
Author:
Jordan Shickman
Cavetown Revisits the Arresting World of "Devil Town"
January 14, 2019
Centered around the divorce of Skinner's parents, "Devil Town" has long existed as one of his back catalog's most personal and powerful works.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Clairo's "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" Showcase the Early Promise of an Anti-Pop Star
February 25, 2019
Taken together, "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" are akin to a timeline of an artist finding their voice, a voice that would come to charm the world over.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet carpetgarden, the Misfit Indie Pop Icon Embracing Optimistic Nihilism
December 9, 2021
"'IDC' is a really chaotic song about embracing identity and flaws and giving up in the most positive way."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
Hollow Coves' 'Moments' Is a Reminder to Not Let Life Pass You By [Q&A]
October 21, 2019
"We wanted to remind people that life can actually be pretty amazing if you let yourself see the beauty in all the little things."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Matt Maeson Returns Home a Changed Man in "Blood Runs Red"
May 19, 2022
"'Blood Runs Red' is a song about being a successful artist and the narcissistic tendencies that come along with it."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Gus Dapperton Returns With "First Aid," an Emo-Tinged Ode to His Sister
April 23, 2020
"First Aid" sees Dapperton at his most downtrodden and vulnerable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
girl in red Shares "midnight love," Her Most Intimate Single Yet
April 14, 2020
"midnight love" is a noted evolution for girl in red.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Curtis Waters Brings Worldly Whimsy to "Stunnin"
May 20, 2020
"'Stunnin' is a groovy lighthearted bop"
Author:
Malc.
Fiji Blue's "Waves" Puts Us Back Into Our Feelings
September 18, 2020
Putting us straight into our feels, Fiji Blue is back with yet another intimate song.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Let Sault Walk You Through A Beautifully Orchestrated Sensory Overload
August 13, 2019
Anonymous trio Sault has managed to capture lightning in a bottle, reconstructing sounds of generations past while remaining rhythmically stimulating.
Author:
Chuck Ramos