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Garćons Music'  Is Boundless in Creation and Direction, but the Funk Is Real [Q&A]

Garćons Music'  Is Boundless in Creation and Direction, but the Funk Is Real [Q&A]
August 19, 2019 We had the pleasure to catch up with Garćons about being human, the making of 'Body Language,' and their fanboy love for music.
Author: Chuck Ramos
new artist discovery
soul
indie
interview
garcons
Get High On Life with Maude Latour's "Ride My Bike" [Q&A]

Get High On Life with Maude Latour's "Ride My Bike" [Q&A]
August 16, 2019 "This song is definitely about when you're in that low spot, take charge of it. Go on a bike ride. Do it. Force yourself."
Author: Miranda Hyman
Pop
Interview
Maude Latour
Ride My Bike
Catching Up with COIN: One of Indie-Pop's Greatest Blessings [Q&A]

Catching Up with COIN: One of Indie-Pop's Greatest Blessings [Q&A]
August 15, 2019 From the get go, COIN has been a beloved project that never sought fame or fortune, but rather music lovers who could resonate with their thoughtful lyricism and optimistic instrumentals.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
indie
interview
indie pop
coin
dayglow
arlie
R&B Heartthrob Chris LaRocca Gets Recruited by the Mafia in Edgy "Dice Out / Test On Me" Video [Q&A]

R&B Heartthrob Chris LaRocca Gets Recruited by the Mafia in Edgy "Dice Out / Test On Me" Video [Q&A]
August 12, 2019 To celebrate the release of his new music, we recently chatted with LaRocca about his punk rock past, surprising music tastes, and of course, his new 'Saudade' EP.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
r&b
pop
interview
saudade
dice out
test on me
chris larocca
Aly&AJ Talk 'Sanctuary,' Touring the World, and Their Highly Anticipated Return to Music [Q&A]

Aly&AJ Talk 'Sanctuary,' Touring the World, and Their Highly Anticipated Return to Music [Q&A]
August 8, 2019 After a decade of silence, Aly & AJ released the suitably titled 'Ten Years' EP, delighting fans with their indestructible bond as sisters and updated synth pop sound.
Author: Anna Scholfield
pop
interview
church
armors
sanctuary
aly&aj
synthpop
Axel Mansoor and the Power of Mindfulness [Q&A]

Axel Mansoor and the Power of Mindfulness [Q&A]
August 8, 2019 Axel Mansoor is a critically acclaimed, Emmy-nominated artist whose viral electro, funk-soaked music has been gaining attention from listeners across the globe.
Author: Chloe Robinson
pop
interview
axel mansoor
ieuan Thinks "VIRTUAL REALITY" Has Us Trapped in a Simulation [PREMIERE + Q&A]

ieuan Thinks "VIRTUAL REALITY" Has Us Trapped in a Simulation [PREMIERE + Q&A]
August 8, 2019 This fresh singer/producer has been on the rise tackling topics like LGBTQ+ love, loss, religion and youthful angst via sultry, synth-drenched bangers.
Author: Brady Moses
pop
interview
electronic
electropop
ieuan
childstar
virtual reality
technicolour
Ralph Castelli Breaks Down  'Long Distance' Relationships with Wholesome Indie-Pop Ballads [Q&A]

Ralph Castelli Breaks Down  'Long Distance' Relationships with Wholesome Indie-Pop Ballads [Q&A]
August 7, 2019 At just 22 years old, the Alaska native has honed his quirky reputation and crafts infectious indie-pop fused with hip-hop, folk, and electronica.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
indie
interview
album reviews
long distance
Ralph castelli
Lxandra Creates A Royal Rainbow Wonderland in New  "Swimming Pools" Visual [Q&A]

Lxandra Creates A Royal Rainbow Wonderland in New  "Swimming Pools" Visual [Q&A]
August 7, 2019 Lxandra is reaching for the stars, and already has the moon in her grasp.  
Author: Miranda Hyman
singer-songwriter
Pop
Interview
Lxandra
Swimming Pools
Kid Bloom's Psychedelic Indie Discography Reaches a Whole New Level with 'Lemonhead' EP [Q&A]

Kid Bloom's Psychedelic Indie Discography Reaches a Whole New Level with 'Lemonhead' EP [Q&A]
August 7, 2019 "'Lemonhead' was inspired by a self-reflection period in my life where I completely drained myself of love and let my morals stray a bit too far from me."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
indie
alternative
interview
psychedelic
kid bloom
lemonhead
album reviews
Alt-Pop Duo Her's Discusses Tourist Stops and Quirky  Backstage Moments on US Tour [Q&A]

Alt-Pop Duo Her's Discusses Tourist Stops and Quirky  Backstage Moments on US Tour [Q&A]
March 19, 2019 Her's left-of-center tunes are attracting listeners around the world.
Author: Kelly Itatani
pop
indie
interview
her's
invitation to her's
under wraps
Paul Cherry
Jess Connelly's  'ATM'  Sees Her Growing Beyond Cultural Norms [Q&A]

Jess Connelly's  'ATM'  Sees Her Growing Beyond Cultural Norms [Q&A]
November 14, 2019 "The project, for me, is a reminder to myself that: 'You're okay.'"
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
soul
r&b
singer songwriter
pop
interview
album reviews
atm
jess connelly
Multi-Instrumentalist Talos Revives Us with His Eclectic 'Far Out Dust' Album [Q&A]

Multi-Instrumentalist Talos Revives Us with His Eclectic 'Far Out Dust' Album [Q&A]
February 12, 2019 "Longevity. Everything else is just noise. If your music can stand the test of time and if you continue to persist, then that in my eyes is success."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
interview
electronic
talos
far out dust
Get to Know Groove-Pop Duo Balu Brigada [Live Performance + Q&A]

Get to Know Groove-Pop Duo Balu Brigada [Live Performance + Q&A]
July 21, 2021 We sit down with the boys of Balu Brigada to discuss everything from Gorillaz to making up their own genre on the spot.
Author: Bryget Chrisfield
interview
indie pop
alternative pop
balu brigada
groove pop
OSTON Takes Us Through the Stirring 'Melancholia,' Track By Track

OSTON Takes Us Through the Stirring 'Melancholia,' Track By Track
September 21, 2022 With each new project, OSTON charts a dizzying path forward, growing up and into herself.
Author: Giselle Libby
singer songwriter
pop
interview
album reviews
oston
track by track
melancholia
renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]

renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]
June 4, 2021 "I've gotten so personal on this project, because I'm just not scared of it anymore."
Author: Rachel Lai
pop
alternative
interview
album reviews
renforshort
off saint dominique
Rainsford Is Unafraid to Pour Her Heart Out [Q&A]

Rainsford Is Unafraid to Pour Her Heart Out [Q&A]
October 24, 2019 For Rainsford, writing music is simply part of the human experience.
Author: Joey Legittino
singer songwriter
pop
interview
rainsford
Manchester's Secret Night Gang Isn't Here to Make Music For the Money or Views  [Q&A]

Manchester's Secret Night Gang Isn't Here to Make Music For the Money or Views  [Q&A]
May 10, 2022 "Nowadays, music gets lost because it isn't written with meaning or acknowledging what's going on now."
Author: Jazmin Kylene
soul
interview
R&B
jazz
secret night gang
acid jazz
Mallrat Emerges From Her Chrysalis in 'Butterfly Blue' [Q&A]

Mallrat Emerges From Her Chrysalis in 'Butterfly Blue' [Q&A]
May 13, 2022 "I'm trying to paint a picture and bottle up a feeling."
Author: Jazmin Kylene
pop
interview
mallrat
album reviews
butterfly blue
Deconstruct Jennifer Lopez' "El Anillo" with Skilled Producer DalePlay [ANATOMY OF A SONG]

Deconstruct Jennifer Lopez' "El Anillo" with Skilled Producer DalePlay [ANATOMY OF A SONG]
March 6, 2019 Hear from the man who's worked with JLo, Becky G, Diplo and Skrillex.
Author: Chloe Robinson
pop
anatomy of a song
interview
daleplay

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