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Kofi Reflects on the Past, Present and Future on "Came Up"
January 18, 2019
With an angelic voice and ability to deliver both trap anthems and softer ballads, Kofi proves he has the artistic arsenal to last.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
Emotional Oranges Concludes 3-Part Love Story in "Hold You Back"
January 18, 2019
"We were inspired by the guitars on Sade's 'No Ordinary Love' all the way over to the drum beat on Drake's 'Just Hold On, We're Going Home.'"
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
If "You Don't Know" Loyle Carner Yet, Now Is the Time to Get Familiar
January 17, 2019
Existing between an old school hip-hop flow and spoken word poetry, every time Carner hits the track feels like a remarkably impactful moment.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Mark Evich Drizzles Soul Over Sizzling New Single, "Stuck"
January 17, 2019
"It was inspired by Robert Glasper's rendition of 'Letter to Hermione' by David Bowie."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Jay Wile Turns On the Charm With "2AM" [PREMIERE]
January 15, 2019
Every note and sung word of Jay Wile's feels prophesized.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
MIKNNA Provides an 'Escape' From the Mundane in Conceptual Debut Album
January 14, 2019
"Wherever your desired destination may be in life, we hope that each piece enlightens the way."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Cub Sport Revisits Their First Love Story in the Ethereal "Party Pill" Video
January 11, 2019
"So, I finally turned the pain of those years into something beautiful and it feels like I'm setting myself free."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Charlotte Cardin's "Drive" Is a Mesmerizing Excursion Worth Taking
January 9, 2019
There is a mystical quality to Charlotte Cardin's jazz-infused pop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
REASON Is Penning a Rich Lyrical Chapter in West Coast Rap [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 9, 2019
Continued proof as to why South Los Angeles has remained a breeding ground for some of the best names in the rap game.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jordan Tariff Leaves His Old Self Behind in Moody Visual for "Warning Shot" [PREMIERE]
January 9, 2019
"We wanted it to look and feel isolating, the way a lot of us feel in tough times of our lives. But ultimately strong and ready to take on whatever lies ahead."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Eloise's 'Somewhere In-Between' Is a Sublime R&B Escape
June 18, 2021
"It's all about growing pains, growing up, and how love changes form and meaning."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
Quirky, Charismatic, and Creative: Josie Dunne Finds Her Niche in 'Late Teens / Early Twenties'
May 11, 2020
Dunne's latest is a wonderfully-scored coming-of-age story.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Bear Rinehart Explores His Softer Side with Wilder Woods Project and "Supply & Demand" Acoustic [Q&A + PREMIERE]
June 19, 2019
Wilder Woods marks the beginning of a new era for seasoned folk-rocker Bear Rinehart.
Author:
Brady Moses
Easy Life Release Two Much-Needed Lockdown-Inspired Tracks
May 8, 2020
"We wanted to put something out to spare people from the infinite boredom that is lockdown."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Harry Strange Masters the Art of the Queer Love Story on 'Something, Hold On'
July 30, 2020
Harry Strange's latest work, 'Something, Hold On,' perfectly captures love and growing up queer.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
The Albums That Got Us Through School | Staff Picks
September 18, 2019
What album served as your guiding light through those tumultuous school years?
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Giveon Delivers a Breathtaking Moment of Reflection in 'TAKE TIME'
March 27, 2020
The debut EP from Giveon demonstrates his undeniable place amongst R&B's next class.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Michael Seyer Is Creating Timeless 'Nostalgia' [Premiere + Q&A]
November 6, 2019
Take your first listen to Seyer's new EP, 'Nostalgia.'
Author:
Bianca Brown
Hablot Brown Gets Transparent About Life in 'OPAQUE'
May 4, 2020
In their stellar new EP, Hablot Brown come face to face with the tumultuous transition into adulthood.
Author:
Emily Smith
Christian Kuria's "Losing You" Has Even Those of Us Without Synesthesia Seeing Colors
November 4, 2019
Kuria's latest single is brimming with color.
Author:
Bianca Brown