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Hope Tala's "Party Sickness" Is a Meme-Inspired Spring Anthem
February 3, 2022
"I wanted it to be an anthem for people who consider themselves to be the life and soul of the party."
Author:
Holly Alvarado
Bakar Ponders an Ideal Future on "NW3" Ahead of Debut Album
February 2, 2022
Bakar, in all aspects, represents a new class of artistry.
Author:
Holly Alvarado
Elujay Crystalizes Two Years of Trial and Error on 'Circmvnt' [Q&A]
February 1, 2022
"It's just me telling my story, who I am, and what I went through."
Author:
DJ Connor
Gianni Lee Brings the Philly Bounce to Evocative Club Banger "Switch" [Premiere]
January 27, 2022
"I want people to move, even when they are standing still."
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
Meet Mo Etc., the Soulful Artist Bringing Her Sound to Wellington [Q&A]
January 25, 2022
Mo Etc. represents a character heavily defined by a DIY ethos and expressions of curiosity.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
dhruv's 'rapunzel' Is a Smoldering Coming-of-Age Story
January 24, 2022
"I'm not good at talking about myself, but music gives me agency."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Porsh Bet$ Tackles Long-Distance Relationships on "Things In The Way" [Premiere]
January 19, 2022
Despite its bittersweet subject matter, "Things In The Way" is one of those songs that you cannot help but groove along to.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Saba and Krayzie Bone Keep It Real on the Stirring "Come My Way"
January 18, 2022
Saba's empathic, affective sonic storytelling feels more poised than ever.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
Joshy Soul's Thrilling "New Lover" Is a Reminder to Make Yourself a Priority
January 13, 2022
"NEW YEAR, NEW ME, NEW LOVER."
Author:
Chloe Liz
Bren Joy on 'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]
January 11, 2022
Joy is making the most of his 20s.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Jacob Banks Releases the Soul-Stirring "By Design [Evel Knievel]," Announces 'Lies About the War'
June 10, 2022
"'By Design [Evel Knievel]’ is about the novelty of youth."
Author:
Dillon Stave
Lonr. and H.E.R. "Make the Most" of a Dreamlike Collaboration
April 3, 2020
"Make the Most" is as sincere an R&B offering as they come.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Lous and The Yakuza's "Solo" Is the Personification of Silk
March 23, 2020
Lous and The Yakuza transcends the sleekness of velvet, silk, and satin, materializing a sonic plushness that is hard to resist.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
Rini is a master, both in the kitchen and in the world of velvety-smooth R&B.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Sampa the Great's "Final Form" Is a Middle Finger to Oppression
June 7, 2019
Sampa the Great is next in line for the throne bearing the most unapologetically political artist.
Author:
Brady Moses
Joy Oladokun Demands Truth From the Unspoken in "Blink Twice" [PREMIERE]
October 9, 2019
Oladokun explores the unsavory mess of "situationships" in heartbreaking fashion.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
ODIE Rediscovers Himself in "Slowly"
February 4, 2020
"Slowly" serves as a gentle reminder both to ODIE and listeners alike that losing yourself is only a part of the process of creation.
Author:
Bianca Brown
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
Doja Cat's 'Hot Pink' Is the Most Versatile Hip-Hop Offering of the Year
November 7, 2019
Doja Cat's star power is undeniable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
ASTN Is as Good as Gold
January 5, 2022
ASTN is an artist that just has a way with music.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon