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Tahj Keeton's 'SARF' is a Risky and Psychedelic Rap Album Unlike Its Contemporaries
August 11, 2020
Tahj Keeton's SARF s aggressive, grungy and versatile.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Victoria Monét Serves Us an Authentic Fierceness in 'JAGUAR'
August 11, 2020
In <i>JAGUAR</i>, Monét shows us there is power to be found in freedom, confidence, and being yourself.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
SÅl's Debut Single "Things End as They Begin" Demands Attention
August 11, 2020
"Things End as They Begin" is a beautifully sung electronic pop masterpiece that makes new artist SÅl seem like a seasoned veteran.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Omar Apollo Reminds Us to "Stayback" and Protect Our Energy
August 11, 2020
We all hear about the importance of physical distancing, but Apollo reminds us of the importance of giving our emotions space to breathe.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Sally Boy Gifts us with More Infectious Indie Pop Melodies on "Stormy" [Premiere]
August 11, 2020
Sally Boy returns with his second single "Stormy."
Author:
Lexi Vaganos
BENEE Channels an Adorable, Slimey Muse For "Snail"
August 11, 2020
BENEE's latest piece of pop-flavored escapism arrived at just the perfect time.
Author:
Ruby Scott
SG Lewis Partners With Robyn and Channel Tres For Hypnotic Dance Track "Impact"
August 10, 2020
"Channel is an artist I believe will go on to create a musical legacy as important as the one Robyn has already created, and to have the two of them on this record together is insane."
Author:
Maddy Quach
Kyle Dion Ushers In A New Era With Double Singles
August 10, 2020
Kyle Dion drops off two new records.
Author:
Precious Kato
JONES Makes Heartbreak Feel Surmountable [Q&A]
August 10, 2020
We grabbed some time with JONES via email to find out how she's been surviving quarantine, some of the social justice causes she's been learning about, and of course, her new music and album.
Author:
Malc.
Introducing Ones to Watch Aotearoa
October 8, 2020
There's a wealth of new music talent simmering in Aotearoa. Ones to Watch is here to show it off.
The Trusted Admit Their Naivety in New Single "The Innocent" [Premiere]
July 2, 2020
British alt rock band The Trusted, showcase their vibrant charm in the bright, new single "The Innocent."
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Joshua Crumbly Showcases Simple Sonic Decadence on "Afria" [Premiere]
July 8, 2020
Talented musicians are spoiled for choices, they can command beauty and merit out of any instrument, often in a way that's startling for its simplicity. Joshua Crumbly has this very talent.
Author:
DJ Connor
JP Saxe Chats Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Joy at the Edge of Heartbreak [Q&A]
September 21, 2020
We again had the profound opportunity to interview the sagacious creative on everything from his personal experience in pushing past demons of self doubt to advice on moving on from love lost.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
March 26, 2019
Our gaze is fixed on these punk upstarts who are bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the genre.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Great Escape Is an Uplifting Voice for Immigrants in "Where Do We Go From Here" Video [PREMIERE]
April 30, 2019
"We wanted to show that the very large majority of immigrants coming into this country are amazing courageous people."
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Who Is Sasami? [Setlist.Fm Presents: NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
June 11, 2019
This diaristic songwriter will be your latest indie pleasure.
Author:
Asal Shah
kate the dreamer Grapples With the Scars of Past Heartbreak in "familiar feeling"
August 4, 2022
“familiar feeling” feels like a secret kate the dreamer is finally sharing with the world.
Author:
Giselle Libby
PANIA Is Throwing Us Back to the 2000s and She’s Sharing It with the World
June 6, 2023
Australia’s own R&B queen, PANIA is not a name to forget.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
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