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$NOT's "Can You Help Me" Is a Visceral Response to Ongoing Police Brutality
July 6, 2020
The woozy hip-hop meditation is one that posits that the ongoing revolution is one beyond political affiliation; it is the very real fight for human life.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Leo Bhanji Makes a Powerful Statement With Debut EP 'No Guard'
July 6, 2020
Released via Dirty Hit, <i>No Guard</i> is just that: a commitment to letting his guard down.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Amy Allen's "Queen of Silver Linings" is a Striking Solo Debut
July 3, 2020
Relying on only a guitar and her piercing voice, Allen sings honestly about a fraught relationship with the "king of good intentions" that she always ends up justifying.
Author:
Malc.
Ayoni, Tim Atlas, Max Leone, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
July 3, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist on Ones To Watch.
Author:
Malc.
Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]
July 3, 2020
Toronto based vocalist and producer, Zanski, returns this summer with his contemplative new EP.
Author:
Precious Kato
McClenney Connects With Baby Rose For the Introspective "Karma Plays"
July 2, 2020
McClenney is a maverick for the way he's been able to craft his own alternative R&B sound by combining elements of jazz, funk, pop, and soul in new ways.
Author:
Malc.
Ayoni Opens Up About Her Life on "Unmoved (A Black Woman Truth)"
July 2, 2020
This could easily be one of the most powerful songs that has come across our desk in 2020.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Sophia Messa Relinquishes A Sugar-Coated, Toxic Love in "Ice Cream & Cigarettes"
July 2, 2020
Brazilian-American wunderkind, Sophia Messa offers a look at the darker side of a painfully-sweet first love in third single to date "Ice Cream & Cigarettes."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
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
Tyler Thomas Thinks It's Time For a "Roll Call"
July 1, 2020
Los Angeles-based artist Tyler Thomas won't let the pandemic stop him.
Author:
Malc.
Who Is Maxo Kream?
October 6, 2022
Meet the Houston rapper whose come-up story is just beginning.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Sebastian Mikael's Unique Brand of R&B Will Make You An Immediate Fan [Q&A]
March 4, 2020
We caught up with Sebastian Mikael about his new life as an artist and his "From Scratch" series.
Author:
Malcolm J. Gray
Top That Track Closes Out Women's History Month With 'An Ode to the Ladies'
March 31, 2020
This episode of Top That Track is entirely dedicated to female artists: both bands and solo acts.
Author:
Precious Kato
merci, mercy's "Fall Apart" is an Anthem for Overthinkers
July 23, 2020
There's a saying that goes "you're your own worst critic." merci, mercy channels that sentiment for her new single "Fall Apart."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Mind Bath - "Scorpio" | Live at Black Rabbit Rose
May 15, 2019
Mind Bath's music flows forth like hushed poetry, hinting at the deeply-held sentiments beyond the surface of his otherworldly R&B.
Author:
Maxamillino Polo
RIIKI Returns to Her Happy Place on "Good Times"
December 21, 2020
Kiwi pop songstress RIIKI has completed the hat-trick of singles with her first 2020 release "Good Times."
Author:
Max Tetlow
Chloe Tang Has a New Lease on Life With Single "Walk You Out"
February 19, 2021
Following the release of last month's "Sad About Me," singer-songwriter Chloe Tang returns this week with her newest single, "Walk You Out."
Author:
Carter Fife
88Rising's Stephanie Poetri Contemplates Time & Space on Debut EP 'AM:PM'
March 12, 2021
Following years of singles, Indonesian singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri returns with her long-awaited debut project, 'AM:PM.'
Author:
Carter Fife
Fall Down the Rabbit Hole with Aibai on Her New Self-Titled EP
March 29, 2021
23-year-old Minneapolis producer Aibai has just unveiled her debut EP.
Author:
Joe Beer
Sango and Waldo Establish Themselves as Grand Rapids' Finest on 'Lake Effect'
July 28, 2021
A creative love letter to Grand Rapids, Lake Effect is vying to push Michigan closer to the forefront of hip-hop culture.
Author:
Carter Fife