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Joey Valence & Brae Are Breathing New Life Into a Classic Sound
July 13, 2022
If you've ever once considered yourself a fan of the Beastie Boys, you need to listen to Joey Valence & Brae.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Briston Maroney Unveils the Stirring “Paradise,” Announces Paradise Festival
July 12, 2022
"Paradise" is the sonic definition of carpe diem.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
merci, mercy's "Black Cloud" Has an Infectious Silver Lining
July 12, 2022
Ironically enough, "Black Cloud" could end up being your song of the summer.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Fred Again.. Lets Loose in the Absolutlely Wild “Jungle,” Invites Rico Nasty For Remix
July 12, 2022
Produced alongside Kieran Hebden (Four Tet), "Jungle" sees Fred Again.. in the midst of a dancefloor in full swing.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
rei brown Is a Born Anew in the Stellar ‘Xeno’
July 11, 2022
Xeno feels like the crystallization of a lifetime of artistic intent.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Miller Blue Is Ready to Be His Own Best Friend [Q&A]
July 11, 2022
"Trust your heart, it’s the most powerful thing you have."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Cuco's "Aura" Is a Hypnotic Bilingual Love Letter
July 11, 2022
"Aura" captures the magic of a love so powerful that it simply can’t be expressed in a single language.
Author:
Dillon Stave
renforshort Holds Nothing Back in Heartfelt Debut Album 'dear amelia'
July 8, 2022
dear amelia is a testament to the promise of Gen Z’s genre-effacing pop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Doechii Wastes No Time in the Rapid-fire "Bitch I'm Nice"
July 8, 2022
Doechii has proved once again that the top is where she belongs.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Jersey Bound: Ben Jorgensen & Jesse Korman Detail New Armor For Sleep + New Jersey Roots [Q&A] | The Noise
July 8, 2022
Sitting down with The Noise, the two industry vets discussed their new visual collaboration, their friendship, the excitement they both still share for their music scene (especially hometown heroes My Chemical Romance), and, most importantly, Armor For Sleep’s forthcoming album.
Author:
Jimmy Smith
Music Taught Me to Love My Blackness | A Letter From The Editor
June 4, 2020
As protesters take to the streets across the world, I want to take this moment as a black man and editor of this site to share my perspective.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Mura Masa and slowthai's "Deal Wiv It" Is Unapologetically English
November 8, 2019
The newfound UK duo provides a moment of contained chaos.
Author:
Precious Kato
Reminisce on High School Relationships with Isaac Dunbar's "mime" [PREMIERE]
January 29, 2019
At only 15 years old, Isaac Dunbar is a fresh bedroom indie-pop genius who tackles relatable issues centered around the confusing teenage experience.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
'Niagara' Is Redveil at His Most Unfiltered
August 25, 2020
Maryland rapper redveil is outpacing his contemporaries on his album 'Niagara.'
Author:
Tyler Borland
wolfacejoeyy Is Subverting Expectations With Each New Release
September 16, 2021
wolfacejoeyy refuses to be pigeonholed into a single sound or idea.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Dean Lewis Recounts the Feeling of Sudden Heartbreak in "7 Minutes"
January 22, 2019
With over a billion streams worldwide, Lewis' brutally honest lyrics has genuinely resonated with listeners.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
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
Bruno Major Re-Introduces Himself With "We Were Never Really Friends"
May 5, 2023
“We Were Never Really Friends” reintroduces us to the lush landscape of Bruno Major’s songwriting, laden with fresh foliage after the artist’s 3 year hiatus.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Mom Jeans. Reflect on the Past and Look to the Future on 'Sweet Tooth'
March 2, 2022
"This band is really about so much more than the four of us."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon