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Tommy Newport’s “Tongue & Cheek” Is an Intoxicating Bout of Introspection
July 7, 2022
"The song is a self-ode to not taking life too seriously."
Author:
Alexander Williams
LonelyTwin's "This End Had No Beginning" Is a Debut Album Worth Celebrating
July 7, 2022
This End Had No Beginning contains a menacing awareness buoyed by a beautiful narrative rarely felt on debut releases.
Author:
DJ Connor
Let Ray Laurél's "Coconut Perfume" Score Your Summer Fling
July 7, 2022
“I romanticize my life on a daily basis, it’s fun but pretty tiring."
Author:
Dillon Stave
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of the Last Week
July 7, 2022
From Shoffy to Andrekza, these are 5 videos you definitely don't want to miss.
Author:
DJ Connor
Meet Samara Alofa, the Experimental Aotearoa Artist and 'Earth Punk'
July 6, 2022
"I was a colonized person on a journey of decolonising myself.”
Author:
Ash Wallace
LATENIGHTJIGGY's "Nela" Is a Sultry Tune Made For the Dancefloor
July 6, 2022
"Nela" is a statement to his peer group that he can both steer and stir the pot.
Author:
DJ Connor
Talkless Breathes Life Into the Infectious "Talking to Myself"
July 6, 2022
"Talking to Myself" is a not-so-subtle introspection of life and identity post-relationship.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
Maya Hawke's “Thérèse” Is a Tranquil Portrait of Fleeting Magic
July 6, 2022
The Stranger Things star offers up a serene reflection ahead of the release of her sophomore album.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Journey to the Other Side of Heartache With Harrison Lipton's 'Speedracer'
July 5, 2022
“How do I heal from a relationship that gave me the highest highs and the lowest lows?"
Author:
Jolene Latimer
Siiickbrain Delivers a Cathartic Outburst With "Jealousy"
July 1, 2022
This one is a scream your lungs out, shed an accidental tear type of song.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Keedron Bryant's "I Just Wanna Live" Highlights the Heartbreaking Reality of Black Children
June 22, 2020
12-year-old Bryant captures a centuries-long burden of survival in heart-rending song.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Adam Melchor's "Last Time" Is an Ode to Unspoken Goodbyes
January 8, 2021
In "Last Time," Adam Melchor tackles the fickle nature of humans, crafting a beautiful and incredibly vulnerable song.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
rum.gold's "Fix Me" Showcases His Distinctly Beautiful Voice
June 19, 2020
rum.gold's distinctly beautiful voice has the stopping power of a shotgun.
Author:
Malc.
Sam MacPherson Pours His Heart Into His Debut EP 'Songs for Sam'
October 18, 2021
"Sometimes you write music because you want to and sometimes you write music because you have to."
Author:
Joey Legittino
X Lovers' "Sweatshirt" Is a Sweet, Somber Song to Curl Up in
November 6, 2019
X Lovers embraces their pain in a moment of candid, heartfelt reflection.
Author:
Precious Kato
renforshort Returns With "moshpit," a Delicate Banger
January 31, 2022
"It's about an annoying relationship where you're treated like garbage and just keep trying to get out."
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
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
Khruangbin's 'Hasta el Cielo' Is the Entire World in an Album
July 15, 2019
Known for taking inspiration from the likes of Thailand, Spain, and the Middle East, the group's third album shows that globalization can breathe new life into your music library.
Author:
Brady Moses
Chloe Lilac Claps Back at Sexual Objectification in "Here's Your Song"
January 21, 2020
Lilac's first single of 2020 is triumphant.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Omar Apollo, Dominic Fike, and Kenny Beats Tackle Unrequited Love in "Hit Me Up"
November 5, 2019
The collaboration of the year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo