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The Best of 2019 and Beyond | Staff Picks
December 28, 2019
We look back at the best music, memes, and moments of 2019.
Lil Halima Is Norway's Alternative R&B Icon on the Rise
December 26, 2019
Lil Halima is taking the world by storm one year at a time. 2019 was merely the beginning.
Clinton Kane Isn't Afraid of Feeling Something
December 26, 2019
This is what owning your fears and discovering ways to cope feels and sounds like.
daydream Masi's Music Will Illuminate Your Sleepless Mind
December 23, 2019
The youthful artist is creating music that exists in a realistic, dreamlike state.
Kota the Friend, keshi, DaniLeigh, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
December 20, 2019
Consider this week's new music roundup a gift from us to you.
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ZOLA Does Not Want to Be Put In a Box [Q&A]
December 20, 2019
We sit down with the rising bilingual indie artist ahead of her upcoming debut album.
Aaron Taos Warns of the Danger of Social Media Envy in "Saboteur"
December 20, 2019
As Theodore Roosevelt once said, "Comparison is the thief of joy."
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Ben Kessler's "Even When You're Home" Is All About Acceptance [Premiere + Q&A]
December 19, 2019
Home isn't always where the heart is.
From SoundCloud to Rolling Loud, $NOT is Solidifying His Place in Hip-Hop's Next Wave
December 18, 2019
Hello, world. Meet $NOT, Gen Z's hip-hop star.
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JP Saxe on "If The World Was Ending" and Writing With Honesty [Q&A]
December 18, 2019
In our latest interview with JP Saxe, we learn he is a big fan of his grandma and Lebron James.
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Renao Carves Out a Tender Moment of Comfort on 'Holding My Breath' [Q&A]
March 30, 2022
"Holding My Breath" is all about finding comfort regardless of being separated from things you love.
Who is renforshort?
March 31, 2022
What is ren short for?
Holly Humberstone Navigates the Pitfalls of Catching Feelings For a Friend in "Sleep Tight"
May 3, 2022
"This song takes me back to that time of what felt like no consequences and impending heartbreak."
Dro Kenji Is Making Melodic Rap on His Own Terms
November 16, 2020
Dro Kenji continues his hot streak with his debut project 'Tears and Pistols.'
Kota the Friend Takes a Victory Lap on "Lyrics to Go Vol. 2"
January 20, 2021
On Lyrics to GO Vol. 2, KOTA the Friend delivers his signature laid-back raps with an extra dose of reflection this time around.
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REI AMI Proves Unpredictable and Unstoppable on 'FOIL' [Q&A]
June 25, 2021
"Life is life, don't be ashamed and try to hide certain parts of yourself."
Ayokay's "Things Fall Apart" Sets You in a Magical Indie-Pop Landscape
June 28, 2019
The LA-based singer, songwriter, and producer's latest is light and whimsical in nature, yet totally danceable.
Freya Ridings Is Poised for Stardom with Poignant Self-Titled Debut Album
July 22, 2019
Ridings' poise, poignance, and well-roundedness establish her as a dynamic vocalist and songwriter well beyond her years.
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VàˆRITàˆ Reveals 10 Ways for Artists to Survive Without a Label [INDUSTRY INFILTRATION]
July 23, 2019
VÉRITÉ is here to help.
Gus Dapperton Hits the Dancefloor With "Give It To Me Straight"
August 23, 2019
There is only one Gus Dapperton.