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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.
Sylo Serves Up a Delectable Double Feature With "Bento Box" and "American Idea"
May 11, 2022
Sylo is laying down the foundational architecture for a significant release.
Che Lingo Unveils his 'Sensitive' Side in Latest EP
January 18, 2019
Che Lingo has created a narrative for the reality of pursuing a relationship in an increasingly digital society.
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NONA Channels His Romantic Side with "I'm Not Trying" [PREMIERE]
January 24, 2019
"Lyrically, the song is inspired by a Winston Churchill quote and my desire to woo my current girlfriend."
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#NowWatching 02-08-19 [PLAYLIST]
February 9, 2019
New music from Conan Gray, Sinead Harnett, Buddy and more.
R&B Newcomer Zacari Strikes Gold with the "Midas Touch"
March 4, 2019
"This is only the beginning of my long catalogue I intend to put out into the world."
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Baird Reminds us of the Magic of A/B Singles In "In Dreams/Anais" [PREMIERE]
May 7, 2019
The full magnitude is felt when they're listened in succession, beginning with the swooning of "In Dreams..." but ending with the more somber message of "Anais."
Evann McIntosh Exudes Confident Feminine Energy on "WIYULD"
July 22, 2020
Sixteen-year-old singer/songwriter Evann McIntosh is back with her first new song of the year.
Tycho & rum.gold Connect for "Run Away"
September 30, 2020
Tycho, well known for his endless horizon downtempo, connects with the enigmatic soul of rum.gold on "Run Away."
Whethan and STRFKR Embark on a Tron-Inspired Joyride in "Stay Forever"
January 10, 2020
Whethan shows no signs of slowing down.
Fana Hues, Peach Tree Rascals, Aaron Taos, girl in red, And More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
November 24, 2020
From Fana Hues to Cautious Clay, these are the best songs of the week.