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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.
Indie Duo HOAX Celebrates the Simplicity of Being with Infectious "Could"
June 13, 2019
Self-described as an empathy pop band, HOAX is the ultimate master of crafting orgasmic soundscapes with delectable drizzles of indie rock.
Shane Garcia's "Corner Store Runs" Gives Vintage Styles New Context
January 21, 2021
Shane Garcia's latest single "Corner Store Run" is a poetic depiction of her social anxiety and a stunning display of her vocal ability.
M.Byrd Brings the "Morning Sun" in Warming New Track
April 16, 2021
"Morning Sun" is an escape from the real world and a moment to strip away all the negative vibes.
Buppy. Rejects the Blueprint on the Ominous "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY"
April 28, 2021
Ominous, dejected, and introspective, "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY" recounts a toxic relationship in undeniably raw fashion.
IAMREBELWILL Acts as a Voice For the Underrepresented in "Addicted"
May 28, 2021
"As a proud queer black man I wanted to create something that gave a voice to my experience and a voice to folks whose stories the majority of time are not told."
99 Neighbors Deliver a Frenetic Hip-Hop Anthem on "Live a Little"
July 6, 2021
Every moment of "Live a Little" pulses with a manic, infectious energy.
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.
Brasstracks Announce Debut Album and Drop "Hold Ya"
July 20, 2020
Brasstracks have announced their debut album, "Golden Ticket", and released a brand new single.
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Skofee's "Polished" Is a Middle Finger to Self-Doubt [Premiere]
August 12, 2020
Los Angeles-based Alt-pop artist Skofee drops off the premiere of her new video for "Polished."
Alaina Castillo, Smino, LEISURE, and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
August 14, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist by Ones To Watch.