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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.
Author:
Staff

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.
Author:
Bianca Brown

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.
Author:
Precious Kato

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.
Author:
Precious Kato

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.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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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.
Author:
Kristin Robinson

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."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
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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.
Author:
Precious Kato

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.
Author:
Emily Bird
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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.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

Soft Glas Boldly Embraces Powerlessness on 2021 Anthem "Prudence and Poise"
February 5, 2021
"Prudence and Poise" sees Soft Glas embodying a message that I'm sure many of us can gravitate toward: What is going on?
Author:
Carter Fife

myKeL's Sound Can't Be Pinned Down on "i don't see a thing"
January 29, 2021
Miami-based artist myKeL pulls influences from a variety of places but applies these influences in a way unique to himself.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Là˜Là˜ is Redefining Bedroom Pop With Her Performance of "Dead Inside" [Premiere]
July 8, 2020
Since releasing her debut single, "Yours," in 2018, Toronto native Là˜Là˜ has been on our radar. "Yours", a catchy pop breakup song, was the perfect vessel for Là˜Là˜ to arrive in. Her style of relatable pop bops have helped her gain the attention of fans all over the world. She released her debut EP, Sweater Collection, in 2019 and is back with new music ahead of her debut album. "Dead Inside" was released last month and speaking on the song, Là˜Là˜ said:"From the title, you'd probably think Dead Inside is a sad song, but it's not. It's about feeling a glimmer of hope at a time where I really didn't think I'd be able to feel anything ever again. Kinda like that first breath of fresh air, when you hadn't even noticed you were holding your breath in the first place. I wrote it about a time in my life where I quite literally felt dead inside. I was putting on a smile and going through the motions of every day life, but I felt empty. Then I met someone who reminded me what it felt like to be 'me'. I don't know how it happened but all of a sudden I woke up - they made me feel alive again. I wrote this song as a thank you to them.Today, we are lucky enough to be premiering a special performance of "Dead Inside." "Normally, my songs are created in writing sessions/collaborations. I wrote this song alone in my bedroom, so I thought it would be fitting to sing it live in my bedroom. Since we couldn't have socially distanced properly in my room at home, I ended up recording it at my friend Justin's (@ThatGoodGraphic's) studio in Toronto. And I even got to bring my bed lol." Check out the performance below and check back for more from Là˜Là˜ in the future.

With 'Things In The Way,' Porsh Bet$ Is No Longer Playing It Safe
February 17, 2022
"The frustrations I've gone through make me so much more appreciative of the other side of it."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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Divino Nià±o Create a Psychedelic World of Wonder [Q&A]
September 11, 2020
We caught up with the innovative band for a quick Q&A about their new song "Made Up My Mind."
Author:
Sal Moreno

STUMPS Are Looking Brighter Than Ever Even Through the Darkest Times
September 8, 2023
“We like the idea that our band can tackle quite serious things and have a lot of fun at the same time.”
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
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CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE Exclusive Interview
April 26, 2023
Check out out exclusive interview with CHAMELEON LIME WHOOPIEPIE, our next music obsession from Japan!
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Benjamin Carter's Sonics May Change, But the Message Stays the Same [Q&A]
August 30, 2022
Justice, the journey, and the Black Experience are at the heart of Carter's impactful message.
Author:
Dillon Stave

SÅl Continues to Build His Brand on "Villain"
November 10, 2020
New York native, producer, songwriter, and singer SÅl captures the attention of listeners through the quality of his music, but turns casual listeners to returning fans through the vision he has for his artistic project.
Author:
Tyler Borland