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Phangs Is Searching For the Beauty in Everything [Q&A]
September 15, 2021
"Even in the worst times. Even in a pandemic. Even with wild politics. You can find beauty."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Windser Blends Anxiety and Optimism on "Trouble In Paradise" [Q&A]
September 15, 2021
"It's a melancholy dreamworld where the redwoods meet the salty ocean air, lost boys, haunting fog, and late night house parties."
Author:
EJ Saftner
MICHELLE Announce 'AFTER DINNER WE TALK DREAMS' With Mesmerizing New Single
September 14, 2021
The New York collective's just announced new album already has us on the edge of our seats.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
99 Neighbors Quietly Dropped One of the Most Breathtaking Tracks of the Year
September 13, 2021
"N. Michigan Gospel" is a testament to the Vermont art-rap collective's unbridled creative promise.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Park Hye Jin Creates a World All Her Own on 'Before I Die'
September 13, 2021
In her debut project, Park regularly challenges preconceived notions of what dance music is and ought to be.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Nessa Barrett Takes Control of Her Own Happiness on 'pretty poison'
September 13, 2021
In her debut EP, the viral star grapples with the cost of fame.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jazz Cartier Blossoms Anew on the Explosive 'The Fleur Print'
September 13, 2021
Cartier pulls no punches on <i>The Fleur Print</i>, returning with a seasoned combination of styles old and new.
Author:
Carter Fife
Juno Is, From Drumming in Bands to Embracing Full Creative Control [Q&A]
September 13, 2021
Juno Is serves dreamy, mysterious, lush, and multilayered psych-pop.
Author:
Bryget Chrisfield
Deb Never Explores the Human Condition on 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone?'
September 10, 2021
<i>Where Have All the Flowers Gone?</i> is one of the most human projects of the year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Baby Keem Makes His Case For Album of the Year With 'The Melodic Blue'
September 10, 2021
One of hip-hop's most anticipated projects is finally here.
Author:
Carter Fife
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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