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Modern Original's Spirited Debut EP Is Exactly What We Need Right Now [Q&A]
August 24, 2021
Formerly of The Mowgli's, Modern Original branches out to deliver their own infectious, uplifting sound.
Riovaz's "Leaving You" Is an Intoxicating Dance Departure For the Rising Star
August 23, 2021
"Leaving You" is a mesmerizing tour de force that utilizes the inherent repetition of club music to its full potential.
Bakar Muses on Nepotism and the Black British Experience on "The Mission"
August 23, 2021
Bakar explores what it means to be a "futuristic immigrant" in a world that still scrutinizes people of color.
Justus Bennetts Continues His Winning Streak With "Insomniac"
August 23, 2021
Justus has gone from having a couple of thousand streams to his name to establishing himself as an artist to be contended with.
GRACEY's "What a Waste" Is the Perfect Cure For Heartbreak
August 23, 2021
"I wrote 'What A Waste' in the first raw moments of a recent break-up, when all I felt was the initial loss."
Kazi Delivers an Anthem For the "real ones"
August 23, 2021
Taking a page from 100 gecs, Kazi's latest single moves at a mile a minute.
Lyn Lapid Holds Nothing Back on the Jazzy "In My Mind"
August 20, 2021
The 18-year-old's star power feels limitless.
After Three Years Of Silence, ABRA Unites With Playboi Carti and Boys Noize on "Unlock It"
August 20, 2021
It's difficult to fathom a better reintroduction into music than ABRA's "Unlock It."
Cochise's "Pocket Rocket" Is Finally Here. Does He Have Another Viral Hit On His Hands?
August 20, 2021
"Pocket Rocket" sounds like Playboi Carti if he was dropped into the Sonic the Hedgehog universe.
salem ilese Pens an Ode to "Ben & Jerry," the Only Guys Who'll Never Do You Wrong
August 20, 2021
There are only two men I trust in this world and they made half baked ice cream.
Noah Jack Paves His Own Path on "ANGST"
March 25, 2021
The newest artist to pave his own path in hyperpop is the Pennsylvania native, Noah Jack.
Kyle Dion Presents a Soundtrack to Celebrate to on "Placebo"
July 9, 2021
Dion enlists Ja Rule for what feels like a breakout summer moment.
Noah Elliott Tries His Best to Welcome the "End of Summer"
September 7, 2021
"End of Summer" is the break-up bop we've all been waiting for.
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Shannen James Creates Her Own Closure on "Empty Eyes" [Premiere]
August 25, 2020
Melbourne-based Shannen James is following up her impressive string of singles with yet another masterpiece.
syd B Bares All on "RITF"
September 10, 2020
syd B has been cementing her place as a future R&B star worth keeping an eye on.
Emotional Oranges, Sophia Messa, Omar Apollo, and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
October 16, 2020
Emotional Oranges cover this week's edition of our weekly new music playlist #NowWatching.
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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."
Tones And I, Billie Eilish, Fousheé, & More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
November 16, 2020
Now Watching is the best new music playlist from Ones to Watch.
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On 'CHROMATOPIA', NoMBe Rediscovers Himself [Q&A]
May 12, 2021
"Nobody's 100% purely masculine. We're all somewhere on the spectrum. The way blue becomes turquoise slowly, or becomes teal."
young friend and Anna Sofia Kickstart Summer With "SUGARCOATED"
May 20, 2021
young friend and Anna Sofia are a match made in heaven.