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Issam Alnajjar's Arabic Music Is Taking TikTok and the World By Storm

Issam Alnajjar's Arabic Music Is Taking TikTok and the World By Storm

July 12, 2021 Alnajarr is the latest artist to break past language and geographical barriers.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
HONNE and Pink Sweat$' "What Would You Do?" Is the Perfect Post-Quarantine Anthem

HONNE and Pink Sweat$' "What Would You Do?" Is the Perfect Post-Quarantine Anthem

June 29, 2021 This song is the perfect soundtrack to your carpe diem moment.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
R&B
The Marà­as' 'Cinema' Will Give You Superpowers

The Marà­as' 'Cinema' Will Give You Superpowers

June 25, 2021 The Marà­as' highly-anticipated debut album arrives as a cinematic, slow burning masterpiece.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
R&B
The Marà­as' "Un Millón" Has Us Feeling A Million Different Ways

The Marà­as' "Un Millón" Has Us Feeling A Million Different Ways

June 9, 2021 Tinged with traces of pop, jazz, R&B, and reggaeton, The Marà­as latest is a veritable sonic cocktail.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
R&B
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For

Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For

May 24, 2021 Rodrigo's voice carries the flavors of Paramore punk, Alanis Morissette angst, Kelly Clarkson belt, all topped off with a Taylor Swift candidness.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Meet the LA Collective That Is Here '2' CMMND Your Attention

Meet the LA Collective That Is Here '2' CMMND Your Attention

April 15, 2021 The beauty of a collective is in creating community, and CMMND is fostering an immersive one.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
rap
R&B
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NFTs Have Investors Opening Their Wallets, Fans Opening Their Hearts, and Artists Granting Lifelong Concert Tickets

NFTs Have Investors Opening Their Wallets, Fans Opening Their Hearts, and Artists Granting Lifelong Concert Tickets

April 7, 2021 We dive headfirst into the exciting and terrifying world of a music industry funded by NFTs.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
nft
Giveon's 'When It's All Said And Done... Take Time' Demands Your Full Attention

Giveon's 'When It's All Said And Done... Take Time' Demands Your Full Attention

March 22, 2021 The new deluxe album is a smoldering marriage of Giveon's buttery baritone and penchant for romantic lyricism.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
R&B
Cautious Clay's Rhapsodic "Roots" Takes Us Back to the Basics

Cautious Clay's Rhapsodic "Roots" Takes Us Back to the Basics

March 8, 2021 With "Roots," Clay has mastered the art of musical minimalism done right.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
R&B
The Godfather of House Music and How He Invented Dance Music as We Know It

The Godfather of House Music and How He Invented Dance Music as We Know It

February 28, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, we explore the legacy of Frankie Knuckles, The Godfather of House.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
edm
The Elevator Encounter That Sparked a New Music Genre

The Elevator Encounter That Sparked a New Music Genre

February 26, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, we explore the legacy of Gamble and Huff, the progenitors of Philly Soul.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
The Invisible Hands That Changed Pop Music Forever

The Invisible Hands That Changed Pop Music Forever

February 25, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, we explore the legacy of The Funk Brothers, the original hitmakers.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
R&B
How Mahalia Jackson Blessed the Masses

How Mahalia Jackson Blessed the Masses

February 24, 2021 In honor of Black History Month, we highlight four musical acts that changed the face of the music industry.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
'Oh No, Not Again!' Sees Alexander 23 Writing His Feelings in Permanent Ink

'Oh No, Not Again!' Sees Alexander 23 Writing His Feelings in Permanent Ink

February 19, 2021 Like crying alone in the Target parking lot, there is a unique universality to Alexander 23's touching moments of personal reflection.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Emotional Oranges'  "Bonafide" Is a Reminder to Not Let Hard Times Phase Your Love

Emotional Oranges'  "Bonafide" Is a Reminder to Not Let Hard Times Phase Your Love

January 25, 2021 "Heavily inspired by The xx and Sade," "Bonafide" is unsurprisingly buttery smooth.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
R&B
Ryan Woods' 'how i'm feeling' Is an Ode to the Anxieties of Adulthood

Ryan Woods' 'how i'm feeling' Is an Ode to the Anxieties of Adulthood

January 11, 2021 In his debut EP, Woods combats his own depression, anxiety, and coming-of-age.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Channel Tres' 'i can't go outside' Is the Perfect Quarantine Escape

Channel Tres' 'i can't go outside' Is the Perfect Quarantine Escape

December 21, 2020 With his latest outing, Tres has brought to life a unique blend of house and hip-hop, with a touch of soul cherried on top.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
rap
Mia Gladstone's Vibrant 'CYCLE/S' EP Serves Both Ear Candy and Food For Thought

Mia Gladstone's Vibrant 'CYCLE/S' EP Serves Both Ear Candy and Food For Thought

December 7, 2020 When we think of something cyclical, monotony might come to mind; however, Mia Gladstone's CYCLE/S is anything but.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
R&B
Let Emily Vu's 'Found' EP Keep You Warm This Winter

Let Emily Vu's 'Found' EP Keep You Warm This Winter

November 24, 2020 Emily Vu's latest is a heartwarming EP that is sure to keep your spirits soaked in sunshine this winter.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Meet Fousheé, the Voice Behind "Deep End" Coming For Her Flowers

Meet Fousheé, the Voice Behind "Deep End" Coming For Her Flowers

November 19, 2020 Many dream of stardom. But for Fousheé, her voice reached fame without her even knowing.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
rap
R&B
bbno$'s 'good luck have fun' Will Have You Wishing You Could Stay

bbno$'s 'good luck have fun' Will Have You Wishing You Could Stay

October 29, 2020 <i>good luck have fun</i> is the perfect dose of lyrical levity and heavy, hard-hitting rhythms.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
rap
Patricia Lalor Is the Perfect Addition to Your Quarantine Soundtrack

Patricia Lalor Is the Perfect Addition to Your Quarantine Soundtrack

October 21, 2020 In covering everyone from The Marà­as to Radiohead, the 15-year-old Irish artist perfectly captures the powerful feeling of self-discovery.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
How Brye Made a Sour Situation Extra Sweet

How Brye Made a Sour Situation Extra Sweet

October 14, 2020 Brye is the latest artist whose homemade musings are blowing up thanks to Tik Tok.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Baby Rose Bares Her Soul in the Dreamlike  'To Myself'

Baby Rose Bares Her Soul in the Dreamlike  'To Myself'

September 25, 2020 In revisiting her debut album, Baby Rose once again demonstrates her undeniable gift for R&B.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
R&B
Still Woozy Takes Us on a Tour of His Mind in  "BS"

Still Woozy Takes Us on a Tour of His Mind in  "BS"

September 16, 2020 In "BS," the self-produced artist gives us an exclusive a tour of his innermost thoughts and worries.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
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