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NIKI's 'Nicole' Is a Look Into the Past and Future of a Pop-R&B Star

NIKI's 'Nicole' Is a Look Into the Past and Future of a Pop-R&B Star

August 15, 2022 NIKI holds the hand of a younger her, revisiting old stories through a vessel that’s lived more life.
Author: Jazmin Kylene
pop
R&B
Coachella 2022: 15 Ones to Catch

Coachella 2022: 15 Ones to Catch

April 12, 2022 There are the acts you will not want to miss when Coachella makes its grand return to the Polo Fields.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
Who Is Stephanie Poetri?

Who Is Stephanie Poetri?

January 13, 2022 Stephanie walks us through her new single, long-distance relationships, and signing to 88rising.
Author: Ruby Scott
Joji Shares "Gimme Love," an Infectious Taste of His Sophomore Album 'Nectar'

Joji Shares "Gimme Love," an Infectious Taste of His Sophomore Album 'Nectar'

April 16, 2020 "Gimme Love" is simultaneously Joji's most easily accessible and adventurous single to date.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
R&B
NIKI Opens the Book on 'Moonchild' With "Switchblade"

NIKI Opens the Book on 'Moonchild' With "Switchblade"

April 6, 2020 "Switchblade" is the first chapter of a pop-R&B fairytale.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
R&B
Stephanie Poetri's 'Do You Love Me' Will Have You Ditching the Slow Love Songs

Stephanie Poetri's 'Do You Love Me' Will Have You Ditching the Slow Love Songs

February 14, 2020 For anyone who wants to spend this Valentine's dancing the day away.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
The 15 Most Important Albums of the 2010s

The 15 Most Important Albums of the 2010s

December 31, 2019 The decade would not have sounded the same without these albums.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
bts
KnowKnow Flexes His Universal Appeal in 'Mr. Enjoy Da Money'

KnowKnow Flexes His Universal Appeal in 'Mr. Enjoy Da Money'

December 13, 2019 Higher Brothers' DzKnow goes solo.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
rap
NIKI Welcomes the Winter With the Bittersweet Ballad "Sugarplum Elegy"

NIKI Welcomes the Winter With the Bittersweet Ballad "Sugarplum Elegy"

December 6, 2019 The queen of 88rising delivers a beautiful ode sure to keep you warm this holiday season.
Author: Matthew Rudas
R&B
NIKI Strips Back to Bare Her Heart in 'Acoustic Sessions: Head In The Clouds II"

NIKI Strips Back to Bare Her Heart in 'Acoustic Sessions: Head In The Clouds II"

November 13, 2019 88rising's resident queen of R&B shows off her more sentimental side in a surprise release.
Author: Matthew Rudas
pop
R&B
88rising's 'Head In The Clouds II' Is the Crew Album of the Decade

88rising's 'Head In The Clouds II' Is the Crew Album of the Decade

October 14, 2019 The collective of artists and creatives is nothing short of revolutionary.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
R&B
88rising, Nilüfer Yanya, ROLE MODEL, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist

88rising, Nilüfer Yanya, ROLE MODEL, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist

October 11, 2019 88rising's new album is here. Check it and all the best new music out in this week's playlist.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
Joji and Don Krez Close Out the Summer in "Breathe"

Joji and Don Krez Close Out the Summer in "Breathe"

September 12, 2019 "I wanted my fans to have a song before the summer ended - one that is fun and free."
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
We Asked 88 People Why They Love 88Rising | Head In The Clouds Festival

We Asked 88 People Why They Love 88Rising | Head In The Clouds Festival

August 22, 2019 Deemed the "Asian Coachella," hybrid management, record label, video production, and marketing company 88rising is bringing Asian voices into the mainstream.  
Author: Maxamillion Polo
NIKI's "Indigo" Has Us Believing in an Eternal Hot Girl Summer

NIKI's "Indigo" Has Us Believing in an Eternal Hot Girl Summer

August 14, 2019 NIKI is the undisputed queen of 88rising.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
R&B
'Happy Endings With An Asterisk' Is a Brilliant Showcasing of AUGUST 08′s Versatility

'Happy Endings With An Asterisk' Is a Brilliant Showcasing of AUGUST 08′s Versatility

August 12, 2019 Though classified as a contemporary R&B artist, AUGUST 08 continues to blur the lines of what it means to be a "traditional" singer in the genre.
Author: Emily Bird
Joji Takes His Sound to Intergalactic Heights with Calming "Sanctuary"

Joji Takes His Sound to Intergalactic Heights with Calming "Sanctuary"

June 17, 2019 For three minutes flat, "Sanctuary" gently lifts you out of reality and envelopes you in a zero-gravity space.
Author: Jess Myers
pop
R&B
AUGUST 08 - "Father Issues" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On

AUGUST 08 - "Father Issues" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On

May 22, 2019 Rising R&B artist AUGUST 08 stands as 88rising's secret weapon.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
R&B
NIKI's  "lowkey" Is a Neo-R&B Ode to Authentic Relationships

NIKI's  "lowkey" Is a Neo-R&B Ode to Authentic Relationships

April 24, 2019 NIKI is 88rising's first female breakout star.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
R&B
AUGUST 08 and Smino Meditate on Lost Love in "Blood on My Hands"

AUGUST 08 and Smino Meditate on Lost Love in "Blood on My Hands"

February 13, 2019 The fusion of tribal, hip-hop, and electronica undercurrents that surge forth paint a picture of love lost under the flashing lights of the dance floor.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
R&B