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Anderson Hao's 'out of slogans' Is a Sentimental Sonic Time Capsule
August 8, 2024
"It’s a manifestation of the work we've put in to achieve a sound that is honest."
Author:
Giselle Libby
MARIS Offers Up a Sweet Treat to Cap Off Summer With "Salt Water Taffy"
August 6, 2024
“I wanted ‘Salt Water Taffy’ to feel like summertime as a kid
Author:
Giselle Libby
april june's 'baby's out of luck again' Is a Cinematic, Emotional Whirlwind
August 2, 2024
'baby’s out of luck again' shines bright in all its melancholy and art film-inspired glory.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Yam Haus Spark a Magnetic Attraction With "Color You In" [Premiere]
August 2, 2024
“Color You In” is nostalgic, intimate, and straightforward.
Author:
Giselle Libby
mxmtoon Adopts a Country Twang in the Heartfelt Confessional "i hate texas"
July 29, 2024
mxmtoon is throwing her 10-gallon hat in the country craze with a new breakup bop.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Remi Wolf Attempts a Series of Pop Acrobatics in 'Big Ideas' and Flawlessly Sticks the Landing
July 18, 2024
"I wrote these songs about love, lust, anger, fantasies, harsh realities, vices, low lows, and high highs."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Theo Moss Leaves a Lasting Impact With Debut Single "Autopilot"
July 17, 2024
“I wrote 'Autopilot' about someone hurting the person you love and feeling angry and powerless."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Sierra Spirit Pens a Heartfelt Ode to Her Late Grandmother in “i’ll be waiting (pug)”
July 11, 2024
"My grandmother turned everything into a beautiful story, big or small. I wouldn’t be the writer I am today if it weren’t for listening to her.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
Debbii Dawson and The Magical Duality of 'How To Be Human' [Q&A]
July 3, 2024
"As a first-generation American, it was only natural for me to exist in multiple worlds, I don’t know any other way."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Ahead of Debut Album 'Sugar Water,' Maude Latour Takes a Look Back in "Comedown"
July 3, 2024
"This song is for all of these memories of my New York teenage dream. And for my friend. I wish he was here.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
Cate Tomlinson Mourns the Death of a Friendship in the Cathartic “MY EX FRIEND”
June 28, 2024
“There’s something about a friend break up that hits you in a deeper way than a romantic breakup, especially when it ends in betrayal."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Indy Finds Herself Again in "East Coast" [Q&A]
June 28, 2024
"I knew a lot of people could probably relate to the loss of identity after such a long relationship. Especially in your early 20s, as a woman, and especially going into summer."
Author:
Giselle Libby
UPSAHL Turns Up the Heat in "Summer so hot"
June 25, 2024
“Summer so hot” is a laidback banger designed for the hottest moments of the hottest season.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Suki Waterhouse Releases Vintage Summer Anthem "Supersad," Announces 'Memoir of a Sparklemuffin' Album
June 24, 2024
With the success of her music career and the birth of her newborn child, Suki is turning a page in the book of life.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Ha Vay Explores the Multifaceted Reality of Womanhood in 'Baby I'm The Wolf'
June 21, 2024
Ha Vay conjures the feminine spirit in a way that’s reminiscent of ethereal legends such as Kate Bush, Hope Sandoval, and Florence Welch.
Author:
Giselle Libby
9 LGBTQIA+ Artists to Listen to This Pride Month and Every Day
June 20, 2024
Celebrate Pride as we highlight a small handful of our favorite LGBTQIA+ artists.
Jelani Aryeh Finds Familiar Comfort in the Chaos of 'The Sweater Club'
June 18, 2024
Aryeh describes this record as a “two year adventure and labor of love”—and it shows.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Camille Schmidt's Debut EP 'Good Person' Is a Poignant Exploration of Self
June 14, 2024
"This EP is very much about looking back at all the things you’ve been through in your childhood, looking back on the different versions of yourself..."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Gracie Abrams Answers Fans' Prayers With the Long-Awaited Release of "Close To You"
June 10, 2024
Originally teased on Instagram in 2017, "Close To You" is seven years in the making.
Author:
Giselle Libby
The Beaches on Opening for girl in red, Winning Over Crowds, and Being Crowned "Lesbian of the Year" [Q&A]
June 4, 2024
We caught up with The Beaches as they took the stage at the iconic Greek Theatre.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Carol Ades' "Dreams" Captures the Rush and Anxiety of Your First and Every Crush
June 4, 2024
“This song was one of the first things that pushed me forward and made me feel excited about loving girls in this way.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
Philine Sonny and Miya Folick's “Shame” Is Dynamic and Vulnerable Feminine Rage
May 31, 2024
"Shame" is raw and unforgiving, an impassioned emotional upheaval buoyed by nontraditional and intense production.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Debbii Dawson Conjures an Image of Beautiful Escapism in "Turn The TV On"
May 28, 2024
"The true meaning of this song lies in what is unsaid.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
Jeremy Zucker, Lauv, and Alexander23 Get "Cozy" in New Supergroup Single
May 22, 2024
"We’ve been talking about making music all together for years, and when it finally happened it was magical."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Juliet Ivy Explores the Complexities of Girlhood and Comparison in "is it my face?"
May 16, 2024
"We’re just girls with so many different emotions, personalities, and sides to us and we wanna feel loved and wanted and good enough."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Chappell Roan's "Casual" Is a Stirring Pop Stunner That's Hard Not to Get Hooked On
November 1, 2022
"Casual" serves as yet another indicator of Roan's inevitable rise to stardom.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Chappell Roan Is Unapologetically "HOT TO GO!"
August 14, 2023
"HOT TO GO!" is a snapshot of the rising star’s past and present lives
Author:
Giselle Libby
Maya Hawke's “Thérèse” Is a Tranquil Portrait of Fleeting Magic
July 6, 2022
The Stranger Things star offers up a serene reflection ahead of the release of her sophomore album.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Chappell Roan's "Good Luck, Babe!" Is a Queer Anthem For the Situationship Era
April 5, 2024
"I needed to write a song about a common situationship within queer relationships — where someone is struggling with coming to terms with themselves."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Lizzy McAlpine Returns With the Heartbreaking "Older," Announces Highly-Anticipated New Album
February 13, 2024
“Older” captures the detailed storytelling that originally propelled Lizzy to success while uncovering a deeper layer of her overall artistry.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Clairo's "Blouse" Is Her Most Tender and Heartfelt Single to Date
June 11, 2021
Clairo is well on her way to becoming a household name, and "Blouse" is reaffirmation of that trajectory.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Marisa Maino Delivers a Stirring Rendition of "growing up can go to hell" Live From Burger King [Premiere]
October 22, 2021
At Burger King with my burger queen ðŸ''
Author:
Giselle Libby
Little Monarch Brings a Groovy New Energy to "Same Old"
November 1, 2023
“Same Old” invokes an effortlessly serene sense of self.
Author:
Giselle Libby
The Beaches on Opening for girl in red, Winning Over Crowds, and Being Crowned "Lesbian of the Year" [Q&A]
June 4, 2024
We caught up with The Beaches as they took the stage at the iconic Greek Theatre.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Charlotte Lawrence Explores the Pain of Falling in Love With Your Best Friend in "Boys Like You"
June 29, 2023
"We’ve all been there. It hurts, but it doesn’t have to pull you under. I’m dancing through the ache, and I hope you can dance with me.”
Author:
Giselle Libby
Wale the Sage Lives Up to His Name on "Stoves"
July 1, 2021
"Stoves" resonates on a deeply personal and universal level.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Griff's 'One Foot in Front of the Other' Is an Emotional and Sonic Triumph
June 21, 2021
This feels like not just an introduction to Griff but a testament to the mainstream appeal of the rapidly rising UK star.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Searows Gives Us a Front-Row Seat to His Self-Discovery in "Funny"
October 18, 2023
Displaying vulnerability is never easy, but it’s what makes “Funny” an emotional triumph.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Gracie Abrams' "Difficult" Is a Candid Illustration of Her Poignant Songwriting
October 10, 2022
For Gracie, songwriting functions as a diary for working through tough feelings in order to live with them.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Ha Vay Explores the Multifaceted Reality of Womanhood in 'Baby I'm The Wolf'
June 21, 2024
Ha Vay conjures the feminine spirit in a way that’s reminiscent of ethereal legends such as Kate Bush, Hope Sandoval, and Florence Welch.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Abhi the Nomad Sets His Eyes on the Universe
September 2, 2021
In his fourth studio album, Abhi the Nomad delivers a perfect blend of hip-hop, funk, and R&B.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Holly Humberstone Frees Herself From the Curse of Perfection in 'work in progress'
March 15, 2024
'work in progress' functions as both a gift to the fans and an ode to vulnerability.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Lydia Night Breaks the Popstar Fourth Wall in Solo Debut “Parody of Pleasure” [Q&A]
August 9, 2025
We broke down the album with Lydia, chatting about organically embarking on her solo career, the playfulness of pop music, and how context really is everything.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Oston Pens Her Coming-of-Age Story on 'Am I Talking Too Much? [Q&A]
August 6, 2021
OSTON is no longer sitting at the kids' table.
Author:
Giselle Libby
sundial Stops and Smells the Roses in "scenic route"
December 4, 2023
“scenic route” is a song about always trying your best and being okay with not always being the best.
Author:
Giselle Libby
BEL Doesn't Shy Away From Letting Her Heart Spill Out in 'Read the Room' [Q&A]
November 10, 2023
Pulling from the buzzing energy of touring for the first time and the search for connection in a digital age, BEL strikes new creative ground in her third project.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Let Eli Soundtrack Your Summer with “Girl Of Your Dreams”
June 20, 2025
A bubblegum pop renaissance is upon us and Eli is leading the charge with her new summer single “Girl Of Your Dreams."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Chelsea Cutler Puts Her Own Infectious Spin on the Breakup Anthem With "Walking Away"
July 19, 2021
Anyone who's been part of a mutual, natural end of a relationship will find something in "Walking Away" to hold close.
Author:
Giselle Libby
hemlocke springs Navigates the Reality of Human Connection in "enknee1"
August 28, 2023
"enknee1" is a delicate outcry straight from springs' open heart.
Author:
Giselle Libby
spill tab and the Friends Making Her Dreamlike Music a Reality [Q&A]
May 17, 2021
Behind spill tab is a close-knit group of friends and collaborators who are giving life to the rising artist's pastel-colored vision.
Author:
Giselle Libby