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Anson Seabra Wears His Heart on His Sleeve in 'Songs I Wrote in My Bedroom'
May 11, 2020
Seabra paints a gripping portrait of a human still discovering himself - flaws, aspirations, and all.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
snny's 'Otito' Is a Border-Spanning, Genre-Bending Snapshot of Life
May 11, 2020
snny's music captures a universal sentiment, one of trying to find your voice and place in a newfound home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Quirky, Charismatic, and Creative: Josie Dunne Finds Her Niche in 'Late Teens / Early Twenties'
May 11, 2020
Dunne's latest is a wonderfully-scored coming-of-age story.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Rahli Carves Out His Niche in the Versatile 'Still Big Rallo From Lorna'
May 6, 2020
With exceptional flexibility, Rahli's sophomore tape recognizes the pitfalls of being a one-trick pony.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Hablot Brown Gets Transparent About Life in 'OPAQUE'
May 4, 2020
In their stellar new EP, Hablot Brown come face to face with the tumultuous transition into adulthood.
Author:
Emily Smith
serpentwithfeet Channels Cinematic Grandiosity in the Ethereal 'Apparition'
May 4, 2020
The three-track EP was exclusively produced by Janelle Monae and Twin Shadow collaborator Wynne Bennett.
Author:
Maddy Quach
whiterosemoxie's Diverse Debut 'white ceilings' Cements Him as a Prominent New Voice
April 29, 2020
whiterosemoxie jumps between genres without ever expensing or sacrificing quality.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Cassowary Makes a Beautiful and Radically Adventurous Debut
April 29, 2020
Cassowary creates jazz-infused music for early mornings, lazy afternoons, and everything in between.
Author:
Maddy Quach
chloe moriondo's 'Spirit Orb' Is a Euphoric, Rapturous, and Heartfelt Outing
April 27, 2020
Few artists make music as easily relatable and sincere as moriondo.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Lennon Stella Lays the Blueprint For a Budding Pop Icon in 'Three. Two. One.'
April 27, 2020
Rarely does pop feel so effortless and grand.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
spill tab Conjures an Ideal Self and Indie Pop Fantasy in 'KLEPTO'
July 25, 2023
"I made a lot of these songs during a time in my life where so much was changing, a lot of good evolutions but those came with endless self doubt, hella imposter syndrome."
Author:
Abby Kenna
Bo Milli Soundtracks Her Coming of Age Trials and Tribulations in Debut EP 'Making Friends'
October 24, 2023
"All the songs on the EP are in some way about struggling to ask for what you want from other people."
Author:
Giselle Libby
'Montero' Is Lil Nas X's Portrait on Fire
September 23, 2021
Lil Nas X has the power to shape culture as we know it.
Author:
Carter Fife
LIA LIA Embarks on a Battle For Her Identity in 'Angst'
November 14, 2023
"'Angst' is my big fuck you to anxiety, depression and sickness."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Last Dinner Party's 'Prelude to Ecstasy' Is a Portrait of Fierce Femininity and Art-Rock Genius
February 5, 2024
'Prelude to Ecstasy' feels like a Tumblr-era soundtrack to an ornate period piece.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Aaron Taos Dives Deeper Into Heartbreak in 'Closure and Campari: After Hours'
April 1, 2022
Taos once again comes head to head with feelings of insecurity, imposter syndrome, and warped self-image.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
Sienna Spiro Explores Duality in Impressive Debut EP 'SINK NOW, SWIM LATER'
February 26, 2025
SINK NOW, SWIM LATER arrives as Spiro continues her steady rise to music stardom
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Petticoat's 'Hedon' Is a Vulnerable Piece of Pop-Futurism
May 7, 2021
<i>Hedon</i> is Petticoat's bold self-introduction to the modern pop sphere.
Author:
Carter Fife
Jake Minch Pens Three Heartfelt and Heartbreaking Tracks in 'jessie'
May 15, 2024
These three relatable tracks are heaven for fans of confessional indie folk and those who love to see dark themes transformed into something beautiful.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Tiny Habits' 'All For Something' Is an Antidote to Life's Chaos
May 30, 2024
'All For Something' chronicles the band's fondest memories, hardest challenges, and impressive growth.
Author:
Joe Beer