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TANISAKO Reaches New Heights on Sophomore Single "Young & Dangerous"
June 15, 2021
In the span of two singles, TANISAKO has already established a somber, distinctive sound.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year
June 14, 2021
In her latest single, Never muses on substance abuse, growing older, and the fear of fading into nothingness.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Japanese Breakfast's Long-Awaited 'Jubilee' Is Nothing Short of Outright Joy
June 10, 2021
Zauner's self-exploration and experimentation are often met hand in hand with intense bouts of celebration.
Author:
Carter Fife
Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is "everything"
June 8, 2021
Consider this another solid addition to the growing pop-punk comeback.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]
June 4, 2021
"I've gotten so personal on this project, because I'm just not scared of it anymore."
Author:
Rachel Lai
conner's "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter
June 3, 2021
conner epitomizes what made the '90s alternative scene so exciting.
Author:
Tyler Borland
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
Janna Jamison Wants You at Her Twisted Tea Party in "Invitation To A Beheading"
May 21, 2021
Inspired by the Vladimir Nabokov novel, "Invitation To A Beheading" revels in its left-field influences.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Marco Luka Displays Incredible Versatility on "do me wrong"
May 21, 2021
"I'm trying to be a better artist by just being more honest with myself, and that starts with this song."
Author:
Tyler Borland
conner's "theme song" Proves He's a Modern Rockstar
December 17, 2020
The Maryland born, LA-based artist and multi-instrumentalist conner has been making waves with his recent single "theme song."
Author:
Tyler Borland
EKKSTACY Pours His Still Bleeding Heart Out in “she will be missed”
December 17, 2024
"she will be missed" is raw and vulnerable, delving into the complexities of heartbreak and regret.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Kevin Abstract and Dominic Fike Reunite Over Hometown Woes in "Geezer"
June 16, 2025
"Geezer" tells a cautionary tale of how bleak life can be if you don’t live up to your potential.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Wisp Battles Shame and Insecurity in the Mesmerizing "Enough for you"
March 18, 2024
Wisp melts together classic shoegaze tropes with daring and refreshing sonic ideas.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Lauren Sanderson Is Playing By Her Own Rules in "THEY WONT LIKE THIS"
March 22, 2024
"I can’t be the only one who feels like I have to fight to find my most authentic self."
Author:
Giselle Libby
JULES IS DEAD and Ezra Team Up For the Riotous "Just 1 Thing"
September 3, 2024
"It represents a key moment when my dreams started to become real."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Inhaler Brilliantly Navigate Growing Pains in Genre-Bending Album 'Open Wide'
February 12, 2025
The intoxicating Irish rock band has done it again.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Glixen's "lust" Is a Sonic Sandstorm of Raw Emotion
May 1, 2024
"lust" breathes like heavy, humid air, wet with distortion and ion-laden vocals.
Author:
DJ Connor
jxdn Displays a Noted Maturity and Tenderness in the Impassioned "STRAY" and "SAD OCTOBER"
April 30, 2024
Inspired by bands like Deftones, jxdn's newest double release sees the alternative rising star striking new emotional chords.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
myKeL's "DCMBR"is Emotive, Innovative, and Unrestricted by Genre
December 28, 2020
myKEL's latest track "DCMBR" is a climactic building track that transitions from a stripped back guitar driven ballad to a pulsing electronic instrumental.
Author:
Tyler Borland