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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
Gilanares Explores Self-Destruction On Stimulating Single "F33D TH3 B3AST"
March 26, 2025
"I want this song to encourage people to explore their own 'beast," explains Gilanares
Author:
Ally Rincon
Dora Jar Explores Personhood in Ethereal Single "She Loves Me"
May 14, 2024
"This song is an ode to the girl I wish I could be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Pale Waves Returns With the Hopelessly Romantic "Perfume," Announces New Album 'Smitten'
June 13, 2024
“It's queer, feminine and romantic and it encapsulates the essence of ‘Smitten.’”
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Girl Scout Thinks It's Time to Break Up the Friendship in "Honey"
October 22, 2024
"Honey is about the bittersweet experience of close friends growing apart, heartache, and the inevitability to keep everyone in your life at the same time."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
beabadoobee Picks Up the Pieces and Reconstructs Herself in 'This Is How Tomorrow Moves'
August 12, 2024
'This Is How Tomorrow Moves' is a full-circle symphony about finding yourself as you fall apart.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Theo Bleak Explores Interpersonal Relationships in Bad Luck Is Two Yellow Flowers
May 16, 2025
In her latest EP, Bad Luck Is Two Yellow Flowers, Theo Bleak, the musical alter ego of Dundee based Katie Lynch, explores her imaginings of her friend’s inner life.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
sounds mint's Dream Lineup, Smash Burger Recipe, and Lack of Fear to be Seen Trying [Q&A]
July 5, 2025
We sat down with the UK-based band to hear about their latest single, "TIN," and more.
Author:
DJ Connor
Ari Rivera Learns to Let Go in the Gritty but Delicate 'ep 2' [Q&A]
April 23, 2024
'EP2' is a shimmering alternative landscape full of songwriting mastery and a boundary-pushing sonic palette.
Author:
DJ Connor
Emo-Folk Duo hey, nothing Bare It All in Bittersweet EP 'Maine'
July 17, 2024
hey, nothing use their pain to create a refuge for themselves and for anyone who's felt the crippling guilt of leaving home and feeling better off because of it.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
10 Questions With Minas on His Latest EP ‘Grazes' and More [Q&A]
March 11, 2024
"I’ve made music for as long as I can remember, and it kind of became a way for me to process and figure things out that are frying my head."
Author:
DJ Connor