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IDER Demands Bodily Autonomy in Indie Pop Anthem "Know How It Hurts"
November 16, 2024
The duo’s earnest voices accompanied by a driving beat turns a doomsday anthem into an anthem of hope and change.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Rachel Prancer is Going Anywhere But "backwards" on Captivating New Single
November 15, 2024
Prancer has a way with words and a vulnerability that allows listeners to feel a little less alone as they navigate all the complexities life throws at them.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Jacqui's "Mmm!" Captures Both Ends of her Self-Described "Two-faced" Sound
November 15, 2024
Convulsing between banter, rap and sweet singing, Jacqui creates a funky, post-academic dreamscape of pop.
Author:
DJ Connor
Zoe Ko Laughs In The Face Of Misogyny On New Single "Lucky"
November 14, 2024
The native New Yorker continues to highlight the female experience on her latest alt-rock-tinged single and explores themes of authenticity and empowerment.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Brenn! Unleashes His Folk-Pop Sincerity in "Days on End"
November 14, 2024
At only 20 years old, one can only imagine what the future has in store for this rising folk-pop star.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
“last night’s mascara” Is Griff’s Moment of Reckoning
November 13, 2024
Griff paints an innately human picture with the song's haunting and provocative sound.
Author:
Caroline McKenzie
Luna Luna Takes a Dance-Pop Approach to their Latin Roots in "Una Vez Más"
November 12, 2024
“Una Vez Más” combines Luna Luna’s familiar synth sound with the traditional drum and guacharaca sounds found in many cumbia songs.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
mxmtoon Navigates Change and Its Complicated Feelings in 'liminal space'
November 4, 2024
mxmtoon captures all the good and bad of change and makes us all feel a little less alone in the turmoil of transition.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Debbii Dawson Crafts a Vintage Pop Earworm in "Walla Walla"
November 4, 2024
Dawson is truly the definition of One To Watch
Author:
Giselle Libby
Bella Poarch Makes a Sweet Pop Statement With “Sweet Delusion”
November 4, 2024
“Sweet Delusion” explores the concept of a love overdose and the blurred effects of its fumes.
Author:
René Cobar
DoloRRes x cherry chola Dance Us Through Their 'Jacuzzi' Mixtape [Q&A]
April 9, 2025
A true walkabout of latin cross genre pop, this mixtape is a downhill run of vibes and pure fun momentum.
Author:
DJ Connor
Cautious Clay Infused a Move to Philadelphia, Basketball, and Creative Non-Routines Unto 'The Hours: Morning" [Q&A]
May 17, 2025
The artist gives us the inside scoop on his creative lifestyle, from painting to music making.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Labit's "MANGOES AND RICE" Is the First of A Memoir of Change [Q&A]
June 5, 2025
Diving into family and memories, this single hints toward an impending 18-track album.
Author:
DJ Connor
“Sail Away” from Toxicity with Indy’s New Instant Earworm
May 9, 2025
Following the devastatingly beautiful “Savior” released earlier this year, this new single takes Indy’s artistry to unexplored places, lyrically and sonically.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Lauren Spencer Smith Teaches A Masterclass in "THE ART OF BEING A MESS" [Q&A]
July 10, 2025
A proper cocktail of emotions and pop ear candy, this artist's sophomore album is a collision of highs and lows.
Author:
DJ Connor
Levent Geiger Searches For Vaildation in "Love Me"
December 5, 2024
Levent remains one of the most promising voices in modern pop.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Stella Bridie Wants You to Feel Catharsis [Q&A]
May 31, 2025
This past year has been a big one for the young musician from Melbourne, from releasing her first EP to playing SXSW, and we caught up with her behind the scenes at The Great Escape.
Author:
Tanja Brinks Toubro
Olivia O'Brien's 'love & limerence' Is a Re-Introduction to This Vulnerable Rising Star
June 24, 2024
'love & limerence' is a testament to the ever-exciting journey of getting to know yourself.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Daniel Seavey Embraces the Storms in “Other People”
September 5, 2024
“Other People” is both sunny and thunderous, carried both by anguish and acceptance of things lost and won, past and present.
Author:
René Cobar
Danny Dwyer's "System Overload" Is an Intoxicating Dancefloor Meditation
October 23, 2024
"For 'System Overload,' I wanted to do something different and play with styles a little outside of what I'm known for."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon