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beabadoobee Pens a Lovesick Letter Home in “Coming Home”
June 5, 2024
"Really, it’s just a cute little love song with a weird non-existent structure.”
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Montell Fish Conjures an Intoxicating Tale of Envy in "Who Did You Touch?"
June 5, 2024
"This first single was created/began in Paris, France, while processing religious trauma, with poetic interpretations of jealousy for a mysterious woman."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
Maya Hawke Puts Forth the Most Honest Version of Herself in 'Chaos Angel'
June 4, 2024
'Chaos Angel' is the truest pinnacle of the musician and actor’s artistry.
Author:
Abby Kenna
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
The Marías' Sink Into the Blue Alluring Depths of 'Submarine'
June 3, 2024
'Submarine' is more dizzying and electrifying than we could have ever prepared for.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Joe P Releases Long-Awaited "Birthday Baby (The Girl with No Smile)," Announces Debut Album
June 3, 2024
"Birthday Baby" is heavy and light all at once.
Author:
Abby Kenna
9 Asian Artists to Watch This APAHM Month and Every Month
May 31, 2024
In honor of APAHM coming to a close, we brought together a list of some of our favorite Asian artists.
Author:
Riley Noland
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
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
grentperez Looks to His Past For the Storied 'When We Were Younger'
June 6, 2023
"'When We Were Younger' is a collection of music, each relating to figures of the past, whether it be in love, loss, families, and friendship."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Charlotte Cardin Gives Herself the Love She Deserves in '99 Nights'
August 25, 2023
The sophomore effort from Cardin is equal parts vulnerable and heartfelt.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cleo Sol's 'Gold' Feels Like a Sonic Rebirth
October 2, 2023
Exploring themes of love, religion, and self-actualization, this project is a baptism.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Nilüfer Yanya Revolves Around Pain and Vulnerability on "Midnight Sun"
January 26, 2022
"Midnight Sun" is at once dark and shimmering, shifting effortlessly between tensions and release.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
The Beaches Embrace the Pain of Being Alone in "What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Paranoid"
August 25, 2023
"'What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Paranoid' is a song about feeling intense anxiety after a breakup."
Author:
Abby Kenna
Noga Erez's "Godmother" Is a Sultry Rejection of Genre Prescriptions
August 22, 2024
Comfortable creating earnest discomfort in her lyrics, Noga is an artist revered by other artists.
Author:
DJ Connor
Kaash Paige Is R&B's New Dream Girl
November 22, 2019
Kaash Paige makes "indie music for the soul."
Author:
Precious Kato
RINI on "Bedtime Story," Sensual R&B, and Making the Perfect Chicken Adobo [Q&A]
May 15, 2020
Rini is a master, both in the kitchen and in the world of velvety-smooth R&B.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Valley Make a Sonic and Emotional Breakthrough on 'Last Birthday'
October 4, 2021
<i>Last Birthday</i> plays out with all the infectious euphoria of someone reaching emotional clarity.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
beabadoobee Embraces the Chaos in Her Head in "If You Want To" Video
April 12, 2019
"I feel like there's not a lot of music that explores subjects which are quite scary to talk about... but it's okay to have intimidating feelings."
Author:
Alyssa Yung