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Dreamer Isioma on Astrology, Childhood Cartoons, and Confronting Religion | Close Friends
June 28, 2023
Dreamer Isioma does not wish to be understood, only heard.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Maisie Peters Casts a Chart-Topping Spell Over Us in 'The Good Witch'
June 28, 2023
"This is my heart and soul, my blood on the page, the collection of stories that I've managed to capture in the past year. A true chronicle of my life in recent history."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Watch Drug Church Rip A Sweaty Underground Gig [Exclusive] | The Noise
June 28, 2023
For those unwilling or unable to brave the hot and sweaty summer elements to catch one of the best emerging bands around, you’re in luck!
Author:
Moe Horta
Meet Kanii, the Artist Whose ‘Exiit’ EP Sets Up a Grand Entrance For His Dance-Inducing Breakout Success
June 28, 2023
At only 17, Kanii has achieved what many artists spend lifetimes chasing.
Author:
DJ Connor
Issue 03: Summer Devotion
June 27, 2023
Our latest issue features Isabel LaRosa, Deb Never, Hojean, Rocco, and everything you need to get over your summer situationship.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Wallice’s 'Mr Big Shot' Is a Coming-of-Age Triumph
June 27, 2023
Wallice balances the fatigue and frustration of coming into adulthood to visceral effect.
Author:
Abby Kenna
binki's 'Antennae' Is a Viciously Contagious Bout of Euphoria
June 27, 2023
"I put my guts out on the table with this one. Tears were shed. Blood was bled."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Tai Verdes Brings Our Dreams to Life in “Sandman”
June 27, 2023
Verdes makes our dreams come true in his latest single.
Author:
Emily Foster
Franklin Jonas' 'Sewer Rat' Is a Debut He Wasn't Sure Would Ever Come
June 27, 2023
"It is these songs that have pushed me to grow and put myself and my art into the world.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Nessa Barrett Wouldn't Mind You Telling One Last Sweet "lie"
June 23, 2023
"I hope people who listen to this feel an emotion that is hard for us to accept but need to in order to live a fulfilling life."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
april june Releases Dreamy “afterparty” EP [Q&A]
October 24, 2025
From drawing inspiration from film to exposing her most vulnerable thoughts, the 6 track collection evokes a visceral reaction from the very first moment.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Skuzland's "Tell Me You Love Me" Visualizes the Skewed Reality of Unrequited Love
October 24, 2025
There's a stellar cast of collaborations on the music video as well, including Emmy award-winning director Chris Klimovski.
Author:
DJ Connor
Alice Phoebe Lou Returns to Her Roots on Album, Oblivion
October 24, 2025
Alice Phoebe Lou’s sixth album, Oblivion, reaches past the unrelenting noise of modern life.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Dev Lemons talks Debut Album SURFACE TENSION, Upcoming Tour, and Artificial Moon Theory [Q+A]
October 25, 2025
Dancing between alternative emo rock and pop, Dev explores heartache, anger, and confidence, all while being loud and unapologetic.
Author:
Gia Acosta
WATCH: letlive. Return For New Explosive Something Loud Session [EXCLUSIVE] | THE NOISE
October 28, 2025
After a long and strenuous eight-year hiatus, post-hardcore noisemakers letlive. are finally back playing shows together reminding people just what we were all missing in our lives without them.
Author:
Jimmy Smith
Jack Kane's Latest EP Is An ...Obvious... Hit [Q&A]
October 27, 2025
His latest EP, Obvious, dolls out a dose of heartache and anxious behaviors that meshes into a menagerie of pop goodness.
Author:
DJ Connor
Video Premiere: “Forgiveness Is” by Doe Paoro ft. Conversation with Maiah Manser
October 28, 2025
Together, Doe Paoro and Maiah explore the threads that tie their worlds: forgiveness, the collapse and rebirth of systems, social media’s strange intimacy, and the ways music continues to serve as a healing modality for both artist and listener.
Author:
Ariana Tibi
Charlotte Sands Explores Transcending Love On New Single "Afterlife" | THE NOISE
October 1, 2025
Charlotte Sands further cements her reputation as a boundary-pushing force in alt-pop on her latest single, "Afterlife."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Taylor Acorns Is "Crashing Out" On Fiery New Single Ahead New LP | THE NOISE
September 22, 2025
Nashville-based pop-punk artist Taylor Acorn shares cathartic offering "Crashing Out," capturing the chaos of a volatile, touch-and-go romance.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ben Quad Explore The Pain Of Grief On New Single "Painless" | THE NOISE
October 6, 2025
The easily recognizable 2000s pop-punk and emo influences mixed with Ben Quad's signature midwestern spirit make "Painless" feel equally cathartic and authentic.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon