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Balu Brigada's 'Portal' Is An Artfully Alternative Debut
September 3, 2025
Balu Brigada is alt pop’s best kept secret, and there’s no question that their debut album Portal, is the gift that we’ve been waiting for.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
"IT'S HARD (to be a Man)" But It's Easy to Love MARIS
September 1, 2025
A bold narrative that uses both humor and sarcasm, this song tackles the heaviness MARIS was feeling during a brief stint as a sex worker.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Jazzie Young's 'Everything Changes' Is An Invitingly Introspective Debut
September 1, 2025
Young took the time to answer our burning questions about her debut album, change, and indie movie references.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Cathartically Rageful, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers Are on Fire With "Mother"
September 1, 2025
The single comes alongside the announcement of their second full-length studio album, GLORY, which is slated to drop on November 7.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Beaches' 'No Hard Feelings' Is Messy, Real, and Deliciously Queer
September 1, 2025
Over 11 tracks, the band presents their distinctive fusion of raw, heartfelt lyrics and unapologetic energy, cementing their position as a leading force in alt-rock today.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ninajirachi's 'I Love My Computer' Is a Reverent Love Letter to the Internet and Electronic Music
August 29, 2025
'I Love My Computer' feels like an electric return to form for Ninajirachi.
Author:
Carter Fife
Quadeca Embarks on a Journey of a Lifetime in 'Vanisher, Horizon Scraper'
August 29, 2025
'Vanisher, Horizon Scraper' sees Quadeca in a perpetual state of transformation.
Author:
Carter Fife
Christian Hayes Embraces a New Sound and Deep Storytelling with Upcoming Single “Good As It Gets”
August 29, 2025
The country singer is taking new risks in a transformative era of his music career.
Author:
Taylor Brooks
Joey Valence & Brae's HYPERYOUTH Is Like Aging In Reverse [Q&A]
August 28, 2025
We caught the genre-bending duo to hear the latest on the freedom of creative control, their upcoming tour, Mozart & Bon Jovi, and the top tier Cheesecake Factory order.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
BENEE’s Remembers to Stay Sweet on New Single “Cinnamon,” Announces Upcoming Sophomore Album
August 28, 2025
The alt-pop singer is beginning the rollout of her highly anticipated sophomore album Ur An Angel I’m Just Particles.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Tommy Richman Brings Summer to a Close With “THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE”
September 3, 2024
The breakout artist continues to deliver in anticipation of his highly anticipated debut album, 'Coyote.'
Author:
Gia Acosta
FEST RECAP: Who? What? Why? When We Were Young - It Still Isn't A Phase [Q&A] | THE NOISE
October 23, 2024
In between crying at sets, throwing down in the pit, and running from stage to stage, The Noise had the chance to catch up with beloved bands such as August Burns Red, Mayday Parade, Armor For Sleep, The Used, Silverstein, The Devil Wears Prada, Cartel, and Tonight Alive to chat all about the who, what, when, where and why of the albums they played at When We Were Young, plus more.
Author:
Moe Horta
Limitless: Trevor Jackson Is Blazing the Way for Future Multi-Hyphenates [Q&A]
August 29, 2019
Enter the mind of the multi-faceted entertainer, Trevor Jackson.
Author:
Malcolm J. Gray
Ambar Lucid Welcomes You to the Mesmerizing 'Garden of Lucid'
April 13, 2020
<i>Garden of Lucid</i> is a world unto itself.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
LOWERLIPDRIP Sets a New Tone With "Everything Is Fare"
May 18, 2020
It's addictive in the most ambiguous way. With every listen, you seem to hear something new within the production you didn't notice before.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Seiji Oda's Singles "CYBORG" and "no fillins" Showcase Bay Area Past and Future
February 5, 2021
Rapper, singer, and producer Seiji Oda returns with two new singles "CYBORG" and "no fillins."
Author:
Carter Fife
Dan Campbell Chronicles 'Other People's Lives' on Stellar Debut Solo Album [Q&A]
November 22, 2021
"Writing these songs helped me remember that every person's life has its own richness."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
LonelyTwin's "This End Had No Beginning" Is a Debut Album Worth Celebrating
July 7, 2022
This End Had No Beginning contains a menacing awareness buoyed by a beautiful narrative rarely felt on debut releases.
Author:
DJ Connor
70+ Spring Tours You Don't Want to Miss
February 6, 2023
Want to celebrate the arrival of spring with a show? Well, we've got you covered.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Jules Paymer and Miki Ratsula Teams Up For the Vulnerable "The Daughter That My Mother Wanted"
April 21, 2023
“TDTMMW” is a raw confessional told through intertwined harmonies and a moving music video.
Author:
Abby Kenna