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Sensual & Sonically Captivating, Maya Unagi's 'Pieces' EP Is the Perfect Fall Listen
September 3, 2025
We reached out to the immersive talent to hear more about the making of the EP.
Who Ruled Pukkelpop 2025?
September 3, 2025
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of this Belgian music festival, let's dive into our favorites from this edition.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Embrace the Ambient in cln's "Fade to Grey" [PREMIERE]
May 29, 2019
"This song doesn't really sound like anything else I've made..."
Blood Orange, Isaac Dunbar, Tommy Newport & More | #NowWatching Playlist
July 12, 2019
It's apparent that the 4th of July holiday gave our favorite creatives a well-needed and productive break.
Leo Bhanji Makes a Powerful Statement With Debut EP 'No Guard'
July 6, 2020
Released via Dirty Hit, <i>No Guard</i> is just that: a commitment to letting his guard down.
St. Panther, Matt Maeson, FLETCHER & More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
September 4, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist from Ones to Watch.
Julian Skiboat's "Flowers" Is a Comforting Dreamy Escape
February 12, 2021
You know that feeling when the golden rays of sunshine hits your skin and warms you up, making you feel safe again? That's Julian Skiboat's "Flowers."
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Mindy Explores Violence and Healing in "Am I Alive" Video [Premiere]
May 26, 2021
"'Am I Alive' is about my struggles with violence and the relentless cycles of murder, pain, and healing."
joan Takes You on a Wistful, Cinematic Pop Journey in Debut Album 'superglue'
May 1, 2023
The lads of joan welcome fatherhood with an ambitious debut album.
We're Sending Three Independent Artists to Music Midtown to Play Their First Festival
September 11, 2023
We teamed up with Gala Music to give 3 artists the chance to play a set of original music at their first festival, hear about their thoughts below.
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Alt-Duo Wayside Release Raw New Single "Half Nelson" | THE NOISE
October 13, 2023
Wayside continues to push the genre boundary with the release of their latest single, "Half Nelson."
Aáyanna Takes Us Through Her Debut EP 'Don't Look Back,' Track By Track
October 30, 2023
"Recording the songs on this EP taught me to trust my instincts and don’t look back.”