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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
STUMPS Are Looking Brighter Than Ever Even Through the Darkest Times
September 8, 2023
“We like the idea that our band can tackle quite serious things and have a lot of fun at the same time.”
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
Bryce Bishop Searches For Calm in Cathartic Single "dumb fuck"
September 21, 2023
"'dumb fuck' is a culmination of three years of work, stress, moving, friends, relationships, and music,"
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet NO COMPLY, the Eclectic New Zealand Hip-Hop Duo
October 2, 2023
NO COMPLY goes beyond the boundaries of genre and takes inspiration from a variety of sounds.
Author:
Hannah Powell
Talker Fails to Be "Easygoing" in Captivating New Single | THE NOISE
February 23, 2024
The larger-than-life pop ballad takes the artist's vulnerability to new heights.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
IAMTHELIVING Ponders Humanity in Retro Record "Nebra Sky"
January 2, 2025
Nebra Sky is a chronology of the human experience, told through melodies and sounds.
Author:
DJ Connor
hey, nothing's “Barn Nursery” Starts the Year Off on a Reflective Note
January 6, 2025
“Barn Nursery” tackles the complexity of grief and guilt with care and grace.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Moontower's "Hit the Lights" Is an Uplifting Banger
September 2, 2020
Want some good boy band fun and a pop song that'll get you and your friends off your feet? Look no further.
Author:
Lexi Vaganos
Tia Gostelow Discusses New Dazzling Retro Single and Video Development [Q&A]
March 10, 2021
Ever listen to an artist that possesses such a rare, entrancing quality that you disappear into their music for a while? Tia Gostelow is that kind of haunting talent that transports you to another place.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Myles Lloyd Faces His Fears in "Running On You"
May 6, 2021
Llyod's latest is an intoxicating slow burn.
Author:
Joe Beer