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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
"Can't Move" is Another Solid Addition to Huck's Canon of Grooves
July 16, 2020
New York-based singer and multi-instrumentalist John Wolfe, lead singer of Huck, is making us miss live shows with the release of "Can't Move"
Author:
Malc.
Alexander 23 Continues His Hopeless Romantic Tale on "Caught In The Middle"
July 31, 2020
"We used to kiss and say I love you, now we don't say nothing at all."
Author:
Joey Legittino
MYKA's "gucci bloom" Is a Bittersweet Ode to Sudden Heartbreak [Q&A]
December 15, 2021
"Anyone who listens to my music and relates, I call them 'unknown' because that's how it feels. That's what the fear is."
Author:
Chloe Liz
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of the Last Week
June 21, 2022
Kick-off your week with a visual feast.
Author:
DJ Connor
Gatlin Doesn't Shy Away From Her Messy Feelings in 'I Sleep Fine Now'
September 19, 2023
'I Sleep Fine Now' unashamedly mourns a relationship and the lasting effects of a painful break-up.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Luna Luna Jumps Into the Unknown in 'L.L.'
October 2, 2023
'L.L.' feels like a deep breath and exhale before venturing off into unexplored sonic territories.
Author:
DJ Connor
Wisp Unsheathes the Painfully Beautifully "Sword" Ahead System of a Down Tour
March 18, 2025
"'Sword' represents the shame and confusion people feel when loved ones hide them from the world.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sawyer Hill Gets Up Close and Personal in Debut EP 'Heartbreak Hysteria'
April 23, 2025
The singer’s EP released this past Friday with three new singles including fan favorite “One Shot.”
Author:
Polina Cherezova
Kabwasa Announces His Debut Album with the Retro "You Gon See"
August 3, 2020
Vintage aesthetics paired with cutting edge flows and ideas, Kabwasa makes a statement with his single "You Gon See."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Là˜Là˜'s Got Some Thoughts on Love on "Hate U"
August 7, 2020
Là˜Là˜ is back with "Hate U." An alt-pop tune injected with heartbreak and a bit of classic 2000s angst.
Author:
Precious Kato