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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
Outlaw the Artist Builds a Darker World on 'Villains Never Die' [Premiere]
October 8, 2020
Los Angeles-based rapper Outlaw the Artist is releasing his latest project 'Villains Never Die' in what seems to be an ominous tribute to the proverbial bad guy.
Author:
Malc.
Saba and Krayzie Bone Keep It Real on the Stirring "Come My Way"
January 18, 2022
Saba's empathic, affective sonic storytelling feels more poised than ever.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
MAY-A Enters a Bold New Era With the Addicting "Sweat You Out My System"
January 12, 2023
"Writing 'Sweat You Out My System' felt like it opened so many doors in my brain to other types of music."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
DLG. Kicks Things Up a Notch With First "DROWN IN YOU" and "CLOSE ONE!" Double Release
March 2, 2023
It’s palpable how much fun the artist had during these songs' inception.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Sir Chloe's "Seventeen" Is a Caustic Alternative Explosion
January 22, 2024
Sir Chloe continues to build on the momentum of their debut album, 'I Am The Dog,' released earlier last year.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Jean Dawson Pens a Love Letter to Every First-Generation Wanderer With 'Boohoo'
March 7, 2024
'Boohoo' is palpable proof that Dawson is only getting better with time
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Nya Spreads Her Wings in Brooding Single "Beauty Comes From Pain"
October 22, 2024
"Beauty Comes From Pain" is a song wholly true its namesake.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Stow Away With Mae Martin, Plus Music Versus Comedy, Gouache Painting, and the Simpsons [Q&A]
February 25, 2025
A talented writer, comedian, actor, and now touring musician, Mae Martin gives us the scoop on their upcoming tour and the new music fueling their newest version of creative excellence.
Author:
DJ Connor