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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.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
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
LEISURE Paves a Yellow Brick Road to Success with a 'TWISTER' of Psychedelic R&B [Q&A]
July 30, 2019
"As devout fans of music, we know that it's often more special to find something for yourself, on your own time. There's no rush; we're not going anywhere."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Greyson Chance Tackles Pop's Cowboy Obsession in "Boots"
November 8, 2019
Chance asks himself what would Johnny Cash do?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
THE Peach Tree Rascals Interview
April 9, 2020
We spent the day painting in the backyard with anti-pop's most promising new collective.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Alextbh Navigates Life "Between" Conservative Politics and His Queer Identity [Premiere]
May 14, 2020
"Queer bodies are human bodies and there's nothing wrong with trying to frame that intimate moment and showcase it."
Author:
Emily Smith
Spencer Sutherland Lives For "The Drama"... and A Good Cup of Coffee [Q&A]
October 29, 2024
Read on to hear his quests to write the next "Sugar" by Maroon 5, embody Elvis' stage presence, and find zen outside of music-making.
Author:
DJ Connor
Luna Luna Takes a Dance-Pop Approach to their Latin Roots in "Una Vez Más"
November 12, 2024
“Una Vez Más” combines Luna Luna’s familiar synth sound with the traditional drum and guacharaca sounds found in many cumbia songs.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Crown Lands - "Waterfall" [Live + Interview] | Northside Sessions
February 26, 2019
Crown Lands is a classic rock - minded duo that creates anthems that flow as effortlessly as their hair.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Could Gabrielle Aplin's "Nothing Really Matters" Be Her Most Significant Song to Date?
March 27, 2019
"'Nothing Really Matters' is about the battle between the excitement of wanting to open up, and the fear of opening up... It's about focusing on what's really important to you."
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Jordan Rakei Urges Future Generations to "Say Something" Against Corruption
April 24, 2019
With an effortlessly smooth sound, Rakei is exploring the idea of technological growth and how it may affect humanity.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Scarypoolparty's "Tonight" Is an Instant Classic
June 28, 2019
Co-produced by himself and his mentor Twin Shadow, who himself is a force to behold, the track opens in idyllic yet slightly ominous fashion.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo