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Emei Finds "Better People to Leave on Read" on Cutthroat New Single
January 26, 2022
Some people simply aren't worthy of a reply.
Author:
DJ Connor
Nilüfer Yanya Revolves Around Pain and Vulnerability on "Midnight Sun"
January 26, 2022
"Midnight Sun" is at once dark and shimmering, shifting effortlessly between tensions and release.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
Chelsea Collins Bids a Sweet Farewell to a Toxic Ex on "Wish U Hell"
January 26, 2022
"'Wish U Hell' evokes the nostalgic feeling of being nine years old, jumping on my bed, pretending I'm a rockstar."
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
DBMK Takes a Glass Half Full Look at the Apocalypse on "Chains"
January 26, 2022
DBMK wants us to take life seriously. But not too seriously.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
Two Feet's Best Music Still Lies Beyond the Horizon
January 25, 2022
Two Feet is not content to simply be a legacy artist who shaped a genre.
Author:
DJ Connor
Meet Mo Etc., the Soulful Artist Bringing Her Sound to Wellington [Q&A]
January 25, 2022
Mo Etc. represents a character heavily defined by a DIY ethos and expressions of curiosity.
Author:
Jessica Magtalas
Thomas Headon Navigates the Pitfalls of Infatuation on "How Do I Know?"
January 25, 2022
Headon propels us through his own helpless coming-of-age love story.
Author:
Kelly Park
Holly Humberstone Attempts to Find a Place to Call Home on "London Is Lonely"
January 25, 2022
"I kind of lost myself in the city. I didn't exactly know who I was anymore."
Author:
Kelly Park
dhruv's 'rapunzel' Is a Smoldering Coming-of-Age Story
January 24, 2022
"I'm not good at talking about myself, but music gives me agency."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Conan Gray's "Jigsaw" Is an Honest and Heartbreaking Diary Entry
January 24, 2022
"By the end of it all it I ended up looking in the mirror and barely recognizing my rearranged and twisted reflection."
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
MICHELLE Falls Into a Surreal Post-Breakup Spiral in "Cathy"
September 3, 2024
"'Cathy' is a soft indie song about being alone after a breakup and leaning into all the thoughts and patterns you know you shouldn't."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Zinoleesky Spices it Up With Debut Album 'Gen Z' [Q&A]
April 29, 2025
With his sophomore album, ‘Gen Z’ Azeez Shina Oniyide aka Zino effortlessly mixes serums of divergent genres in a way that is truly impressive & immersive.
Author:
DJ Connor
Asha Maclean Stretches Into the Spotlight in "Yoga"
May 21, 2025
At its core, "Yoga" explores the emotional ebb and flow of a relationship.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
The Hellp Set Out on Their Own With "Caustic"
August 30, 2024
The Hellp are cult indie icons are for a reason.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
julie Lean Into the Noise in Debut Album 'my anti-aircraft friend'
October 10, 2024
julie deliver a stunning entry into the shoegaze and experimental rock scene, blending lush soundscapes with raw, emotional vulnerability.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rachel Chinouriri and sombr Reignite the Initial Spark of “All I Ever Asked”
February 12, 2025
A great song stands the test of time and can take many forms.
Author:
Giselle Libby
DE'WAYNE's Love Is A Part Of His DNA In New Single "Biological" | THE NOISE
March 20, 2025
The title reflects the song's exploration of love's instinctive nature, embodying humanity's duality and harnessing divine femininity through music full of soul, sex, sweat, and style.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Gilanares Explores Self-Destruction On Stimulating Single "F33D TH3 B3AST"
March 26, 2025
"I want this song to encourage people to explore their own 'beast," explains Gilanares
Author:
Ally Rincon
Boy Jr. Turns a Social Media Dig Into a Queer Anthem on "Zitty Stardust"
March 29, 2025
"Zitty Stardust" is the latest chapter in Boy Jr.'s evolution as an artist, further demonstrating why their identity will always be a cornerstone of the art they produce.
Author:
Grace Holtzclaw
Let Izora's 'Vertigo' EP Pull You Into A Blissfully Disorienting Spiral [Q&A]
June 4, 2025
The songwriter walks us through her Indian roots, storytelling instincts, and alt-pop production.
Author:
DJ Connor