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On 'George,' Jake Minch Recoils, Self-Loathes, Falters, and Learns to Love Through His Growing Pains [Q&A]
July 17, 2025
In this in-depth discussion on Minch's album, we learn about middle-of-the-country syndrome, a Kurt Vile obsession, and sleeping with the door open.
Olivia Dean Embraces Change in “Lady Lady”
July 17, 2025
“Lady Lady,” the second single from Olivia Dean’s upcoming and highly anticipated sophomore album, The Art of Loving, is a graceful ode to feminine strength.
Where’s Jai Deliver a Coming of Age Soundtrack With their Debut Album ‘Fresh Out Of Air’.
July 16, 2025
In a world increasingly oversaturated with calculated algorithms and pre-packaged pop, New Zealand’s Where’s Jai come crashing through with something genuinely refreshing: Fresh Out Of Air.
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From Opera to the Core of Classic Rock, The Sophs Embody the Next Great Band [Q&A]
July 16, 2025
Ever so curious about such a uniquely committed and complementary group, so early in their careers, we snuck the group into our nice executive conference room for a proper deep dive.
Sun Room is Focused on “Raw, Loud, Rock ‘n Roll” in Latest EP Ritual of Chaos
July 15, 2025
Ritual of Chaos is made for late nights and noise complaints.
Chloe Star's EP Apt. 1101 Is A Battlecry of Alt-Pop Bravado
July 15, 2025
Apt. 1101 is a well-rounded sophomore EP, short and sweet – with enough range of what Star excels at, transcending genre norms by challenging what we expect a modern rocker to sound like and making it so much better.
Joey Valence & Brae Announce Third Album, HYPERYOUTH, With Electric Double Single
July 15, 2025
A well anticipated follow up to the critically acclaimed PUNK TACTICS and NO HANDS, JVB continues to shine in their maximalist reinterpretation of classic emcee / rapper duo with a refreshing, vibrant style.
Barry Can’t Swim’s Sophomore Album 'Loner' Brings Listeners on a Danceable and Deeply Introspective Sonic Journey
July 15, 2025
The album features twelve tracks coated in rock, gospel, orchestral, and spoken-word influences, creating an authentic and personal project that brings listeners on the rollercoaster ride that is the last year of Mainnie’s life.
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Embracing The Wrong Side of 25 with Grace Davies [Q&A]
July 14, 2025
We sat down with this fiery singer for a deep dive on the album, good curry in London, and the beautiful aftermath of a mid-20s crisis.
Wet Leg Follows a Feeling to a Landmark Sophomore Album in 'moisturizer'
July 14, 2025
Rage, love, and destruction co-exist in the English act's long-awaited follow-up album.
renforshort Is at Her Most Vulnerable and Heartfelt in “i miss myself”
June 23, 2022
"’i miss myself’ is about feeling like you need to be all these other people, until eventually you don’t know who you are anymore."
Melt Mars Unveils the Hazy, Lovelorn "Tainted Hearts"
July 19, 2022
“Tainted Hearts” gives warmth to the coldness of a love lost.
Fred Again.. Throws Yet Another Transcendent Party With "Bleu (better with time)"
September 26, 2022
"Bleu (better with time)" feels like a warm wave of hope is washing over you.
Aidan Bissett's "Out Of My League" Is Your Coming of Age Soundtrack
April 19, 2023
Bissett is truly One To Watch, and you can catch him on the Ones To Watch-presented Valley tour.
REI AMI Returns to Slay in Delightfully Dark Single "Body Bag"
September 29, 2023
Her first single in two years, REI AMI is back and with a vengeance
ivri Traverses Otherworldly Sounds and Feelings in 'the star factory'
October 24, 2023
'the star factory' is an emotional reckoning
RIIZE Make Their Comeback With Funk-Infused "Talk Saxy"
October 27, 2023
RIIZE is back with another infectious earworm of a single.
Loveless Release Anthemic New Single "I Love It When It Rains" | THE NOISE
April 19, 2024
Loveless has returned with a deeply personal and uplifting new track, "I Love It When It Rains."
'Happy Endings With An Asterisk' Is a Brilliant Showcasing of AUGUST 08′s Versatility
August 12, 2019
Though classified as a contemporary R&B artist, AUGUST 08 continues to blur the lines of what it means to be a "traditional" singer in the genre.
Cailin Russo Is Letting a Toxic Relationship "Fade" Away
November 18, 2019
Russo's latest single feels like a tight hug from a close friend after a long day.