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Kwame Adu and Zay Celebrate Juneteenth With KWAMZAY EP 'Motherland!'
June 21, 2021
Evoking comparisons to the likes of Ohbliv, Madlib, and The Alchemist, KWAMZAY is heady hip-hop at its finest.
Author:
Carter Fife
With 'Stains,' De'Wayne Aims to Become a Generation-less and Genre-less Star [Q&A]
June 18, 2021
"Every song on this record is urgent because it has to be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Eloise's 'Somewhere In-Between' Is a Sublime R&B Escape
June 18, 2021
"It's all about growing pains, growing up, and how love changes form and meaning."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
19 LGBTQIA+ Artists You Need to Listen to This PRIDE
June 17, 2021
These artists deserve a spot on your PRIDE playlist and every playlist for that matter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Nana's "Save Yourself Sessions" Are Inspirational Moments of Fine-Tuned Storytelling [Q&A]
June 17, 2021
"Poetry is poetry, but rap is another level. That's why I chose that form of therapy."
Author:
Carter Fife
Danny Singh Proves Himself King of the New Wave With 'Ozone Park' Mini Movie [Premiere]
June 17, 2021
<i>Ozone Park</i> is equal parts multimedia experimentation and love letter to home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
'The Life Of Pi'erre 5' Proves Pi'erre Bourne Saved the Best Beats For Himself
June 17, 2021
Hip-hop's cultural landscape would look entirely different without Bourne.
Author:
Carter Fife
Ryan Wright Delivers on the Unapologetic, Cute, and Upfront "Happy Birthday"
June 17, 2021
Wright is no stranger to upfront lyrics, unapologetic callouts, and lighthearted F yous.
Author:
Joe Beer
Hotel Decor's Debut EP Is an Ambitious Stylistic Balancing Act That Pays Off
June 17, 2021
<i>Could It Take Me Any Longer</i> is an incredible showcase of Hotel Decor's raw artistic talent.
Author:
Carter Fife
Hannah Jadagu on the Black Artists That Inspire Her
June 16, 2021
From SZA to Yves Tumor, Jadagu's influences are as diverse as her nuanced sound.
Author:
DJ Connor
Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]
April 4, 2019
In her debut album, Yanya waxes poetic about the reality that is unfurling before our very eyes.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Great Good Fine Ok Chooses Love over Fear In "Terrified" with Pell [PREMIERE]
April 18, 2019
Upon the first listen of "Terrified," it's obvious that GGFO is heavily influenced by contrasting elements of synth-pop, funk, and hip-hop.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Baby Rose Bares Her Soul in the Dreamlike 'To Myself'
September 25, 2020
In revisiting her debut album, Baby Rose once again demonstrates her undeniable gift for R&B.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
BIM Speaks on the Black Voices Who Changed Music For Her
June 24, 2021
BIM charts out a legacy of impressive black talent that shaped today's music landscape.
Author:
DJ Connor
Malik Moses Drops Soulful Debut Single With the Bas-Assisted "Show Me Something"
November 4, 2021
If you're a fan of artists like Smino, Buddy, Monte Booker, or JID, then Moses is the perfect new artist for you.
Author:
Carter Fife
THE BLSSM Crafts Their Own Vision For Pop With 'Pure Energy'
April 29, 2022
"This is what pop music sounds like to me. This is what I wanted to make."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Krooked Kings Invite Us Into Their Coming of Age Story in 'All Out of Good Days'
May 11, 2023
'All Out of Good Days' is an ingenuous, emotionally deep, and thought-provoking album.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
SNOW WIFE Latest Earworm Is a "Wet Dream" Come True
March 18, 2024
If there's one area SNOW WIFE excels in, it's creating an infectious track made to be played on repeat.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
flowerovlove Conjures a Love Spell in "Breaking News"
July 22, 2024
“I wanted to feel something lovey-dovey, so I wanted to manifest feelings through a song.”
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Super Duper Unleashes Explosive "Canons" [PREMIERE]
January 29, 2019
Although Nashville isn't exactly known for electronic music, Super Duper is ready to change that notion.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul