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Griff's 'One Foot in Front of the Other' Is an Emotional and Sonic Triumph
June 21, 2021
This feels like not just an introduction to Griff but a testament to the mainstream appeal of the rapidly rising UK star.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Serena Isioma's "HUH?" Is an Unapologetic Celebration of Identity
June 21, 2021
"HUH?" is a perfectly-timed celebration from an artist who is never afraid to reinvent themselves.
Author:
Carter Fife
Johan Lenox's 'chamber johan' Turns His Hits Into Striking Symphonies
June 21, 2021
<i>chamber johan</i> almost feels like a victory lap, one where the horns are replaced by lush string orchestration.
Author:
Carter Fife
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
Chase Atlantic Pens an Intergalactic Love Story in "LOVE IS (NOT) EASY" Video
June 13, 2019
The video arrives the day before the Australian trio's highly-anticipated Ones To Watch and The Noise - presented 'PHASES' tour.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Who Is Tate McRae?
January 30, 2020
16-year-old Tate McRae is poised to be pop's next big thing.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Ambar Lucid Has a "Story To Tell" in New Single
February 11, 2020
Lucid is shaping up to be the next face of Latinx pop.
Author:
Emily Smith
Sophia Alexa's New Single Is a "Hit and Run" Straight to the Feelings [Q&A]
February 9, 2022
Only two songs into her career and Sophia has all the hallmarks of a seasoned pop veteran.
Author:
DJ Connor
Q Takes Us on a Psychedelic Ride Through His Very Being in 'Soul, PRESENT'
May 8, 2023
“Life was lived honestly to make this project happen. A lot of lonely times. I loved it, I disliked it."
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Jarryd James Makes a Bold Comeback With "Slow Motion"
January 30, 2019
"The world is a noisy place these days. The one thing I love about music is you can shut everything out to it, feel confident, and be at ease."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
flor Pulls off an Exhilarating Balancing Act in 'ley lines' Album
September 6, 2019
Be sure to catch flor performing their new album and plenty of fan favorites on their Ones To Watch - presented tour this fall!
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Arlo Parks Explores the Human Condition in 'Sophie'
December 2, 2019
Parks' latest collection is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
Author:
Bianca Brown
Talia Jackson Channels a Toxic Relationship Into Pop Bliss With "You"
May 24, 2021
The <i>Family Reunion</i> star delivers an earworm of single that is both relatable and reflective.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sayak Das Delivers a Jaw-Dropping Debut With "DID U RLY?"
June 24, 2022
The promise of Sayak Das is undeniable.
Author:
DJ Connor