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Indie Delight Daffo Delivers a Despondent Holiday Tune with “Winter Hat”

Indie Delight Daffo Delivers a Despondent Holiday Tune with “Winter Hat”

November 19, 2024 To counter the jolly season approaching, Daffo sings of the inevitable feeling of sadness that not even a cozy winter hat can protect you from.
Author: Gia Acosta
Oliver Keane Taps into Classic Indie Rock Stardom  in EP "Motion Sickness"

Oliver Keane Taps into Classic Indie Rock Stardom in EP "Motion Sickness"

November 18, 2024 Fun, rangy, but still dialed in with hum-along pop goodness, "Motion Sickness" is filled with a savvy cadence.
Author: DJ Connor
EP
Claire Brooks Declares, "I Will Outlive You," And We Believe Her [Track-by-track]

Claire Brooks Declares, "I Will Outlive You," And We Believe Her [Track-by-track]

November 18, 2024 Defying genre to create a beat-forward blend of indie pop influences, Claire Brooks intertwines humor with intimate observation.
Author: Abby Kenna
Grace Gardner and buffchick Have a Confession to Make in “Big Picture”

Grace Gardner and buffchick Have a Confession to Make in “Big Picture”

November 18, 2024 “Big Picture” sounds like a diary entry—cathartic and incredibly honest.
Author: Chancey Stefanos
pop
Natalie Jane Reveals Her Stomachache Cure & Love for Drama [Q&A]

Natalie Jane Reveals Her Stomachache Cure & Love for Drama [Q&A]

November 17, 2024 Looking to learn more about the dark pop artist captivating us all? Read on to get the scoop.
Author: DJ Connor
pop
Daydreamers’ Debut EP Catapults Listeners into a World of Purifying Fantasy

Daydreamers’ Debut EP Catapults Listeners into a World of Purifying Fantasy

November 16, 2024 The band leans into a complex theme of escaping into their daydreams while also reveling in their sometimes aching feelings.
Author: Caroline McKenzie
Rose Gray Debuts a Mind-Bending Number With Her New Single, “Wet & Wild”

Rose Gray Debuts a Mind-Bending Number With Her New Single, “Wet & Wild”

November 16, 2024 Inspired by a buzzing night across NYC’s lively Soho streets, “Wet & Wild” oozes the kind of mind-bending acid house sounds that invigorate the body into motion.
Author: René Cobar
pop
Carter Vail Gives His Ex Their Just Desserts On Latest Single, "Baked Alaska"

Carter Vail Gives His Ex Their Just Desserts On Latest Single, "Baked Alaska"

November 16, 2024 “Baked Alaska,” further cements his reputation as an innovative and whimsical talent to watch in the pop world.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
IDER Demands Bodily Autonomy in Indie Pop Anthem "Know How It Hurts"

IDER Demands Bodily Autonomy in Indie Pop Anthem "Know How It Hurts"

November 16, 2024 The duo’s earnest voices accompanied by a driving beat turns a doomsday anthem into an anthem of hope and change.
Author: Rebeccah Blau
pop
Alaska Reid and Dylan Fraser Join Forces to Debut Duo, Witch Post

Alaska Reid and Dylan Fraser Join Forces to Debut Duo, Witch Post

November 15, 2024 “Chill Out” embodies the best of alt rock, with gritty guitar and raw vocals from both parties that achieves the perfect balance of soft and hard.
Author: Giselle Libby
Wallice Reveals Debut Album, "The Jester," Plus Passionfruit Martinis and Limited Edition Merch Mugs [Q&A]

Wallice Reveals Debut Album, "The Jester," Plus Passionfruit Martinis and Limited Edition Merch Mugs [Q&A]

November 15, 2024 While Wallice’s sound has always been earnest, crafty & self aware, this work is at its best, ensuring "The Jester" in our must-listen albums of the year.
Author: DJ Connor
Camille Schmidt Pairs Personal Growth with Blunt Self-Awareness on "XOXO"

Camille Schmidt Pairs Personal Growth with Blunt Self-Awareness on "XOXO"

November 15, 2024 Camille’s smart songwriting is full of personality, balancing humor with an underlying weight of hard truth.
Author: Giselle Libby
Jacqui's "Mmm!" Captures Both Ends of her Self-Described "Two-faced" Sound

Jacqui's "Mmm!" Captures Both Ends of her Self-Described "Two-faced" Sound

November 15, 2024 Convulsing between banter, rap and sweet singing, Jacqui creates a funky, post-academic dreamscape of pop.
Author: DJ Connor
pop
rap
Rachel Prancer is Going Anywhere But "backwards" on Captivating New Single

Rachel Prancer is Going Anywhere But "backwards" on Captivating New Single

November 15, 2024 Prancer has a way with words and a vulnerability that allows listeners to feel a little less alone as they navigate all the complexities life throws at them.
Author: Rebeccah Blau
pop
Zoe Ko Laughs In The Face Of Misogyny On New Single "Lucky"

Zoe Ko Laughs In The Face Of Misogyny On New Single "Lucky"

November 14, 2024 The native New Yorker continues to highlight the female experience on her latest alt-rock-tinged single and explores themes of authenticity and empowerment.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
State Champs by State Champs: An Interview with State Champs [Q&A] | THE NOISE

State Champs by State Champs: An Interview with State Champs [Q&A] | THE NOISE

November 14, 2024 In celebration of their personifying 12-track release, The Noise caught up with the self-proclaimed “kings of the new age” during their headlining run with Knuckle Puck, Meet Me @ The Altar, and Daisy Grenade.
Author: Moe Horta
Brenn! Unleashes His Folk-Pop Sincerity in "Days on End"

Brenn! Unleashes His Folk-Pop Sincerity in "Days on End"

November 14, 2024 At only 20 years old, one can only imagine what the future has in store for this rising folk-pop star.
Author: Rebeccah Blau
pop
Step Into BLK ODYSSY's Cinematic "1-800-Fantasy" and His Venture into Alt Rock [Q&A]

Step Into BLK ODYSSY's Cinematic "1-800-Fantasy" and His Venture into Alt Rock [Q&A]

November 14, 2024 We caught up with BLK ODYSSY to chat about changing pace, getting detention and creating a sonic environment that can't be compared.
Author: Daniela Waizel Rule
MadStarBase's "Mollywood" Brings the Bass to Bollywood

MadStarBase's "Mollywood" Brings the Bass to Bollywood

November 14, 2024 Wanting to know more about the DJ duo, as well as the scene in India generally, and what to drink when pulling up with them, we reached out to get the latest.
Author: DJ Connor
DJ
Get To Know J-Milla in 10 Questions of Less

Get To Know J-Milla in 10 Questions of Less

November 14, 2024 J-MILLA is an emerging rapper from Darwin, Australia, whose music is deeply rooted in his Indigenous heritage as a proud member of the Marranungu people, the traditional landowners of Litchfield National Park in the Northern Territory.
Remy Bond Stuns with a Stirring Snapshot of America in “Red White and Blue”

Remy Bond Stuns with a Stirring Snapshot of America in “Red White and Blue”

November 13, 2024 “Red White and Blue” is a diamond in the rough that glimmers with Remy Bond’s unabashed and authentic disposition.
Author: Grace Holtzclaw
“last night’s mascara” Is Griff’s Moment of Reckoning

“last night’s mascara” Is Griff’s Moment of Reckoning

November 13, 2024 Griff paints an innately human picture with the song's haunting and provocative sound.
Author: Caroline McKenzie
pop
Melike Şahin's "AKKOR" Is An Empowering Continuation of Traditional Turkish Pop

Melike Şahin's "AKKOR" Is An Empowering Continuation of Traditional Turkish Pop

November 12, 2024 Elegantly transcending language barriers, the album is meant for international enjoyers.
Author: DJ Connor
Luna Luna Takes a Dance-Pop Approach to their Latin Roots in "Una Vez Más"

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
pop
The Vices Bask in Candidness in Latest Single “Before It Might Be Gone”

The Vices Bask in Candidness in Latest Single “Before It Might Be Gone”

November 12, 2024 The single allows the band totality in emotion: the most freeing feeling to grant oneself.
Author: Adam Delahoussaye