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MOODindigo is a Lo-Fi "Leaf Man (A Bird in NY)"
July 7, 2020
We're proud to debut and premiere the self-produced, Norwegian native artist MOODindigo.
Transcending TikTok: Stephen Sanchez's "Lady By The Sea" Lives Up to the Hype
July 7, 2020
The seventeen-year-old is here today with his highly anticipated song, "Lady by the Sea."
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Sam Valdez Can't Shake Her "Toothache" in New Vintage Visuals [Premiere]
July 6, 2020
The echoing shoegaze, Americana track highlights Valdez's staple sound, while delivering a fresh and haunting atmosphere, acting as a glowing backdrop for her storytelling lyrics.
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Sally Boy's Debut Single Was a Lifetime in the Making [Q&A]
July 6, 2020
Philadelphia-born artist, Sally Boy, released his self-titled debut single on Wednesday, June 30. After playing The self-titled single, "Sally Boy," proves to be the young writer's true introduction, unadulterated and honest.
$NOT's "Can You Help Me" Is a Visceral Response to Ongoing Police Brutality
July 6, 2020
The woozy hip-hop meditation is one that posits that the ongoing revolution is one beyond political affiliation; it is the very real fight for human life.
Leo Bhanji Makes a Powerful Statement With Debut EP 'No Guard'
July 6, 2020
Released via Dirty Hit, <i>No Guard</i> is just that: a commitment to letting his guard down.
Amy Allen's "Queen of Silver Linings" is a Striking Solo Debut
July 3, 2020
Relying on only a guitar and her piercing voice, Allen sings honestly about a fraught relationship with the "king of good intentions" that she always ends up justifying.
Ayoni, Tim Atlas, Max Leone, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
July 3, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist on Ones To Watch.
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Zanski Dives Into His Own Mind In 'Upon Frigid Water' EP [Premiere]
July 3, 2020
Toronto based vocalist and producer, Zanski, returns this summer with his contemplative new EP.
McClenney Connects With Baby Rose For the Introspective "Karma Plays"
July 2, 2020
McClenney is a maverick for the way he's been able to craft his own alternative R&B sound by combining elements of jazz, funk, pop, and soul in new ways.
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Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Bane's World? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
March 6, 2019
Welcome to Bane's World, a place of dreamy musings and bedroom pop.
Charlotte Lawrence Explores the Pain of Falling in Love With Your Best Friend in "Boys Like You"
June 29, 2023
"We’ve all been there. It hurts, but it doesn’t have to pull you under. I’m dancing through the ache, and I hope you can dance with me.”
Asha Imuno Takes Us Through His Debut Album 'Pins & Needles' Track By Track
March 6, 2024
'Pins & Needles' is a journey of past and future selves; it's a story of growth and rebirth told through hypnotic R&B.
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Alternative Rocker Samia Is The Voice Of Her Generation [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
March 12, 2019
The singer-songwriter has taken it upon herself to share what she knows to be true for not only herself, but so many others.
Emei Finds "Better People to Leave on Read" on Cutthroat New Single
January 26, 2022
Some people simply aren't worthy of a reply.
april27 Follows Up His Breakout Hit With the Otherworldly “into a g**”
March 4, 2024
april27 is a mad genius.
Zaia Has an Ominous and Funk-Fueled Vision For Atlanta Rap
April 7, 2020
Zaia is conveying complex ideas in infectious refrains and melodies.
Cavetown Just Covered Frank Ocean, and We Are Eternally Stuck in Our Feels
March 1, 2019
"I'll be the boyfriend in your wet dreams tonight."
The Albums That Got Us Through School | Staff Picks
September 18, 2019
What album served as your guiding light through those tumultuous school years?
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Mons Vi's "Come On Violet" Is a Heartbreaking Portrait of Addiction [PREMIERE]
July 18, 2019
If there's one thing we know to be true about Brooklyn-based artist Mons Vi, it's that he works in words the way other artists work in watercolor or clay.