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Joel Blackmon is Earnest and Honest on "Morning"
June 24, 2020
Blackmon's vibrant harmonies and near-tears romantic lyricism will make him an instant favorite for those needing musical accompaniment to their summer love quests.
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guccihighwaters' "rope" is an Emotional Goodbye to Creativity [Premiere + Q&A]
June 24, 2020
"rope" is en emotional three-minute track that's spun as a heartfelt goodbye to a long-lost friend. Listen to "rope" and read our full Q&A.
Peach Tree Rascals - DEER
June 24, 2020
This song is the perfect blend of vibey bass lines, fun guitar riffs, and strong beats seamlessly packaged in PTR's signature production style.
Continue To Celebrate Black Music with Top That Track & Lila Ike
June 23, 2020
Join Lila Ike on Top That Track this week as they continue their "Celebrate Black Music" series.
St. Panther Mourns With A Tinge of Savory-Sweet Hope on "These Days"
June 23, 2020
A jazz-infused, down-tempo ballad inspired by the sudden passing of a friend, she muses on moving forward in life from loss in a raspy, mesmerizing tone strikingly unique to her.
Hojean Gets Personal on "Hookup Culture"
June 22, 2020
Hojean can't do no "Hookup Culture"
Keedron Bryant's "I Just Wanna Live" Highlights the Heartbreaking Reality of Black Children
June 22, 2020
12-year-old Bryant captures a centuries-long burden of survival in heart-rending song.
rum.gold's "Fix Me" Showcases His Distinctly Beautiful Voice
June 19, 2020
rum.gold's distinctly beautiful voice has the stopping power of a shotgun.
Ellen Krauss Transports Us to a Luxurious Place on "Bali"
June 19, 2020
Listening to "Bali" by Ellen Krauss will inevitably take you to a warm and luxurious place.
Ric Wilson, Noname, Ashe, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching
June 19, 2020
The best new music playlist on Ones To Watch.
Issue 05: The Class of 2024
January 25, 2024
Our first issue of 2024 welcomes our class of 2024, DJ Mandy, jigitz, and more.
Tessa Violet and the Heartfelt Anti-Pop of 'Bad Ideas'
October 28, 2019
Violet's 'Bad Ideas' is anything but.
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No Spoon, No Fork, Just "Spork": New Aesthetic - "Spork" [Music Video Premiere] | THE NOISE
June 18, 2024
Rambunctious pop-punkers New Aesthetic might not be a household name just yet, but the emerging outfit is here to prove they are more than just the new kids on the block.
BRELAND's "Natural" Is an Ode to Shania Twain and Country's Leading Women
June 22, 2022
Ahead of his debut album, BRELAND delivers a country anthem made for the summer.
Pop Prodigy Tate McRae Shares Her Coming-of-Age Story in 'all the things i never said'
January 28, 2020
The trials and tribulations of coming-of-age have never sounded this good.
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Marisa Maino Delivers a Stirring Rendition of "growing up can go to hell" Live From Burger King [Premiere]
October 22, 2021
At Burger King with my burger queen ðŸ''
French Superstar JAIN's Album 'The Fool' Dares to Be Itself
April 25, 2023
Jain continues her wondrous, emotive kaleidoscope approach to story telling on her third album, 'The Fool.'
Bakar Muses on Nepotism and the Black British Experience on "The Mission"
August 23, 2021
Bakar explores what it means to be a "futuristic immigrant" in a world that still scrutinizes people of color.
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Alt-Rocker Briston Maroney Loses Control In "Small Talk" Video [PREMIERE]
May 17, 2019
What's most noteworthy about "Small Talk" is its overall message: be honest and no one gets hurt.
emawk Sings of Self-Care and Hope in "tea"
December 12, 2019
emawk's soulful voice is as soothing as a cup of tea on a cold day.