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From Linkin Park to 'the beautiful struggle,' Welcome to the Life of Naaz [Q&A]
November 11, 2019
"I've always just made whatever gave me butterflies. That's really all I'm chasing in life, feeling those butterflies..."
Author:
Bianca Brown
Two Feet's "BBY" Is a Heart-Pounding Sonic Journey
November 11, 2019
Two Feet's new single has us ready to tackle whatever comes our way.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Ambré Stands at a Crossroads of Past, Present, and Future R&B in 'Pulp'
November 11, 2019
The Grammy award-winning artist's take on R&B is nothing if not refreshing.
Author:
Bianca Brown
SHY Martin Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve in "Make Us Never Happen"
November 11, 2019
The budding pop star who has written Kygo, Ellie Goulding, and The Chainsmokers is ready for the spotlight.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Emotional Oranges' "The Juice, Vol. II" is a Peel-Worthy Continuation of Stylistic Growth
November 8, 2019
Emotional Oranges are back and serving up fresh-squeezed feelings. Listen to "The Juice, Vol. II" now.
Author:
Emily Bird
bbno$, Doja Cat, SHY Martin, and More Artists You Should Listen to Now | #NowWatching Playlist
November 8, 2019
This is what we have been streaming on repeat.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Caro's 'songs from 3am' Is a Diverse and Relatable Pop Debut
November 8, 2019
Tackling themes of jealousy, one-sided relationships, and toxic relationships, Caro's debut is heartbreaking and heartwarming.
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Death Stranding Brings Praise, Disappointment, and an Impressive Musical Score
November 8, 2019
Is Death Stranding the best-scored walking simulator of the decade?
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Greyson Chance Tackles Pop's Cowboy Obsession in "Boots"
November 8, 2019
Chance asks himself what would Johnny Cash do?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Tim Atlas' 'Together Lonely' Is an Introvert's Dream R&B Record [Q&A]
November 8, 2019
"I hope this record does what music is supposed to do: bring people together."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Noah Floersch's “Thompson's Station” Is the Soundtrack to Your Wanderlust
May 26, 2023
“Thompson's Station” is a vibrant indicator for the decadent album to come from the steadily rising folk artist.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Minimalistic-Pop Duo Drinker Urges Us to Go on a "Holiday" [PREMIERE + Q&A]
February 27, 2019
"It's a song about the early steps of that transition. I think I was somewhere between denial and acceptance at the time this one came through."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Crowded Green Rooms, Hotel Rooms and Cars: How Julia Jacklin Made Space For 'Crushing' [Q&A]
March 13, 2019
Jacklin's sophomore album focuses on love wearing thin, love ultimately lost, and an aftermath that embraces scorn and longing in equal parts.
Author:
Becca Millstein
Winston Surfshirt's "Make a Move" Will Have You Struggling to Stay Dressed
June 17, 2019
With a sound that draws influence from funk, surf rock, West Coast hip-hop, soul, and disco, it's no wonder that Elton John has dubbed these genre-benders as "his favorite band of the moment."
Author:
Brady Moses
Thomas Headon's "Focus" Is an Infectiously Breezy Love Note
July 24, 2020
With "Focus," the rising indie pop star saunters into newfound territory, jumping between laissez-faire hip-hop delivery and bedroom pop escapism.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Who Is Stephanie Poetri?
January 13, 2022
Stephanie walks us through her new single, long-distance relationships, and signing to 88rising.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Araya and DJ_Dave Heal Romantic Tensions on Live Coded "Kiss on the Train" Visual
March 2, 2022
"Kiss on the Train" is a fusion of raw, sincere indie pop and electronic music's fabled past and limitless future.
Author:
Carter Fife
Emei Is Perfectly Okay With Never Being “That Girl”
July 18, 2022
Emei accepts herself, flaws and all, in a pop-punk tour de force.
Author:
Chloe Liz
Saya Gray's "LIE DOWN..." Is a Reserved, Spellbinding Gem
January 21, 2025
Gray is anything but complacent and strives to put the most honest version of herself and her work out into the universe.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
Ones To Watch Presents: Cautious Clay - 'Context Tour' [ANNOUNCEMENT]
June 18, 2019
Tickets for the Cautious Clay - 'Context Tour' will be available Friday, June 21 at 10:00 AM local time!
Author:
Maxamillion Polo