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SWMRS' 'Berkeley's On Fire' Is the Punk Rallying Cry of a New Generation
February 15, 2019
SWMRS is the bleeding heart of a new generation with a message that will not be ignored.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
SG Lewis Sees the First Touches of 'Dawn' in the Euphoric "Blue"
February 15, 2019
"I'm trying to narrate the journey of a night out musically, trying to capture the highs and the lows in energy, and some of the euphoria experienced in those moments."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
ALMA Tackles Winter Depression with Vulnerable New Single, "Summer"
February 15, 2019
ALMA has the kind of voice that doesn't come around often.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
BETWEEN FRIENDS Treated Fans with Real "affection" This Valentine's Day [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
February 15, 2019
From their luscious melodies to doing all of their own styling, directing, editing, and photography, BETWEEN FRIENDS is set for stardom.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Ceramic Animal Dedicates Crowd Favorite,"All My Loving," To Father [PREMIERE]
February 15, 2019
Composed of equal parts Mac Demarco, Arctic Monkeys, The Doors, and modernized psychedelic rock elements.
Author:
Andra Nechita
Ashe Reflects on a Messy Divorce in the Magnificent "Moral Of The Story"
February 14, 2019
"You can think you're in love/ When you're really just in pain."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Simon On The Moon Makes Up For All Subpar Pop Music with Intelligent "Lied 2 U" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
"To me this is a straight up pop song about bumping into a past love."
Author:
Anna Scholfield
FARR Presents Their Most Intimate Single Yet, "Someway Somehow" [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
"...love and hope will always be there to see us through the darkest times."
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Your Ultimate Valentine's Day Baby-Making Playlist
February 14, 2019
Listen to 45 sultry jams curated for tonight's special activities.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
FRANKIE Is Calling Out a Particular Bad "Boy" This Valentine's Day [PREMIERE]
February 14, 2019
'Boy...' It's almost like teasing someone on the playground. I've never been so mean in a song. I feel bad... But also, wow was that cathartic!"
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
YUNGBLUD's 'the underrated youth' Is Larger Than an EP. It's a Movement
October 18, 2019
"It's become less and less about me and more about this whole collective of people coming together to fight for what we believe in."
Author:
Matthew Rudas
Soccer Mommy Presents a Raw Self-Portrait in "circle the drain"
January 14, 2020
Soccer Mommy's gift for nostalgic melancholy is undeniable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Wallice Explores Celebrity Culture and Fame in '90s American Superstar'
May 6, 2022
Wallice examines fame sardonically and satirically, with equal parts romantic anticipation and ironic apprehension.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Indigo Jack is Huron John Reimagined
November 8, 2023
"I really do think the best part of life right now is the complete uncertainty."
Author:
Carter Fife
SkyDxddy Spills Her Guts in Debut Album 'TRAUMACORE: RAW AND UNCUT'
May 16, 2025
The thirteen-track body of work is a profoundly personal, unapologetic exploration of trauma, healing, and self-empowerment.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rising Hip Hop Siren Bri Steves Shares Exclusive Photos from Tour with H.E.R. [TOUR DIARY]
January 29, 2019
Bri Steves has proven that if you put in the work, anything is possible.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
Sam Setton Embarks on a Emotional Reflection That "Hurts So Much" [PREMIERE]
February 13, 2019
This is a super emotional song for me, inspired by a tough breakup I went through.
Author:
Andra Nechita
James Droll's "Cut My Teeth" Is a Soulful & Cathartic Assessment on Love [PREMIERE + Q&A]
March 7, 2019
Droll's discernible ability to create dark pop songs with a comforting hint of optimism is evident in the grappling "Cut My Teeth."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Kat Cunning's Airy Vocals Soar in New Ethereal Single, "BIRDS" [PREMIERE]
March 29, 2019
"The song is about birds pecking at you-thoughts that keep you up at night... the arresting feeling that you can't and won't ever fit in."
Author:
Kelly Itatani