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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”
November 18, 2024
“Big Picture” sounds like a diary entry—cathartic and incredibly honest.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
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
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”
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
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
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
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]
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"
November 15, 2024
Camille’s smart songwriting is full of personality, balancing humor with an underlying weight of hard truth.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Ethel Cain's 'Perverts' Is a Challenging Portrait of a Haunted Artist
January 13, 2025
'Perverts' is heartbreaking, raw, and unapologetic.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Sienna Spiro Explores Duality in Impressive Debut EP 'SINK NOW, SWIM LATER'
February 26, 2025
SINK NOW, SWIM LATER arrives as Spiro continues her steady rise to music stardom
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rahli Pays Tribute to His Loved Ones in "Ooh Child"
December 11, 2019
Hip-hop newcomer Rahli is taking on a much smoother and raw persona.
Author:
Precious Kato
Dirtsa Offers Global Perspective on "Sic Parvis Magna"
February 5, 2021
Dirtsa is continually evolving and her new single "Sic Parvis Magna" is her best yet.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Petticoat's 'Hedon' Is a Vulnerable Piece of Pop-Futurism
May 7, 2021
<i>Hedon</i> is Petticoat's bold self-introduction to the modern pop sphere.
Author:
Carter Fife
Roe Kapara Makes Label Debut With Sunny Single "Better Off" | The Noise
February 3, 2023
Los Angeles-based musician Roe Kapara celebrates his signing to Epitaph Records with the release of his brand new single "Better Off." The artist's label debut is full of dynamic summery sonics and serves as an ode to a toxic, codependent relationship with razor-sharp lyricism.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Alexx Bean Says He's "Right Where You Left Me" On Explosive New Single
May 19, 2023
Rising pop-punk rocker Alexx Bean continues to pave the way for himself on his latest high-energy single, "Right Where You Left Me."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ūla Becomes the Star of the Show in "god complex"
July 19, 2023
Inspired by My Chemical Romance and late '90s punk grunge, Ūla's latest outing is anthemic in nature.
Author:
DJ Connor
Tessa Violet and Frances Forever "Play With Fire" in Sultry New Single
August 16, 2023
The new rendition of the standout single sees Frances Forever adding their indie pop flair.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cassadee Pope’s Homecoming: Rediscovering Her Roots And All Things ‘Hereditary’ (Q&A) | THE NOISE
July 18, 2024
With three long years since her last full-length release, Cassadee Pope has returned to the genre where she laid her Hey Monday roots with her new passionate pop-punk-inspired project, 'Hereditary.'
Author:
Moe Horta