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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
Maude Latour Searches for Beauty in Loss in "Cyclone"
September 6, 2022
"Cyclone” is a happy-sad bop that feels like the perfect soundtrack to end the summer on.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Joe P Transforms the World Around Him Into 'Garden State Vampire' [Q&A]
August 27, 2024
We delve into the album’s unorthodox writing process and his inspirational outlook on being a musician who’s “making it.”
Author:
Abby Kenna
Laufey Taps Into Her Anger In Breakup Anthem “Tough Luck”
May 20, 2025
Continuing on her mission to bring jazz to Gen-Z, the Chinese-Icelandic star offers up her latest single, “Tough Luck."
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Ari Chi's "Hot Honey" Is an Irresistible Ode to Love, Lust, and Pizza
January 21, 2020
"I'm trying to get the listener to trust me and give me their all."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Nathan Archie Releases Long-Awaited Debut “hurt me enough”
October 20, 2022
"hurt me enough” is not a track for the fragile or faint of heart.
Author:
Carter Fife
Emei Makes Self-Sabotage Sound Irresistible in "Cynical"
July 17, 2023
"Cynical" is a refreshing, hard-hitting, edgy pop anthem
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Lily Fitts' "Lose You Now" Weaves Classic Folk Instincts With Pop Grace
May 1, 2024
“Lose You Now” is a delicate but determined ode to a former love, standing upright in the face of heartache.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Rex Orange County Returns with Insightful and Reflective "10/10″
September 16, 2019
Indie hit man Rex Orange County follows up a long year of touring and growth with a brand new single, "10/10."
Author:
Matthew Rudas
ASHS' "Paranoid" Sets the Stage for Her Dark Pop Takeover
November 29, 2019
"'Paranoid' gives an audible sneak peek into my subconscious."
Author:
Matthew Rudas
"Sabotage" Is Finally Out, And We're In Love With JAWNY Again
August 6, 2020
Our king is back with another funky, electrified tune.
Author:
Jenna Singer