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Hudson Ingram Traded Virality for Community [Q&A]

Hudson Ingram Traded Virality for Community [Q&A]
June 5, 2026 Thus far this year, Ingram has traversed parts of the country on three separate occasions. With these repeated visits, he has seen the rate at which cultivating a community can lead to legitimate connections with people emotionally investing in his art.
Author: Noah Wade
Interview
Indie Pop
Hudson Ingram
How Hailey Picardi Unlocked The Key To Healing in Striking Debut ‘scars to prove it’ [Q&A]

How Hailey Picardi Unlocked The Key To Healing in Striking Debut ‘scars to prove it’ [Q&A]
June 5, 2026 The dichotomy of comfortability and chaos her music thrives within is perfectly captured in hues of deep pink and sunset orange, as she looks out over a vast ocean of intimidating possibilities.
Author: Giselle Libby
singer songwriter
pop
interview
EP
Hailey Picardi
scars to prove it
FIGHTMASTER Explores a New Relationship with Empathy on Debut Album Tolerance [Q&A]

FIGHTMASTER Explores a New Relationship with Empathy on Debut Album Tolerance [Q&A]
June 5, 2026 Across 11 tracks on Tolerance, FIGHTMASTER proves that they’re one of the most exciting voices in indie-pop right now, giving listeners a glimpse into the inner workings of their heart, sharing parts of themself that so many will see their own lives and stories in.
Author: Josh Kitchen
indie pop
indie rock
Interview
FIGHTMASTER
Tolerance
Ally Salort On Playing Her Dream Venue, Her Favorite Charlie Puth Songs, and More [Q&A]

Ally Salort On Playing Her Dream Venue, Her Favorite Charlie Puth Songs, and More [Q&A]
June 4, 2026 Playing New York City's crown jewel is a dream for any rising star. That is, until the dream becomes a reality, which recently transpired for rising singer-songwriter Ally Salort.
Author: Giselle Libby
Pop
Interview
Charlie Puth
Ally Salort
Housekeeping
MSG
Emma Louise On "Sunshine For Happiness" [Q&A]

Emma Louise On "Sunshine For Happiness" [Q&A]
June 2, 2026 On her latest album, this songwriting mainstay feels like a proper mood, with a tempo for long sips of dark red at the wine bar.
Author: DJ Connor
singer songwriter
interview
indie pop
Sunshine For Happiness
Emma Louise
The Radical Empathy of corook’s New EP ‘How do I relate to you?’ [Q&A]

The Radical Empathy of corook’s New EP ‘How do I relate to you?’ [Q&A]
May 29, 2026 A master of the muse with a PhD in emotional comedy, corook’s new EP How do I relate to you? is a treasure chest of depth and joy.
Author: Ariana Tibi
singer songwriter
pop
interview
corook
How do I relate to you?
A/S/L Wants You on the Dance Floor [Q&A]

A/S/L Wants You on the Dance Floor [Q&A]
May 29, 2026 A/S/L appreciates his anonymity for the most part but wants his music to speak volumes and captivate the masses and the clubs. He is creating a movement that has a nostalgic feel to it.
Author: Robert Frezza
Interview
EP
A/S/L
Dance Music
Burnt Out Disco for Club Rats
Eva Ruiz Is Bringing the Soul of the Canary Islands to the World [Q&A]

Eva Ruiz Is Bringing the Soul of the Canary Islands to the World [Q&A]
May 22, 2026 Her music is a full blend of R&B, modern pop, and Latin influences, carried by a soulful voice that transcends genre.
Author: Sarah Ruiz
R&B
Pop
Interview
Latin
Album
Eva Ruiz
Agua Salada
wave to earth Chat “heaven and hell” And What To Expect From Their New Era [Q&A]

wave to earth Chat “heaven and hell” And What To Expect From Their New Era [Q&A]
May 20, 2026 Ahead of their forthcoming album and newly-announced 30-date "the pieces tour," we sat down with lead vocalist and guitarist Daniel Kim, drummer Dong Q, and bassist John Cha to chat about their latest single and the chapter ahead.
Author: Nicole Oshima
interview
indie pop
Single
k-indie
wave to earth
heaven and hell
play with earth! 0.03
Emei Confronts The Sharp Edges of Grief in ‘Night At the Opera’ [Q&A]

Emei Confronts The Sharp Edges of Grief in ‘Night At the Opera’ [Q&A]
May 18, 2026 To help us peel back the veneer of her new sound, we had this pop polymath join us in studio for a chat on life, her upcoming project, as well as the other dark arts she has in her bag.
Author: DJ Connor
pop
interview
EP
emei
"Night At The Opera"
Ryann Ross’ “On The Marsh”: A Stunning Tapestry of The Tumultuous Twenties [Q&A]

Ryann Ross’ “On The Marsh”: A Stunning Tapestry of The Tumultuous Twenties [Q&A]
May 15, 2026 It’s impossible not to be swept away the instant her striking vocals meet your eardrums, but what will keep you coming back is the vulnerability in her storytelling, the intimacy of the production, and her willingness to embrace the imperfect.
Author: Giselle Libby
Pop
Interview
Folk
EP
Ryann Ross
On The Marsh
DICE Step Into A New Era Announcing Tour And New LP 'I Thought The Altitude Would Make It Worth The View' [Q&A]

DICE Step Into A New Era Announcing Tour And New LP 'I Thought The Altitude Would Make It Worth The View' [Q&A]
May 15, 2026 Across the album, which will drop July 31, the Perth locals turn growing pains, freedom, and self-reflection into euphoric indie-rock songs built for late-night drives, festival crowds, and moments that feel nostalgic before they’ve even happened.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
indie rock
Interview
DICE
I Thought The Altitude Would Make It Worth The View
Upcoming Album
Daisy Grenade Is the Alt-Pop Powerhouse Forging a New Identity, One Visual Collage at a Time [Q&A]

Daisy Grenade Is the Alt-Pop Powerhouse Forging a New Identity, One Visual Collage at a Time [Q&A]
May 15, 2026 "So Much To Say" is the duo’s latest EP and is an exciting journey in seeing the band flourish in a project that is a collage of all things Daisy Grenade.
Author: Hillary Safadi
alternative
interview
pop punk
EP
daisy grenade
So Much To Say
CASANDRA Finds Peace and Transformation on 'ISLA TRANQUILITA' [Q&A]

CASANDRA Finds Peace and Transformation on 'ISLA TRANQUILITA' [Q&A]
May 15, 2026 Enter the dreamscape of CASANDRA's ethereal project, in which listeners are taken on a sonic journey through six songs and a wave of emotions with her honey-smooth voice and bilingual lyrics.
Author: Sarah Ruiz
R&B
Electronic
Interview
Alt-pop
EP
CASANDRA
ISLA TRANQUILITA
Kid Sistr On The Journey of “American Teenage Prophecy” and Humor Being Their (Not So) Secret Superpower [Q&A]

Kid Sistr On The Journey of “American Teenage Prophecy” and Humor Being Their (Not So) Secret Superpower [Q&A]
May 14, 2026 We chatted about balancing their “dumb” humor with the emotional themes of the EP, which of course could not exist without the other:
Author: Giselle Libby
Interview
Indie Rock
American Teenage Prophecy
Kid Sistr
Pop Rock
Owen Riegling, Look Where You Are Now! [Q&A]

Owen Riegling, Look Where You Are Now! [Q&A]
May 12, 2026 Despite the wins in both his personal and professional lives, In The Feeling sees Riegling stoically admit to many of his greatest insecurities and intrusive thoughts.
Author: Noah Wade
Pop
Interview
Country
Americana
In The Feeling
Owen Riegling
TSHA Wants You Off Your Phone And On The Dance Floor [Q&A]

TSHA Wants You Off Your Phone And On The Dance Floor [Q&A]
May 8, 2026 TSHA’s first release of the year pulses with vitality, flirtation, and that irreplaceable rush of losing yourself in the music.
Author: Ariana Tibi
Interview
DJ
TSHA
House Music
I Need U
10 Questions With Macy Todd, Your New Favorite Soulful Pop Star [Q&A]

10 Questions With Macy Todd, Your New Favorite Soulful Pop Star [Q&A]
May 8, 2026 Her most recent smash, "bad bad love", joins a winning streak of perfect introductory singles.
Author: Giselle Libby
pop
folk
interview
macy todd
bad bad love
10 questions
How Tiffany Stringer Drew Back The Curtain and Emerged 'The Lone Starlet' [Q&A]

How Tiffany Stringer Drew Back The Curtain and Emerged 'The Lone Starlet' [Q&A]
May 8, 2026 We spoke with The Lone Starlet on everything from the EP’s remarkable visual story to not letting the past stop herself from what she deserves; having meaningful, protected relationships that compliment her inevitable stardom.
Author: Giselle Libby
Pop
Interview
Country
EP
Tiffany Stringer
The Lone Starlet
Sabrina Song On Loosening the Reins and Aiming for a Moving Target [Q&A]

Sabrina Song On Loosening the Reins and Aiming for a Moving Target [Q&A]
May 8, 2026 We chatted with Song about flipping the internal nature of her previous record, allowing collaboration to flow freely, and everything that led to the kismet creation of her "Big Trick" EP.
Author: Giselle Libby
Indie
Alternative
Pop
Interview
EP
Sabrina Song
Big Trick
PARIS WYA On Unlikely Pockets of Inspiration in MANNEQUIN EP [Q&A]

PARIS WYA On Unlikely Pockets of Inspiration in MANNEQUIN EP [Q&A]
May 1, 2026 The experience of being a student at Cornell by day and a popstar by night molded the music into a shape that represents her singular perspective.
Author: Giselle Libby
Interview
EP
PARIS WYA
MANNEQUIN
Dream Pop
mer marcum Builds Her Creative World in Debut EP “You Never Did Anything Wrong” [Q&A]

mer marcum Builds Her Creative World in Debut EP “You Never Did Anything Wrong” [Q&A]
May 1, 2026 mer marcum tells us all about her debut EP, collaboration, and her perfect day in Monterey, California.
Author: Rebeccah Blau
indie
alternative
interview
EP
mer marcum
You Never Did Anything Wrong
Morning Silk Finds Inspiration From NYC Indie Rock Scene on New EP [Q&A]

Morning Silk Finds Inspiration From NYC Indie Rock Scene on New EP [Q&A]
May 1, 2026 In addition to inspirations, we chatted about friendship break ups, baritone guitar, and 90s rom-coms.
Author: Rebeccah Blau
indie
alternative
interview
EP
morning silk
Have A Nice Life
Leslie Grace Begins a New Era with “AMOR, ¿QUIÉN ERES?”

Leslie Grace Begins a New Era with “AMOR, ¿QUIÉN ERES?”
May 1, 2026 We sat down with Grace to talk about her evolution as an artist, collaborating with different voices, and this new era of Leslie Grace.
Author: Sarah Ruiz
interview
bachata
AMOR QUIÉN ERES
Leslie Grace
Album
Master Peace & Thomas Day in Conversation: “Love Hate” [Q&A]

Master Peace & Thomas Day in Conversation: “Love Hate” [Q&A]
April 30, 2026 We caught up with the duo over Zoom—Master Peace calling in from his tour bus while opening for 5 Seconds of Summer, and Thomas Day joining from a sunlit gym parking lot in Nashville.
Author: Ariana Tibi
interview
indie sleaze
master peace
thomas day
love hate
artist on aritst
Peach Tree Rascals'  "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]

Peach Tree Rascals'  "Mariposa" Is as Colorful & Wholesome as the Band [Q&A]
August 29, 2019 With Mexican, Filipino, and Palestinian roots that run deep, Peach Tree Rascals is one of the most hardworking collectives we've had the honor of introducing.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
indie
interview
rap
hip hop
peach tree rascals
mariposa
Meet Don West, the Aussie Artist Putting His Soul Into Every Song [Q&A]

Meet Don West, the Aussie Artist Putting His Soul Into Every Song [Q&A]
January 31, 2025 West is transforming a timeless sound into something his own.
Author: DJ Connor
soul
interview
R&B
don west
Who is Joey Valence & Brae?

Who is Joey Valence & Brae?
September 15, 2022 Meet the brash, larger-than-life MCs bringing back a classic sound.
Author: Ruby Scott
interview
rap
hip hop
lollapalooza
who is
joey valence
brae
joey valence & brae
yung kai on C-Dramas, His Breakout Single "Blue," and More [Q&A]

yung kai on C-Dramas, His Breakout Single "Blue," and More [Q&A]
January 14, 2025 "I tried my best, you know, and somehow I'm here."
Author: Abby Kenna
indie
interview
blue
yung kai
Who Is TOMORROW X TOGETHER?

Who Is TOMORROW X TOGETHER?
August 17, 2022 Meet the K-pop group who made history at this year's Lollapalooza.
Author: Ruby Scott
pop
interview
k-pop
tomorrow x together
txt
Meet Ethan Bortnick, the Artist TikTok Is Calling "Beethoven Meets Billie Eilish"  [Q&A]

Meet Ethan Bortnick, the Artist TikTok Is Calling "Beethoven Meets Billie Eilish"  [Q&A]
April 29, 2022 Following a breakout single, Bortnick muses on growing up while the world stands still.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
new artist discovery
pop
interview
ethan bortnick
prom
Meet Brenn!, the Rising Artist Writing the Soundtrack to Your Coming of Age [Q&A]

Meet Brenn!, the Rising Artist Writing the Soundtrack to Your Coming of Age [Q&A]
July 20, 2023 Brenn!'s music speaks to listless days spent stargazing and daydreaming, and it's taking ahold of people across the world.
Author: Tatum Van Dam
singer songwriter
folk
indie
interview
brenn!
4runner
brenn
Jessie Murph Is Turning Every  "You Can't"  Into Fuel  For Her Fire [Q&A]

Jessie Murph Is Turning Every  "You Can't"  Into Fuel  For Her Fire [Q&A]
July 20, 2021 "I learned early on that it's better for the mind and soul to let any negativity push you up instead of bring you down."
Author: Jisselle Fernandez
pop
interview
jessie murph
when im not around
For Louyah, One Viral TikTok and His Closest Friends Changed Everything [Q&A]

For Louyah, One Viral TikTok and His Closest Friends Changed Everything [Q&A]
August 24, 2021 "I'm 25 and I've spent my whole life working for this moment."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
interview
hip hop
tiktok
louyah
i used to care
Scene Queen Calls Out Abuse In Music Industry in Scathing New Single “18+” [Q&A] | The Noise

Scene Queen Calls Out Abuse In Music Industry in Scathing New Single “18+” [Q&A] | The Noise
March 20, 2023 Since her viral hit “Pink Rover” and her breakout EP Bimbocore, Scene Queen continues to prove that she refuses to remain silent and will unapologetically disrupt the status quo stomping on the throat of gatekeepers and misogynists everywhere – all while wearing pink platform boots.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
alternative
Interview
The Noise
Scene Queen
Who Is Jessie Murph?

Who Is Jessie Murph?
April 7, 2022 Meet the Gen Z tour de force proving everyone that told her no wrong.
Author: Ruby Scott
pop
interview
who is
jessie murph
Catching Up With Cannons Ahead of a Summer to Remember [Q&A]

Catching Up With Cannons Ahead of a Summer to Remember [Q&A]
June 30, 2021 Cannons have gone from posting an ad on Craigslist looking for bandmates to playing festivals across the country.
Author: Jisselle Fernandez
pop
interview
electropop
alternative pop
cannons
Metal Goes Mashup: The (John) Candy Detail Sample-Laced Music Pissing Off Gatekeepers Worldwide [Q&A] | THE NOISE

Metal Goes Mashup: The (John) Candy Detail Sample-Laced Music Pissing Off Gatekeepers Worldwide [Q&A] | THE NOISE
January 11, 2023 Combining their love of pop culture and ass-beating metalcore, the Girl Talk-inspired group has come together to create music that will leave you completely unsure about what it is you just heard but in the best way possible.
Author: Jimmy Smith
interview
the noise
metal
metalcore
mashup
the (john) candy
BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]

BENEE Went From Making Pizzas to Becoming Pop's Next Big Thing [Q&A]
June 28, 2019 The initial excitement surrounding BENEE is not unlike that of the first time we heard tale of a young Billie Eilish.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
indie
interview
indie pop
album reviews
benee
bene
fire on marzz
Hollow Coves' 'Moments'  Is a Reminder to Not Let Life Pass You By [Q&A]

Hollow Coves' 'Moments'  Is a Reminder to Not Let Life Pass You By [Q&A]
October 21, 2019 "We wanted to remind people that life can actually be pretty amazing if you let yourself see the beauty in all the little things."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
folk
indie
interview
album reviews
hollow coves
moments
indie folk
The Story So Far's Will Levy On Side Projects, Photography, 2022 Plans and More [Q&A]

The Story So Far's Will Levy On Side Projects, Photography, 2022 Plans and More [Q&A]
May 18, 2022 The Noise sits down with The Story So Far guitarist before one of their many sold-out dates.
Author: Moe Horta
interview
Pop Punk
The Noise
Pure Noise Records
The Story So Far
Will Levy
Cold Moon
EDEN Lives in His Memories on Latest Album ‘ICYMI’

EDEN Lives in His Memories on Latest Album ‘ICYMI’
September 16, 2022 Singer, songwriter, and producer EDEN, aka Jonathan Ng, has released his new full-length album ICYMI and to say it's epic is an understatement.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
interview
album reviews
eden
icymi
10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]

10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]
March 14, 2023 Get familiar with the 18-year-old rising star.
Author: DJ Connor
soul
interview
R&B
veyah
better than boys
Tiffany Day Has Found Herself [Q&A]

Tiffany Day Has Found Herself [Q&A]
December 3, 2021 With the release of her new single "Clouds," Day sounds more self-assured than ever.
Author: Miguel Costa
pop
interview
R&B
tiffany day
clouds
Noah Kahan Paints an Honest Picture of Himself in 'Busyhead' Debut [Q&A]

Noah Kahan Paints an Honest Picture of Himself in 'Busyhead' Debut [Q&A]
June 18, 2019 "I just want to help people feel a little more at home in their heads."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
folk
indie
interview
singer-songwriter
noah kahan
album reviews
busyhead
10 Questions With RAYE on "Black Mascara" and Her Forthcoming Debut Album 'My 21st Century Blues'

10 Questions With RAYE on "Black Mascara" and Her Forthcoming Debut Album 'My 21st Century Blues'
October 21, 2022 "I'm independent, and I've got to just trust my gut, and my gut wanted me to express a lot of different sonics and sounds."
Author: DJ Connor
interview
electronic
dance
raye
my 21st century blues
10 Questions With Isabel Dumaa on Her Latest Single "Quarter Life Crisis" [Premiere + Q&A]

10 Questions With Isabel Dumaa on Her Latest Single "Quarter Life Crisis" [Premiere + Q&A]
May 9, 2023 Isabel Dumaa talks new single and music video, 90th birthday concerts, and her ones to watch.
Author: DJ Connor
singer songwriter
pop
interview
isabel dumaa
quarter life crisis
Who Is Audrey Mika?

Who Is Audrey Mika?
March 17, 2020 We sat down with the pop artist on the rise following the release of her 5 A.M.  EP and first headlining tour to pose the question "Who is Audrey Mika?"
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
interview
anti pop
audrey mika
who is
Meet Yoshi T., the Artist With an Unwavering Spirit Intent on Finding His Music a Home [Q&A]

Meet Yoshi T., the Artist With an Unwavering Spirit Intent on Finding His Music a Home [Q&A]
November 30, 2023 "I wasn’t born with musical talent or anything. I wasn’t born with perfect pitch. Everything is super learned."
Author: Gregory Castel
indie
interview
rap
hip hop
yoshi t
how to get back
Join Millions in Stepping Into the Haunting World of Sub Urban [Q&A]

Join Millions in Stepping Into the Haunting World of Sub Urban [Q&A]
April 8, 2020 "When I made Sub Urban in 2016-2017, I knew I wanted it to be dark, whether emotionally vulnerable and raw or twisted and theatrical."
Author: Maxamillion Polo
alternative
interview
anti pop
sub urban
thrill seeker

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