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MARIS' Secret to Stardom & the Gayest She's Ever Felt [Q&A]
July 10, 2026
We sat down with MARIS at our New York Pride event to hear about the gayest she's ever felt, her secret to a great show, and the solution to barring AI from art.
Author:
DJ Connor
Visit The ‘Love Department’ With Seanna Pereira’s New EP
July 10, 2026
Seanna Pereira is taking listeners on a trip through the Love Department with her new EP, charting a course through indifferent lovers, explosive chemistry, and partners who just don’t know how good they’ve got it.
Author:
India McCarty
Macy Todd On Defying Genres, Not Being Afraid To Get Mean, And Creating Debut EP ‘pretty ruthless’ [Q&A]
July 10, 2026
We chatted with Todd about her southern sensibilities, beating boredom in the creative process, her first CMA Fest and much more.
Author:
Giselle Libby
REDD.'s Single "life" is a Punk Confessional Turned Pop Heart Attack [Q&A]
July 10, 2026
Wanting to learn more about the rising talent, we sat down with REDD. to get the scoop on the their latest single.
Author:
DJ Connor
Genevieve Stokes Returns Home in Hiding Places
July 10, 2026
Genevieve Stokes’ third album, Hiding Places was written and recorded in Stokes’ parents’ garage, a decision made in hopes of coming back to herself. It’s clear that in visiting her past, Stokes is now at her most assured.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Magi Merlin’s debut album recognizes that we’re all powerhouses in the making
July 10, 2026
The Montreal-based artist’s album has been in the making for the last 4 years, and serves as a 12-track exploration of human multifacetedness, womanhood and the constant process of becoming.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
GUS Maps Out the Beautiful Chaos of Self-Discovery on ‘First Times’ EP
July 9, 2026
On First Times, GUS captures the fleeting, bittersweet nature of self-discovery through themes of love, change and the pains of growing up.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
Blond in Car Unpacks The Pleasure And Pain Of Loving Someone Who Knows ‘How To Be A Mystery’
July 8, 2026
Take a trip into Blond in Car’s trippy, dreampop world with “How To Be a Mystery,” a song about the dangers of falling for the girl everybody wants.
Author:
India McCarty
Ella Jane Crafts A Mosaic of Self-Discovery in “Sparkwheel” EP [Q&A]
July 3, 2026
We chatted about Ella’s path to producing her own music, the timeline that allowed these songs to find a home with one another, and of course, her OnesToWatch.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Fall in Love With Ama Again on Her Self-Titled Re-Introduction [Q&A]
July 3, 2026
The album is a vexing combination of honesty, R&B sultriness and perspective unfolds over thirteen tracks highlighted by the smash single, "Need It Bad."
Author:
DJ Connor
“Don’t be a fig girl, be the tree": Julip on Being a Multi-Hyphenate, Serendipity and Her Literally Hands-on Approach to Making Music [Q&A]
July 3, 2026
”The concept of only being able to pick one fig, I think that’s very limiting and it doesn’t always have to be the case”, says New York based, multi-hyphenate artist julip.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
People I’ve Met Open Up Like Never Before
July 2, 2026
NYC-based band People I’ve Met have spent the better part of the last year reorganizing their ambitions and identity.
Author:
Noah Wade
Ishmael is the New Picasso Making High Art Hip-Hop [Q&A]
July 2, 2026
Before he was soundtracking campaigns for YSL Paris, working with hip-hop juggernauts like Ciara and Vince Staples, and collaborating with luxury brands, Ishmael was just a kid from Rochester, New York.
Author:
Kiani Shabazz
Haiden Henderson Keeps Things "NSFW" (As Advertised)
June 29, 2026
Henderson is building momentum in real tim.e
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
In Conversation: Wallice and Dolly Ave [Q&A]
June 29, 2026
For OTW's 11th anniversary and AAPI month, friends and musicians Wallice and Dolly Ave interview each other about their unexpected paths to music, the realities of touring, and their first concerts.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Lulu Simon Talks Touring With Madison Beer and The Healing Journey Chronicled in Her 3 Latest Singles [Q&A]
June 26, 2026
We sat down with Simon the day after her Forum debut to chat all things touring, checking your ego at the door, and her favorite creative outlets on the road:.
Author:
Giselle Libby
9 Questions With Girlfriend, Wife [Q&A]
June 26, 2026
Although the answers already lie within the detailed dreamscape the girls have built, we couldn’t help but ask for more.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Charlotte MacInnes Channels The Natural World In Transformative Debut ‘HIGHWATER’ [Q&A]
June 26, 2026
Inspired by dancing and singing only to the trees, MacInnes puts it all out there in 5 striking tracks that perfectly introduce her arresting vocal talent and singular perspective.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Debbii Dawson Tackles The World's Troubles On New EP Where Have All The Good Men Gone?
June 26, 2026
The world is in shambles. Crooked politicians, global warming crises, bad boyfriends, financial woes; what’s a girl to do? If you’re Debbii Dawson, you channel those anxieties into the excellent new EP 'Where Have All The Good Men Gone?'
Author:
India McCarty
Through The Rabbit Hole And Into The Maze of Love in Regina Song’s “everland” [Q&A]
June 26, 2026
'everland' is Regina's Alice in Wonderland: a world she built herself, full of shores, nature and rabbit holes, where love is less of a fairy tale and more of a journey you navigate without a map.
Author:
Daniela Waizel Rule
Daisy Kilbourne Channels Laurel Canyon in Her Album, 'All the Hurt' [Q&A]
June 23, 2026
While the nostalgia resonates clearly, with supple melodies and sun-laden lyrics, Daisy’s idyllic version of the past feels very present.
Author:
DJ Connor
Molly Grace Celebrates Pride Month and the New York Knicks Pre-Show in Brooklyn [Q&A]
June 18, 2026
Before her midnight show in Brooklyn, we sat down to chat with Molly Grace about our love for pop music, her special Pride Month tour, and, of course, the New York Knicks.
Author:
Chancey Stefanos
Brenn! Is Pulling Out To Win On Americana Drenched Debut Album 'AMATEUR AT BEST'
June 17, 2026
AMATEUR AT BEST is a compelling debut full-length—one that suggests Brenn! is anything but an amateur and firmly establishes him as an one to watch.
Author:
Josh Kitchen
Meet Alyssa Grace, the Breakout Singer-Songwriter to Watch [Q&A]
June 16, 2026
18-year old Alyssa Grace has skyrocketed to a place in the internet's hearts, charming listeners with her achingly relatable folk-pop songs.
Author:
DJ Connor
Infinity Song Expands Horizons On Illuminating Self-Titled Album
June 16, 2026
On their self-titled third album, the sibling quartet broadens that foundation, reaching beyond the folk-rock textures that first introduced them to wider audiences and embracing elements of soft rock, soul, alternative, and R&B.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet BoyWithUke, the Mysterious DIY Artist Racking Up Streams in the Millions
November 10, 2021
Just who is BoyWithUke?
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet SNOW WIFE, the "AMERICAN HORROR SHOW" We Can't Turn Away From
August 16, 2023
SNOW WIFE is all anyone’s talking about, and for good reason.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
beabadoobee Eloquently Moves Forward in “the way things go”
July 19, 2023
"the way things go" is decorated with satin ribbons, prim and proper ballerinas, fresh florals, and all things Sandy Liang.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Ethel Cain Reckons With Love, Violence, and Religion in Debut Album 'Preacher's Daughter'
May 13, 2022
Cain's debut is emotionally shuddering, producing a crater-deep impact that commands your attention.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Alexander 23 Reminds Us We're Not Alone With "IDK You Yet"
April 10, 2020
Alexander 23 tackles the complex emotions many of us are dealing with in isolation.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
Meet Laufey, the Gen Z Artist Making Us Fall in Love With Jazz All Over Again
October 13, 2021
Laufey's sublime take on jazz is the perfect soundtrack to your crisp, chill fall days.
Author:
Ali Wu
Chappell Roan's "Casual" Is a Stirring Pop Stunner That's Hard Not to Get Hooked On
November 1, 2022
"Casual" serves as yet another indicator of Roan's inevitable rise to stardom.
Author:
Giselle Libby
mazie's "dumb dumb" Is a Surreal Pop Song Inspired By the Capitol Insurrection
July 8, 2021
"dumb dumb" is a deceptively idyllic pop diversion that speaks to a much larger, pressing issue.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
EMELINE Rediscovers Herself in the Irresistible "cinderella's dead"
April 1, 2022
"It's the killing of old patterns and rejoice in the freedom of what life can be."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Underscores Is a Hyperpop Legend in the Making
March 10, 2022
"The ultimate goal is to turn people off, then win them back."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Genevieve Stokes Longs For a Change of Seasons in "Habits"
August 15, 2022
“Habits” invites us into a mercurial world of teenage growing pains.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
Bella Poarch Opens Up About Her Sexual Assault on Sub Urban Collab "Inferno"
August 13, 2021
"This is something I haven't been ready to share with you just yet... But I'm ready now."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Chappell Roan Is Unapologetically "HOT TO GO!"
August 14, 2023
"HOT TO GO!" is a snapshot of the rising star’s past and present lives
Author:
Giselle Libby
Gracie Abrams' "21" Is a Deeply Intimate and Beautiful Reflection
February 20, 2020
An artist like Abrams comes around once in a blue moon
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Yung Gravy Drops the Most Infectious Rick Roll With "Betty (Get Money)"
June 10, 2022
Getting Rick Roll'd has never sounded this good.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Surfaces Is Quite Possibly the Most Optimistic & Eclectic Indie-Pop Duo To Date
August 26, 2019
Now that Surfaces has two impressive, self-produced albums and a sold-out nationwide tour under their belt, there's no denying that this carefree duo will succeed.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Bruno Major and FINNEAS Explore the Intricacies of Soulmates in "The Most Beautiful Thing"
May 4, 2020
"a love letter to the soulmate I've never met."
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Malcolm Todd Dives Into the Emotional Rollercoaster of Love and Heartbreak in "Chest Pain"
December 10, 2024
"It's about that bittersweet feeling of losing someone who still lingers in your heart."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Who Is TOMORROW X TOGETHER?
August 17, 2022
Meet the K-pop group who made history at this year's Lollapalooza.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Red Leather Paints a Haunting Picture of LA in "The Only Time It Rains In Hollywood"
June 1, 2022
Meet Red Leather, the artist bridging the pain of Americana with the decaying glamor of Hollywood.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
Meet Juliet Ivy, the Artist Putting A Gen Z Twist On Tradition
October 25, 2023
Ivy's effervescent music serves as a brutally honest satire of innocence.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Reneé Rapp’s “Snow Angel” is a Hauntingly Beautiful, Healing Ballad
June 12, 2023
Rapp cements herself as an artist able to weather the seasons and turn adversity into art.
Author:
Emily Foster
Ryan Beatty Attempts to Answer the Unanswerable in 'Calico'
April 28, 2023
Calico is a transformative step for the visionary singer-songwriter.
Author:
Abby Kenna