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Kenny Mason's "Play Ball" Video Is a Punk-Rap Nostalgia Trip

Kenny Mason's "Play Ball" Video Is a Punk-Rap Nostalgia Trip

June 16, 2021 Mason's music is a harmonious synthesis of punk, alternative rock, and Atlanta hip-hop affinities.
Author: Carter Fife
rap
TANISAKO Reaches New Heights on Sophomore Single "Young & Dangerous"

TANISAKO Reaches New Heights on Sophomore Single "Young & Dangerous"

June 15, 2021 In the span of two singles, TANISAKO has already established a somber, distinctive sound.
Author: Tyler Borland
Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year

Deb Never's "Disassociate" Is a Haunting Reflection on the Past Year

June 14, 2021 In her latest single, Never muses on substance abuse, growing older, and the fear of fading into nothingness.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!

Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!

June 11, 2021 KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
Japanese Breakfast's Long-Awaited 'Jubilee' Is Nothing Short of Outright Joy

Japanese Breakfast's Long-Awaited 'Jubilee' Is Nothing Short of Outright Joy

June 10, 2021 Zauner's self-exploration and experimentation are often met hand in hand with intense bouts of celebration.
Author: Carter Fife
Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is  "everything"

Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is  "everything"

June 8, 2021 Consider this another solid addition to the growing pop-punk comeback.
Author: Alexis Vaganos
renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]

renforshort Paints a Picture of Her World on 'off saint dominique' [Q&A]

June 4, 2021 "I've gotten so personal on this project, because I'm just not scared of it anymore."
Author: Rachel Lai
pop
conner's  "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter

conner's  "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter

June 3, 2021 conner epitomizes what made the '90s alternative scene so exciting.
Author: Tyler Borland
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For

Olivia Rodrigo's 'Sour' Is the Angsty Pop Return You've Been Longing For

May 24, 2021 Rodrigo's voice carries the flavors of Paramore punk, Alanis Morissette angst, Kelly Clarkson belt, all topped off with a Taylor Swift candidness.
Author: Krista Marina Apardian
pop
Janna Jamison Wants You at Her Twisted Tea Party in "Invitation To A Beheading"

Janna Jamison Wants You at Her Twisted Tea Party in "Invitation To A Beheading"

May 21, 2021 Inspired by the Vladimir Nabokov novel, "Invitation To A Beheading" revels in its left-field influences.
Author: Alexis Vaganos
pop
Marco Luka Displays Incredible Versatility on "do me wrong"

Marco Luka Displays Incredible Versatility on "do me wrong"

May 21, 2021 "I'm trying to be a better artist by just being more honest with myself, and that starts with this song."
Author: Tyler Borland
Find Your "Fine Little Rhythm" With Nick Leng's Latest Groove [PREMIERE]

Find Your "Fine Little Rhythm" With Nick Leng's Latest Groove [PREMIERE]

May 20, 2021 Through a tumultuous breakup, apartment fire, and the loss of a dear friend, Leng interprets moments of despair into blissful sonic form.  
Author: Yasmin Damoui
Jelani Aryeh Teases His Debut Album With the Haunting "From These Heights"

Jelani Aryeh Teases His Debut Album With the Haunting "From These Heights"

May 19, 2021 "From These Heights" displays a complex new side to the multi-talented artist.  
Author: Tyler Borland
Hongza Delivers a Coming of Age Soundtrack For 'Gen Z'

Hongza Delivers a Coming of Age Soundtrack For 'Gen Z'

May 11, 2021 Informed by his British Vietnamese heritage, Hongza deftly gropes with a series of emotional entanglements.
Author: DJ Connor
SAIAH Teams Up with guardin to Bring New Life to  "3NIGHTS"

SAIAH Teams Up with guardin to Bring New Life to  "3NIGHTS"

May 7, 2021 "3NIGHTS" is a reaffirmation of SAIAH and guardin's impeccable artistic chemistry.
Author: Tyler Borland
"west" Is Cybertrash at His Most Inventive

"west" Is Cybertrash at His Most Inventive

May 4, 2021 Unlike anything he's made before, "west" sees Cybertrash taking huge experimental risks.
Author: Tyler Borland
BabyJake's  "Do I Fit In Your Shoes?" Is the Ultimate Dig at the Recording Industry

BabyJake's  "Do I Fit In Your Shoes?" Is the Ultimate Dig at the Recording Industry

May 3, 2021 "It's not easy talking about bad experiences, even harder letting the entire world hear about them."
Author: Joey Legittino
pop
Zac Greer Shows Off His Sentimental Side in  "melatonin"

Zac Greer Shows Off His Sentimental Side in  "melatonin"

May 3, 2021 Singer, songwriter, and producer Zac Greer has yet to miss.
Author: Tyler Borland
The Band CAMINO's "Sorry Mom" Is an Honest, Heartfelt Confessional

The Band CAMINO's "Sorry Mom" Is an Honest, Heartfelt Confessional

April 30, 2021 "Sorry Mom" is a reminder that your mistakes do not have to define you, and most importantly, to call your mom.
Author: Rachael Jansky
pop
Buppy. Rejects the Blueprint on the Ominous "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY"

Buppy. Rejects the Blueprint on the Ominous "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY"

April 28, 2021 Ominous, dejected, and introspective, "TELL ME YOU'RE SORRY" recounts a toxic relationship in undeniably raw fashion.
Author: Tyler Borland
rap
Raegun Releases Her Attention-Grabbing Debut EP 'Cherry Blossom Blooms'

Raegun Releases Her Attention-Grabbing Debut EP 'Cherry Blossom Blooms'

April 19, 2021 In <i>Cherry Blossom Blooms</i>, Raegun is able to fit a wide range of ideas and sounds into a short but sweet runtime
Author: Tyler Borland
pop
Magic Bronson Fall For a Robot in "My Baby is an Android"

Magic Bronson Fall For a Robot in "My Baby is an Android"

April 15, 2021 In their latest single, Magic Bronson seamlessly channel the spirit of <i>Her</i> and doo-wop.
Author: Joe Beer
THE BLOSSOM's '97 BLOSSOM'  Flourishes at the Intersection of Joy and Pain  [Q&A]

THE BLOSSOM's '97 BLOSSOM'  Flourishes at the Intersection of Joy and Pain  [Q&A]

April 6, 2021 At the heart of <i>97 BLOSSOM</i> is a drive to reimagine the world.
Author: Ruby Scott
WizTheMc's "World Is Fucked" Presents a Sober Vision of Reality

WizTheMc's "World Is Fucked" Presents a Sober Vision of Reality

April 5, 2021 "For me, this song sums up my current perspective on the world around me while also making sure I don't lose sight of love and light."
Author: Rachel Lai
Junior Varsity Makes an Electric Debut With "Cold Blood"

Junior Varsity Makes an Electric Debut With "Cold Blood"

April 5, 2021 What started as the LA music scene's most well-known secret has now become a social media phenomenon.
Author: Maddy Quach