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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.
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.
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.
Long Live KennyHoopla, Travis Barker, and Pop Punk!
June 11, 2021
KennyHoopla is living proof that pop punk's resurgence is no passing fad.
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.
Russ Reiss' Latest Alternative-Fueled Single Is "everything"
June 8, 2021
Consider this another solid addition to the growing pop-punk comeback.
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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."
conner's "good for nothing" Is an Alternative-Fueled Love Letter
June 3, 2021
conner epitomizes what made the '90s alternative scene so exciting.
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.
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.
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Alt Bloom Smoothly Creates "Potential" in Life and Love [Premiere + Q&A]
July 31, 2019
"The song itself is a reflection on dating. I'm always finding myself on the edge of diving in with someone rather than jumping."
Deb Never Explores the Human Condition on 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone?'
September 10, 2021
<i>Where Have All the Flowers Gone?</i> is one of the most human projects of the year.
Sam Austins and Sir Chloe Capture Teenage Euphoria on "Joy For Youth"
August 10, 2021
"'Joy For Youth' is a sonic time capsule, surrounding the aura of childhood bliss and teenage rebellion."
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Bishop Ivy Creates an Eccentric and Nostalgic Experience with 'All Things Temporary' EP [PREMIERE]
February 7, 2019
Newcomer Bishop Ivy beautifully weaves together alternative pop, rock, and electronic to form a new EP that is one of a kind.
lovelytheband's "maybe, i'm afraid" Video Has Us Counting Down The Days Till Their Tour
January 30, 2019
This trio is capturing real vulnerability and translating it into irrefutably anthemic song.
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Cheridomingo Talks "Swallow," Anger Management, and Finding Their Sound [Q&A]
April 1, 2021
Cheridomingo creates alt-rock music with an undeniable level of honesty and grit.
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."
Peter McPoland’s 'PIGGY' Finds Beauty in the Discomfort
August 15, 2023
“My whole purpose is to make art. I just try to be a vessel for it to come out past all of the overstimulation and noise on the internet.”
Junior Varsity Pull No Punches in 'SIDE B'
August 16, 2022
SIDE B is an exercise in punk-themed catharsis.
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Beauty School Dropout Offer Up A Feast in Sophomore Album ‘ READY TO EAT’ [Q&A]
October 13, 2023
"The album is a sonic spiral through our personal struggles with addiction, relationships, and love (or lack thereof)."