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Conan Gray Is Unsurprisingly Amazing at ASMR and Backflips | Truth or Dare
September 5, 2019
There are no two ways about it - Gray is pop's next big thing.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Michi Shares Her Knack for Tasteful Indie-Pop in Bubbly "Still Feel U" [PREMIERE + Q&A]
August 22, 2019
"'Still Feel U' is a summer night embodiment of escaping a funk and rediscovering a lust for self-appreciation."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Indie Duo HOAX Sheds Light on the Looked Over "Unamerican Dream" of Struggling Immigrants
August 16, 2019
"The 'American Dream' sounds wholesome and inspiring, but with the current social and political climate of our country, it almost feels more like a cruel joke..."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Catching Up with COIN: One of Indie-Pop's Greatest Blessings [Q&A]
August 15, 2019
From the get go, COIN has been a beloved project that never sought fame or fortune, but rather music lovers who could resonate with their thoughtful lyricism and optimistic instrumentals.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Your Smith Soundtracks the Best Day of Her Life in "In Between Plans"
July 25, 2019
Driven by effervescent synths and a restless drum beat, this indie anthem mirrors the cathartic experience of shouting into a massive canyon.
Author:
Brady Moses
The Will of God Is Queer and King Princess Is Our "Prophet"
July 19, 2019
Long live King Princess.
Author:
Jess Myers
Greyson Chance - "shut up" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
July 17, 2019
Delving into a moving rendition of "shut up" from his debut album 'portraits,' Chance provided a salient reminder as to why he is a veritable pop star in the making.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Isaac Dunbar's 'balloons don't float here' Is an Ominous & Alluring Debut for the Young Artist
July 12, 2019
The way in which Dunbar infuses an at times unnerving element to tracks that have no right being this infectious is not dissimilar to Billie Eilish's own brand of ominous pop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
boy pablo and Jimi Somewhere's "Never Cared" Captures a Special Moment
June 28, 2019
boy pablo + Jimi Somewhere + a toy Casio keyboard + a radiant guitar = "Never Cared," an organic summer track full of floating synth sounds and passionate vocals.
Author:
Jess Myers
Clairo's "Closer to You" Is an Anesthetic for Growing Pains
June 28, 2019
While Clairo's earlier work evokes the starry-eyed daydreams of a teen with a long road ahead, "Closer to You" feels like we've opened a door into the more shadowy recesses of the singer's mind.
Author:
Brady Moses
The Hails Debut With 'He Seems Upset' EP
August 26, 2020
The Hails are back with their debut EP 'He Seems Upset.'
Author:
Joey Legittino
Caity Krone Validates The Feelings You Have For Your Crush On Her Debut EP 'Work of Art'
October 5, 2020
In her debut EP, 'Work of Art,' Caity Krone perfectly encapsulates the process of allowing someone to shape your life due to unrequited love, and all of the highs and lows that follow.
Author:
Sloan Pecchia
glaive Delivers His Most Hopeful Song Yet With “all i do is try my best”
June 7, 2023
"It’s quite beautiful to make a song that is truly positive in its nature.”
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
beabadoobee and Clairo Create the Perfect Starry-Eyed Duo in "Glue Song"
April 20, 2023
The soundtrack to every hopeless romantic’s indie love story just got a whole lot sweeter.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Philine Sonny Feels More Alive Than Ever Before in "Drugs"
September 29, 2023
"'Drugs’ is the soundtrack to the movie playing in your head."
Author:
Giselle Libby
Trunky Juno's 'Good Dog' Is the Remedy For Whatever Ails You
July 2, 2021
In case you've ever needed help getting over the feeling of "meeting a fist bump with a handshake."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
Harriette's "bc i love you" Is a Post-Break Up Indie Pop Tour De Force
March 23, 2023
"It's crazy the hoops we jump through to try to make something work because we don't want to be alone."
Author:
Ally Rincon
BEL Doesn't Shy Away From Letting Her Heart Spill Out in 'Read the Room' [Q&A]
November 10, 2023
Pulling from the buzzing energy of touring for the first time and the search for connection in a digital age, BEL strikes new creative ground in her third project.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Evening Elephants Grapple With Loss in "Hush Fires"
October 21, 2023
"'Hush Fires' is a song about loss. The stages you go through after that and the feelings you have towards the person you have loss."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
younger hunger, James Mantis, and Yoshi T. Make For a Fearsome Trio in "Time&Place"
February 6, 2023
"Time&Place" is a wonderful reminder of the never-ending promise of the indie scene.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene