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conner Continues to Impress on His New Single "rock bottom"
March 19, 2021
conner has been leading the charge of artists taking alternative punk sounds and reframing them for a new audience.
Author:
Tyler Borland
DWLLRS Release Emotive Self-Directed Music Video for "You"
March 19, 2021
DWLLRS' recent single "You" is an emotive and self-reflective ballad that finally comes with an accompanying video.
Author:
Tyler Borland
"Self!" Is Isaia Huron Hitting His Creative Stride
March 19, 2021
Isaia Huron is finally back with a new single titled "Self!"
Author:
Tyler Borland
Brother. Drop Cryptic New Visuals for "EZ"
March 19, 2021
Indie/alt band Brother. have just unveiled their video for their latest single "EZ."
Author:
Joe Beer
Benjy Ali Returns with His New Single "MISTAKES"
March 12, 2021
Benjy Ali is back with his sophomore release titled "MISTAKES."
Author:
Tyler Borland
bennytheghost Crash Lands With New Single "Supersonic" [Q&A]
March 10, 2021
We had the absolute pleasure of sitting down and chatting *virtually* with bennytheghost about his music and his latest single "Supersonic."
Author:
Paige MacDonald
Casper Jones Is Passionate From Miles Away in "Ghost Town" Visual
March 8, 2021
Fresh from the success of last year's 'GRAY' EP, NY-based pop artist Casper Jones returns to us with the video for "Ghost Town."
Author:
Carter Fife
Eden Rain's Debut Single "Wake Up, You're Stuck" Is Raw and Reflective
March 8, 2021
London-based singer-songwriter Eden Rain releases her debut single "Wake Up, You're Stuck" - a refreshingly raw and honest reflection on the formative moments that force us to make tough decisions.
Author:
Carter Fife
Jayde Returns with Her Vibrant New Single"f this"
March 5, 2021
It's rare an artist can instantly pull you in through the strength of their vocals, but that's exactly what Jayde accomplishes with every new single.
Author:
Tyler Borland
"bored&blind" is an Artistic Evolution for Pop Protege ella jane
March 5, 2021
ella jane has been garnering massive attention and it's no secret why.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Zuli Jr. Seeks Freedom From Disillusionment on "Blue Sky" [Premiere + Q&A]
March 2, 2021
We caught up with alt-R&B artist Zuli Jr. to talk about "Blue Sky" and his forthcoming project, 'Stop it God.'
Author:
Rachel Lai
Benny Bellson Makes a Momentous Introduction with His Debut "Wasteful Games"
March 1, 2021
The California native Benny Bellson reinterprets influential sounds from artists such as Gorillaz and alt-j for a contemporary audience.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Edwin Raphael Examines Indulgence and Anxiety on New EP 'Staring At Ceilings'
February 26, 2021
Montreal-via-Dubai artist Edwin Raphael returns with his newest EP, Staring at Ceilings.
Author:
Carter Fife
benny mayne Proves He Belongs in the Spotlight on "Hardest"
February 26, 2021
After establishing himself as a veteran writer by penning hits behind the scenes for Blackbear and G-Eazy, benny mayne has now proven that he belongs in the spotlight.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Colby Lafayette Steps Into His Rockstar Persona on "BEST GUY"
February 25, 2021
Colby Lafayette is exploring new vices on his single "BEST GUY."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Junaco Returns With Peacefully Hypnotic Single "Blue Room"
February 25, 2021
Junaco's latest single "Blue Room" is an indie-rock-meets-chillwave laced with psychedelic guitar melodies and ethereal vocals.
Author:
Carter Fife
Peach Tree Rascals Get Psychedelic on Latest Single "OOZ"
February 22, 2021
Peach Tree Rascals are the epitome of versatility.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
DWLLRS Return With the Lovesick New Single "You"
February 18, 2021
The pop duo DWLLRS has been one of the most exciting new artists of the past year.
Author:
Tyler Borland
conner Drops the Defiant New Music Video for "bite the bullet"
February 18, 2021
conner is leading this new wave of artists who have a modern interpretation of 90′s punk sounds.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Teezo Touchdown's Unconventional Approach Shines on "Technically"
February 12, 2021
Teezo Touchdown is giving his audience a front-row seat to his own eccentric world that he builds with each new video.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Empty Glass? Pour Yourself Some milk.
February 11, 2021
The earring-wearing, sweater-sporting foursome titled milk is putting the alt back into pop with their newest single "You&I."
Author:
Precious Kato
thomTide's "flowerField" is an Impressive Display of His Haunting Vocal Cadence
February 9, 2021
San Diego native thomTide has one of the most unique voices in contemporary pop.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Elroy Challenges the Status Quo on "BONES"
February 9, 2021
The enigmatic Elroy is back with his new single "BONES."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Foley Explores Defensiveness and Idealism on "Better Than Love"
February 5, 2021
Pitting the idea of prospective love against the sobering reality of an actual relationship, Foley's "Better Than Love" pokes beneath the surface at the fears that blossom from a place of mistrust and uncertainty.
Author:
Rachel Lai
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
ThxSoMch Makes a Dark, Intoxicating Breakthrough With “SPIT IN MY FACE!”
November 8, 2022
ThxSoMch is building a home for longing hearts.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Meet Zeph, the Composer of Your Coming-of-Age Soundtrack
February 17, 2022
Zeph is a singer-songwriter, producer, and shitposter that you need in your life.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
keshi's "blue" Is a Heartbreaking Ode to Falling Out of Touch
December 17, 2019
Seemingly out of nowhere, keshi emerged as one of 2019's most promising artists.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
Peter McPoland Lights the World on Fire With “Digital Silence”
April 11, 2023
"It’s only up from here. No more slowing down, just speeding up. Thank you for waiting for me.”
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
Delaney Bailey Pens the Tender and Heartwarming "j's lullaby"
January 10, 2022
Bailey has all the hallmarks of a truly great singer-songwriter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Clairo and Her Best Friends Have Formed Your New Favorite Band, Shelly
October 30, 2020
It looks like 2020 isn't a complete wash.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene
January 18, 2023
Kiki Rockwell is an innovative new artist fresh to New Zealand’s indie scene.
KennyHoopla's "how will i rest in peace if i'm buried by a highway? //" Is Pure Catharsis
February 10, 2020
KennyHoopla is the next wave.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jeremy Zucker's "always, i'll care" Is a Heavenly Ode to Platonic Love
February 7, 2020
"It's a song for my friends, whom I love deeply, and a promise to do better."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Reflect on Fluctuating Relationships in Melancholic 'brent' EP
May 6, 2019
"These songs kept us warm in the deep snow of December. We hope they can do the same for you."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Paris Paloma Gives a Voice to Feminine Rage in "labour"
March 27, 2023
The UK-based artist is cultivating a uniquely compelling sound from the threads of mythology and history.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Meet Brenn!, the King of the South Bringing an Infectious Innocence to Folk Pop
May 2, 2023
With each new single, Brenn! is demanding his dreams into reality.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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
Jeremy Zucker & Chelsea Cutler Pen Sorrowful Melodies in "you were good to me"
April 22, 2019
"The music really represents how we felt at that cabin: inspired, wholesome, and introspective."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Get to Know Indie Newcomer, KALI [Q&A]
January 20, 2021
Get to know 16-year-old artist KALI and watch the music video for her latest single, "Lucy,"
Author:
Jordan Shickman
Meet ALEXSUCKS, the Delinquents Betting on a Hollywood Rock Revival
June 15, 2023
ALEXSUCKS feels like LA's answer to the indie bands birthed in underground NY clubs.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Dare Is Picking Up Where Dance Punk Left Off
November 10, 2022
...a cocky, anthemic blend of pop, house, and techno that captures the chaos of a night out in NYC.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cavetown Revisits the Arresting World of "Devil Town"
January 14, 2019
Centered around the divorce of Skinner's parents, "Devil Town" has long existed as one of his back catalog's most personal and powerful works.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Clairo's "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" Showcase the Early Promise of an Anti-Pop Star
February 25, 2019
Taken together, "Bubble Gum" and "Sis" are akin to a timeline of an artist finding their voice, a voice that would come to charm the world over.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet carpetgarden, the Misfit Indie Pop Icon Embracing Optimistic Nihilism
December 9, 2021
"'IDC' is a really chaotic song about embracing identity and flaws and giving up in the most positive way."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet Choker, the Most Underrated Rising Artist of 2019 [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
March 19, 2019
Though his vocals are often likened to Frank Ocean, Choker deserves to be discussed as a storm of his own.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
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
Matt Maeson Returns Home a Changed Man in "Blood Runs Red"
May 19, 2022
"'Blood Runs Red' is a song about being a successful artist and the narcissistic tendencies that come along with it."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo