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Derek Simpson's "Hide + Seek" Inescapably Captivates You
June 10, 2020
For the entirety of the six-minute song, you are put in a trance. A delectable guitar establishes the feel-good, alternative R&B vibe and drives the alluring beat throughout.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos
Milq's "Summer Again" Transports You Directly to the 80′s [Premiere]
June 1, 2020
"Summer Again" is a song straight out of an 80's summer romance film.
Author:
Joey Legittino
No Rome Enlists Indie All-Stars beabadoobee and Jay Som For the Dynamic "Hurry Home"
June 1, 2020
"Hurry Home" paints a vivid picture of a wistful late-night voicemail, the kind you leave after one too many drinks.
Author:
Maddy Quach
BabyJake is "MadHappySad" About You
May 26, 2020
"It's about the feelings that come up when you're with someone who's probably not the right person for you, and they just make you feel all these emotions at the same time. MadHappySad."
Author:
Joey Legittino
Curtis Waters Brings Worldly Whimsy to "Stunnin"
May 20, 2020
"'Stunnin' is a groovy lighthearted bop"
Author:
Malc.
KennyHoopla Stays Radically True to Himself in 'how will i rest in peace if i'm buried by a highway?//'
May 18, 2020
There is only one KennyHoopla.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
'How Do You Feel About Getting Married?' Is a Captivating Testament to What Dijon Does Best
May 18, 2020
"Romance is all over these little stories, and so is disappointment and so is desperation."
Author:
Maddy Quach
Lecx Stacy Steps Into the Spotlight in 'FACE PLANTS'
May 14, 2020
Having produced for the likes of Jean Dawson and Deb Never, Stacy is making his voice heard.
Author:
Jenna Singer
Zella Day Has Arrived, Renewed [Q&A]
May 13, 2020
In 2015, Day was set to be the new face of Americana pop. What followed was radio silence, at least until now.
Author:
Maddy Quach
How To Build a Birdhouse With Inner Wave
May 12, 2020
Los Angeles' own Inner Wave is the latest act to help us make the most of our time whilst in quarantine.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Chinatown Slalom Isn't Afraid of Selling Out on 'Meet the Parents' [Q&A]
July 2, 2021
Chinatown Slalom on playing the music industry game, Jack Black, and of course, their latest EP.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
biig piig Continues to Metamorphosize and Evolve in the Tantalizing 'Bubblegum'
January 20, 2023
'Bubblegum' is a deeply immersive mixtape that bleeds garage and bedroom pop into each other seamlessly.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Parquet Courts Explode with Gritty Angst & Retrospective Charm Alongside Snail Mail at LA Show
January 29, 2019
Parquet Courts reached an exciting plateau of their careers with a performance and sound of immense versatility.
Author:
Janette Ayub
Nilüfer Yanya Takes a Note From Black Mirror and Stirring Indie Rock in 'Miss Universe' [Q&A]
April 4, 2019
In her debut album, Yanya waxes poetic about the reality that is unfurling before our very eyes.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Boy Willows Finds Spiritual and Physical Healing on 'BANGS' [Q&A]
September 18, 2021
"Landon from a year ago would give anything to talk to Landon right now."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Elroy Challenges the Status Quo on "BONES"
February 9, 2021
The enigmatic Elroy is back with his new single "BONES."
Author:
Tyler Borland
Niko Rose Is Endearing, Relatable, and Incredibly Catchy on 'Sleeping Bag'
October 19, 2020
The Arizona-based Niko Rose knows how to put a song together.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Bestfriend's "LEMON LIME" Is the Easygoing Soundtrack to Your Burnout
December 9, 2022
"It's a song for people who are tired of how things are while being too tired to change it."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Karmic Boldly Declares Their Signature Sound With 'This Is Karmic' [PREMIERE]
May 30, 2019
Karmic's debut EP is an audacious introduction to the band's contagious blend of funk, indie, and pop.
Author:
Brady Moses
Huron John Invites You to Experience the Trauma-Exorcism of 'cartoon therapy' [Q&A]
June 2, 2021
"Life is your movie and you are the main character. Allow your adventure to surprise you."
Author:
Carter Fife