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Brandt Orange Returns With "Good Energy" from Debut Album [Q&A]

Brandt Orange Returns With "Good Energy" from Debut Album [Q&A]
October 1, 2019 With its casual electric guitar and a less-is-more production style, Brandt Orange reveals a new sense of maturity and deliberateness with his craft.
Author: Kristin Robinson
soul
Indie
Interview
brandt orange
good energy
Jakob Ogawa Talks Prince, First Show Jitters, and His New  'April'  EP [Q&A]

Jakob Ogawa Talks Prince, First Show Jitters, and His New  'April'  EP [Q&A]
September 30, 2019 Up & coming Norwegian indie pop musician, Jakob Ogawa is the man leading the soul-meets-synth lo-fi movement.
Author: Precious Kato
soul
interview
indie pop
Indie
jakob ogawa
April
Sueco the Child Shows Us His Search History and "Interesting White Guys" | Show & Tell

Sueco the Child Shows Us His Search History and "Interesting White Guys" | Show & Tell
September 26, 2019 The viral phoenomom, who dethroned Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" on TikTok, swings by the Ones To Watch classroom for a show and tell presentation.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
interview
rap
hip hop
sueco the child
tik tok
miscreant
fast
show and tell
Sigrid's Excellence Hit Us Harder Than a  'Sucker Punch' [Q+A]

Sigrid's Excellence Hit Us Harder Than a  'Sucker Punch' [Q+A]
September 19, 2019 Right before our favorite Norwegian pop princess headlined a sold out Fonda Theatre, we sat down to discuss the important things in life: memes, the Sims, and cats.
Author: Alyssa Yung
pop
interview
electronic
sigrid
Electro-Pop Trio SHAED Holds Us Captive & Captivated in Eerie  "Thunder" Video [Q&A]

Electro-Pop Trio SHAED Holds Us Captive & Captivated in Eerie  "Thunder" Video [Q&A]
September 18, 2019 In 2016, the three joined forces, as musicians, to begin SHAED's thrilling journey that led to selling out massive shows and reaching the top of the charts.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
interview
electro pop
thunder
SHAED
The Faim Plays Who's Most Likely To...?

The Faim Plays Who's Most Likely To...?
September 17, 2019 In addition to gracing the world with a host of new anthemic tracks, The Faim is currently hitting the road with Stand Atlantic on their Ones To Watch and The Noise - presented tour.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
the faim
alternative
interview
pop punk
stand atlantic
most likely to
Irish Alt-Rock Quartet The Academic Release Playful New Single, "Aftertaste" [Q&A]

Irish Alt-Rock Quartet The Academic Release Playful New Single, "Aftertaste" [Q&A]
September 13, 2019 While Ireland might not come to mind when thinking of the alt-rock scene, the enthusiastic, up-and-coming band The Academic is well on their way to changing that.
Author: Allissa Williams
indie
alternative
interview
rock
the academic
aftertaste
Get a  Taste of Heartbreak in LA with Riah's Dreamy 'Heartbreak Magic' EP [Q&A]

Get a  Taste of Heartbreak in LA with Riah's Dreamy 'Heartbreak Magic' EP [Q&A]
September 10, 2019 "At the end of the day, that's what anyone wants. To be connected, understood, and loved by other people."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
interview
singer-songwriter
dream pop
album reviews
heartbreak magic
riah
Multi-Talented Jesse Munsat Debuts as a Solo Artist with "Where He Slept When He Slept Here"

Multi-Talented Jesse Munsat Debuts as a Solo Artist with "Where He Slept When He Slept Here"
September 9, 2019 After spending the past couple of years working behind the scenes alongside The Marà­as, Claud, & Maude Latour, Jesse Munsat finally steps into the spotlight.
Author: Kristin Robinson
indie
interview
jesse munsat
Where He Slept When He Stayed Here
For dodie, a Bit of Madness Is Key [Q&A]

For dodie, a Bit of Madness Is Key [Q&A]
September 5, 2019 Dodie speaks on her friendship with Tessa Violet, being labeled a YouTuber, and gifting a purpose to your pain.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
singer songwriter
pop
indie
interview
dodie
human
New Music With a Side of Gratitude: Mt. Joy on What's Next in 2020  [Q&A]

New Music With a Side of Gratitude: Mt. Joy on What's Next in 2020  [Q&A]
November 25, 2019 Mt. Joy has come a long way in a short time, and we cannot wait to see what 2020 has in store.
Author: Alison Golanoski
folk
interview
americana
mt. joy
mt joy
Cassie Marin Comes Alive on the Infectious "Tanto" [Premiere + Q&A]

Cassie Marin Comes Alive on the Infectious "Tanto" [Premiere + Q&A]
September 29, 2021 Marin proves unstoppable on the Spanish-sung "Tanto."
Author: DJ Connor
pop
interview
latin
cassie marin
tanto
Erin LeCount Delivers an Impassioned Live Performance of "Killing Time" [Premiere + Q&A]

Erin LeCount Delivers an Impassioned Live Performance of "Killing Time" [Premiere + Q&A]
November 10, 2022 "There’s something cathartic about knowing you’ve been as genuine as you possibly can be with what you’ve made."
Author: Nathan Ahamed
singer songwriter
pop
interview
erin lecount
killing time
Jagwar Twin Shines on Existential Sophomore Album ‘33’ [Q&A] | The Noise

Jagwar Twin Shines on Existential Sophomore Album ‘33’ [Q&A] | The Noise
November 10, 2022 "At the end of the day, being an artist is about knowing yourself."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
alternative
interview
jagwar twin
album reviews
the noise
33
BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]

BLACKSTARKIDS on Harnessing 2000s Nostalgia, Comfort Food, and Debut Album 'Whatever, Man' [Q&A]
September 30, 2020 "BLACKSTARKIDS is coming of age music. Nostalgia plays a large factor in what we do."
Author: Maddy Quach
pop
alternative
interview
anti pop
blackstarkids
whatever man
Bren Joy on  'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]

Bren Joy on  'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]
January 11, 2022 Joy is making the most of his 20s.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
soul
interview
R&B
red bull
jake wesley rogers
bren joy
red bull soundclash
Open Lila Drew's 'locket' of Empathetic Emotions & Serene Pop Melodies [Q&A]

Open Lila Drew's 'locket' of Empathetic Emotions & Serene Pop Melodies [Q&A]
May 28, 2019 Lila Drew is an 18-year-old who isn't afraid of vulnerability and self-reflection.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
interview
singer-songwriter
album reviews
locket (side one)
Lila drew
Q&A: grandson on Exploring New Territory with Recent Bring Me The Horizon Tour & More | The Noise

Q&A: grandson on Exploring New Territory with Recent Bring Me The Horizon Tour & More | The Noise
October 19, 2022 Known for his strong lyricism and unpredictable performances, grandson has proved he can keep up with just about anybody as he has toured with artists such as alt-rock icons The Smashing Pumpkins, pop-punk queen Avril Lavigne, and nu-metal trailblazers Deftones.
Author: Moe Horta
interview
grandson
the noise
alt rock
Sir Chloe's Debut Album 'I Am The Dog' Sees the Rising Star Seizing Control [Q&A]

Sir Chloe's Debut Album 'I Am The Dog' Sees the Rising Star Seizing Control [Q&A]
May 17, 2023 Thrilling paradoxes build the backbone of the 'I Am The Dog,' a praiseworthy debut from one of indie rock's rising stars.
Author: Alessandra Rincon
indie
alternative
interview
indie rock
sir chloe
i am the dog
Cub Sport on Coming Out, Married Life, and Their Dogs | Quick 6

Cub Sport on Coming Out, Married Life, and Their Dogs | Quick 6
June 5, 2019 This is another reason, or six, to fall in love with your new dream pop obsession.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
indie
cub sport
interview
quick 6
indie pop
dream pop
pride

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