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Loote's Take on Authentic Pop Music, New Relationships, and Shawn Mendes [Q&A]

Loote's Take on Authentic Pop Music, New Relationships, and Shawn Mendes [Q&A]
June 19, 2019 Their new 'lost' EP explores both the awkward nuanced lingering of post-breakup relationships and the cautious excitement of new ones.
Author: Rachel Lai
pop
interview
loote
Billy Raffoul Shares Heartwarming Tour Memories & Teases  Forthcoming  Album [Q&A]

Billy Raffoul Shares Heartwarming Tour Memories & Teases  Forthcoming  Album [Q&A]
June 19, 2019 Deep gravelly voice. Long luscious locks. There's something hypnotic about Billy Raffoul's live performance, and we can't get enough.
Author: Alyssa Yung
alternative
interview
rock
indie rock
singer-songwriter
billy raffoul
Bear Rinehart  Explores His Softer Side with Wilder  Woods Project and "Supply & Demand" Acoustic  [Q&A + PREMIERE]

Bear Rinehart  Explores His Softer Side with Wilder  Woods Project and "Supply & Demand" Acoustic  [Q&A + PREMIERE]
June 19, 2019 Wilder Woods marks the beginning of a new era for seasoned folk-rocker Bear Rinehart.
Author: Brady Moses
soul
folk
interview
wilder woods
sure ain't
supply and demand
supply & demand
someday soon
Noah Kahan Paints an Honest Picture of Himself in 'Busyhead' Debut [Q&A]

Noah Kahan Paints an Honest Picture of Himself in 'Busyhead' Debut [Q&A]
June 18, 2019 "I just want to help people feel a little more at home in their heads."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
folk
indie
interview
singer-songwriter
noah kahan
album reviews
busyhead
An Interview With Bri Steves: A Hip-Hop Visionary

An Interview With Bri Steves: A Hip-Hop Visionary
June 13, 2019 Philly born-and-raised multi-instrumentalist, producer, and artist Bri Steves does it all.
Author: Jess Myers
interview
rap
hip hop
bri steves
Discussing Butt Plugs, Music Videos, and 'Bambi' with Hippo Campus [Q&A]

Discussing Butt Plugs, Music Videos, and 'Bambi' with Hippo Campus [Q&A]
June 11, 2019 Catch up with the band that's been pioneering indie pop and gaining a cult fan base since 2014.
Author: Alyssa Yung
indie
interview
rock
indie pop
indie rock
hippo campus
bambi
Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]

Indie Songstress Noé Channels Sleepless Nights & Clouded Thoughts in 'ibynoé' Debut [PREMIERE + Q&A]
June 6, 2019 Born and raised in France, Los Angeles-based Noé is the sweet girl next door who also happens to have a lot to say.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
indie
interview
noe
album reviews
ibynoe
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
Ginger Root's Aggressive Elevator Soul Makes for Great "Weather"  [PREMIERE + Q&A]

Ginger Root's Aggressive Elevator Soul Makes for Great "Weather"  [PREMIERE + Q&A]
June 4, 2019 Blending together the charismatic nature of Toro y Moi and the intricate instrumentals of Vulfpeck, Ginger Root is breaking into the music world one irresistible single at a time.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
soul
indie
alternative
interview
electronic
weather
ginger root
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
Rare Americans Wants to Hear Your Story While Sharing Theirs [Q&A]

Rare Americans Wants to Hear Your Story While Sharing Theirs [Q&A]
June 14, 2022 "I want to say hi to you, and I want to give you a high five and connect on a human level."
Author: Alessandra Rincon
pop
interview
hip hop
rare americans
love is all i bring
Jac Ross' "It's Ok To Be Black" Is a Track and Message Everyone Needs to Hear [First Look + Q&A]

Jac Ross' "It's Ok To Be Black" Is a Track and Message Everyone Needs to Hear [First Look + Q&A]
January 10, 2020 "It's a celebration of perseverance and success. It's my remedy to people to be comfortable in your skin."
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
soul
interview
R&B
Jac ross
its ok to be black
"Tomboy"  Destiny Rogers on Being a Justin Bieber Stan and Finding Her Authentic Sound [Q&A]

"Tomboy"  Destiny Rogers on Being a Justin Bieber Stan and Finding Her Authentic Sound [Q&A]
April 17, 2019 Rogers' debut into the world of music this year was palpable.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
soul
interview
R&B
destiny rogers
tomboy
Del Water Gap on  Smash Mouth, Quarantine  and "Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat"  [Premiere + Q&A]

Del Water Gap on  Smash Mouth, Quarantine  and "Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat"  [Premiere + Q&A]
May 1, 2020 "Not much to say about Smash Mouth other than the 2001 'Smash Mouth' self-titled LP is one of the greatest records ever made."
Author: Precious Kato
singer songwriter
folk
indie
interview
Del Water Gap
ode to a conversation stuck in your throat
Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in  'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]

Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in  'EVERYTHING' [Q&A]
May 22, 2020 Kota the Friend is aiming to build a legacy. One he hopes his kids can inherit.
Author: Ruby Scott
interview
rap
hip hop
album reviews
kota the friend
everything
How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]

How Los Retros Turned '70s Jazz Into Your New DIY Indie Obsession [Q&A]
July 5, 2019 Los Retros is proof that the only thing you need to make a great record in the modern age is a living room, some instruments, and a fire under your ass.
Author: Brady Moses
soul
indie
interview
jazz
los retros
mauri tapia
REI AMI Is the Saddest, Baddest Bitch [Q&A]

REI AMI Is the Saddest, Baddest Bitch [Q&A]
December 4, 2019 Co-signed by FINNEAS, REI AMI is an artist who revels in defying any and all expectations.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
indie
interview
bedroom pop
anti pop
rei ami
rei
ami
Windser Blends Anxiety and Optimism on "Trouble In Paradise" [Q&A]

Windser Blends Anxiety and Optimism on "Trouble In Paradise" [Q&A]
September 15, 2021 "It's a melancholy dreamworld where the redwoods meet the salty ocean air, lost boys, haunting fog, and late night house parties."
Author: EJ Saftner
singer songwriter
interview
windser
trouble in paradise
Ryan Caraveo Explores Mind Control with Hip Hop Melodies In 'Butterfly Boy'  [Q&A]

Ryan Caraveo Explores Mind Control with Hip Hop Melodies In 'Butterfly Boy'  [Q&A]
August 26, 2019 'Butterfly Boy' very much shares the narrative of Caraveo's inner workings as his brain bounces from one mindset to another.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
interview
hip hop
album reviews
butterfly boy
Ryan caraveo
10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]

10 Questions With Véyah on Her New Single “Better Than The Boys” [Q&A]
March 14, 2023 Get familiar with the 18-year-old rising star.
Author: DJ Connor
soul
interview
R&B
veyah
better than boys

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