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How Brye Made a Sour Situation Extra Sweet
October 14, 2020
Brye is the latest artist whose homemade musings are blowing up thanks to Tik Tok.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Meet Matt Watson, the YouTube Personality Who's Pretty Damn Good at Pikmin and Music
September 8, 2020
With <i>OUCH!</i>, Watson does more than deliver a promising debut EP; He delivers an emotional push-and-pull that extends far beyond the seemingly endless days of quarantine.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Tai Verdes Is No Longer "Stuck in the Middle"
August 4, 2020
Verdes is the latest artist to turn a chance moment on TikTok into a catalyst for viral success.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
spill tab Is the Gen Z Duo Looking to Leave a Dreamy Mark on Pop
July 22, 2020
spill tab is leading the march towards a new form of pop where quality precedes classification.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Simpson Is Ready to Make Her Mark
July 15, 2020
After laying low for a few years, Simpson is claiming her place as a rising star.
Author:
Maddy Quach
박혜진 Park Hye Jin Is Ushering in a New Hypnotic Wave of K-House
May 27, 2020
Led by artists like Peggy Gou and Yaeji, K-house newcomer 박혜진 Park Hye Jin speaks to the genre's limitless potential.
Author:
Maddy Quach
yeule Toes the Line Between Realism and Escapism
May 20, 2020
yeule's music seamlessly drifts between the tangible world and cyberspace.
Author:
Maddy Quach
boylife's Nervous Honesty Is a Much-Needed Slice of Comfort
May 14, 2020
Through his music, boylife reminds us we're not alone in facing our most brazen feelings.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Holly Humberstone Is in Full Bloom
May 12, 2020
If you are looking for a new artist to listen to through this strange time, look no further than the transcendent musings of Humberstone.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Mishaal Establishes Himself as an Enviable Gen Z Voice in the Powfu-Assisted "Friends"
May 12, 2020
With just his first major label release, Mishaal is already pushing limits and establishing himself as an act you need to keep your eyes on.
Author:
Tyler Borland
snny's 'Otito' Is a Border-Spanning, Genre-Bending Snapshot of Life
May 11, 2020
snny's music captures a universal sentiment, one of trying to find your voice and place in a newfound home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Quirky, Charismatic, and Creative: Josie Dunne Finds Her Niche in 'Late Teens / Early Twenties'
May 11, 2020
Dunne's latest is a wonderfully-scored coming-of-age story.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Ordinary Child Pushes Pop Boundaries With Introspective and Emotive Songwriting
May 6, 2020
Ordinary Child reinvents his past ideas to make "Someday" his strongest single to date.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Rahli Carves Out His Niche in the Versatile 'Still Big Rallo From Lorna'
May 6, 2020
With exceptional flexibility, Rahli's sophomore tape recognizes the pitfalls of being a one-trick pony.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Stranger Things' Maya Hawke Is Ready to Tell Her Own Story
May 5, 2020
With a remarkable self-awareness, Hawke intertwines folk's candid charm with a dazzling tenacity that screams Billboard Hot 100.
Author:
Maddy Quach
StaySolidRocky's "Party Girl" Is a Budding TikTok Hit
May 5, 2020
The rapidly rising rapper may very well have a breakout hit on his hands.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
GOON DES GARCONS* Links With Cuco For the Cinematic "A24"
May 4, 2020
The ode to the cult indie film studio is intoxicating from start to finish.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
whiterosemoxie's Diverse Debut 'white ceilings' Cements Him as a Prominent New Voice
April 29, 2020
whiterosemoxie jumps between genres without ever expensing or sacrificing quality.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Cassowary Makes a Beautiful and Radically Adventurous Debut
April 29, 2020
Cassowary creates jazz-infused music for early mornings, lazy afternoons, and everything in between.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Get "Comfortable" With Savannah Cristina's Soul Therapy
April 28, 2020
"The vibe is therapeutic."
Author:
Precious Kato
Meet Jos, the 19-Year-Old Artist Crafting an Effortless Vibe
April 22, 2020
The debut single from Jos arrives like a breath of fresh air.
Author:
Precious Kato
Iglooghost Adds to His Fantastically Haunting World With "Amu"
April 21, 2020
Iglooghost blends reality and fiction, creating entire worlds of his own making.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet Anson Seabra, the Artist Turning TikTok and Fairy Tales Into a Breakout Moment
April 21, 2020
Seabra is the latest pop prince to garner a significant following thanks to Gen-Z juggernaut TikTok.
Author:
Emily Smith
Meet The Booyah! Kids, New York's Bedroom Pop Poster Child
April 16, 2020
The Booyah! Kids are finding a way to stand out within the confines of New York's highly saturated music scene.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Kenny Mason Plays By His Own Rules in the Unshakable 'Angelic Hoodrat'
April 16, 2020
In his impeccable debut album, the West Atlanta rapper steps not only out of his comfort zone but the traditional rules of hip-hop.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Meet BoyWithUke, the Mysterious DIY Artist Racking Up Streams in the Millions
November 10, 2021
Just who is BoyWithUke?
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet SNOW WIFE, the "AMERICAN HORROR SHOW" We Can't Turn Away From
August 16, 2023
SNOW WIFE is all anyone’s talking about, and for good reason.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Powfu's "death bed" Has People Confessing Their Love
February 25, 2020
The Internet is getting swept up in Powfu's sad boy sound.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
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 Laufey, the Gen Z Artist Making Us Fall in Love With Jazz All Over Again
October 13, 2021
Laufey's sublime take on jazz is the perfect soundtrack to your crisp, chill fall days.
Author:
Ali Wu
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
Underscores Is a Hyperpop Legend in the Making
March 10, 2022
"The ultimate goal is to turn people off, then win them back."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet DOMi & JD BECK, the Kindred Spirits Heralding a New Wave of Jazz
August 10, 2022
The Anderson .Paak co-signed duo is taking the jazz world by storm.
Author:
Dillon Stave
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
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
Red Leather Paints a Haunting Picture of LA in "The Only Time It Rains In Hollywood"
June 1, 2022
Meet Red Leather, the artist bridging the pain of Americana with the decaying glamor of Hollywood.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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 Ethan Bortnick, the Artist TikTok Is Calling "Beethoven Meets Billie Eilish" [Q&A]
April 29, 2022
Following a breakout single, Bortnick muses on growing up while the world stands still.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Hip-Hop Is Under Construction, and Freddie Dredd Is Rebuilding It
April 15, 2020
Dredd has Gen Z under his spell.
Author:
Emily Bird
Joey Valence & Brae Are Breathing New Life Into a Classic Sound
July 13, 2022
If you've ever once considered yourself a fan of the Beastie Boys, you need to listen to Joey Valence & Brae.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
hemlocke springs' "girlfriend" Introduces Us to a Musical Fantasy in Full Bloom
November 2, 2022
With fans ranging from Bella Hadid to Grimes, it would be an understatement to say hemlocke springs is up next.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Meet Anson Seabra, the Artist Turning TikTok and Fairy Tales Into a Breakout Moment
April 21, 2020
Seabra is the latest pop prince to garner a significant following thanks to Gen-Z juggernaut TikTok.
Author:
Emily Smith
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
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
heylog Is Quietly Creating Emotive Hyperpop in His Own Corner of the Internet
July 20, 2021
While little is known about the anonymous artist and producer, it's likely that this is only the beginning.
Author:
Tyler Borland
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
INJI's "MADELINE" Is For the Gals and Chaotic Nights Out
September 6, 2022
“MADELINE” is NYC club culture synthesized.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
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
Fiji Blue Is Destined to Get You Up and Groove
October 24, 2019
If there is one constant to Fiji Blue's music, it is that it is guaranteed to make you dance.
Author:
Precious Kato