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Peter McPoland's "Come Around" Is Undeniably Charming
February 25, 2022
If a bright-eyed smile had a voice, it would belong to Peter McPoland.
Author:
Tatum Van Dan
Loverground Pens a Message to His Higher Self With "How U Feel" [Q&A]
February 25, 2022
"It's about connecting with your true self and surrendering to it."
Author:
DJ Connor
Carlie Hanson's 'Tough Boy' Is a Portrait of Sonic and Personal Growth
February 24, 2022
<i>Tough Boy</i> is an album built around self-discovery in real-time.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Restless Modern Pens a Ballad For an Always-Online Culture With "I Hate That I'm Addicted to the Internet" [Q&A]
February 23, 2022
Whether you're doomscrolling, dissociating, or chasing a fleeting dopamine high, this is the song for you.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Mahalia Sends a Not-So-Subtle Warning in "Letter To Ur Ex"
February 22, 2022
On her latest standout single, Mahalia explores the moments of a partnership often left unexplored.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
Alicia Creti Delivers Showstopping Debut Single "Congratulations"
February 18, 2022
We know little of Alicia yet beyond her ability to stop us dead in our tracks.
Author:
DJ Connor
Role Model's "if jesus saves, she's my type" Sounds Like Falling in Love For the First Time
February 18, 2022
For Role Model, Valentine's Day never ends.
Author:
Tatum Van Dan
Isaac Dunbar Reinvents Himself on "Bleach"
February 18, 2022
"'Bleach' feels as though it's my first single."
Author:
Kelly Park
Elliot Lee and GIRLI Unleash Daring "Pink (Freak)" Remix
February 17, 2022
"I've just always made what feels right in the moment and written words that help me heal."
Author:
Chloe Liz
With The Maràas' "All I Really Want Is You" Visual, Romance Is Always in the Air
February 16, 2022
There's never been a better time to be a fan of LA's sexiest band.
Author:
Carter Fife
KAIRO Tug at the Heartstrings With Debut Single "Someone Like You"
February 16, 2022
There isn't anyone quite like KAIRO.
Author:
DJ Connor
Meet Self Esteem, the Perfectly Imperfect Pop Star of Tomorrow
February 15, 2022
Self Esteem is "writing what I would do if I wasn't told no."
Author:
DJ Connor
Ryan Mack Reminds Us It's Okay to Be "Only Human"
February 15, 2022
"Everybody can fall down and everyone can make mistakes but we will get back up."
Author:
DJ Connor
Dove Cameron Embraces Her Role as Femme Fatale on "Boyfriend"
February 14, 2022
Dove delivers a Valentine's Day anthem with a little bite.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Clubhouse Sets Boundaries and Rebuilds on New Double Single Release
February 11, 2022
Clubhouse's latest goes straight for the heartstrings.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Kiana V Crafts the Perfect Valentine's Day Vibe With "Heartbeat on Me" [Q&A]
February 11, 2022
"Heartbeat on Me" is an infectious, love-filled romp.
Author:
DJ Connor
Claire Rosinkranz Breaks Free on "i h8 that i still feel bad for u"
February 11, 2022
Have you ever found yourself struggling to fully move on? This is the song for u.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
We Can't Help But "Dance" to the New Jay Safari
February 11, 2022
"Dance" is the feel-good party track everyone needs to heat up the dancefloor.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
Alexander 23's "Hate Me If It Helps" Is a Heart-Rending Search For Closure
February 10, 2022
"Hate Me If It Helps" is a maelstrom of lingering feelings, words left unsaid.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Sophia Alexa's New Single Is a "Hit and Run" Straight to the Feelings [Q&A]
February 9, 2022
Only two songs into her career and Sophia has all the hallmarks of a seasoned pop veteran.
Author:
DJ Connor
Tate McRae's "she's all i wanna be" Is All I Wanna Listen to
February 7, 2022
"she's all i wanna be" is a sadly relatable confession in the guise of a pop stunner.
Author:
Tatum Van Dan
WizTheMc Looks For Comfort in Silence on 'Where Silence Feels Good'
February 4, 2022
We talk to the borderless artist about his new record, relationships, and making music that makes you feel free.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
yeule Displays Her Still-beating Android Heart on 'glitch princess'
February 4, 2022
<i>glitch princess</i> is a deeply beautiful, if at times unsettling, project. One unafraid to tear off its skin to display what's hidden underneath.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
keshi Loses Himself in the Irresistible Passion of "Touch"
February 4, 2022
"Touch" is irresistible and leaves us begging for keshi's long-awaited debut album.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Lyn Lapid Ponders Life and Death on the Stirring "I Guess That Was Goodbye"
February 4, 2022
"I Guess That Was Goodbye" sees Lapid embarking on a masterfully composed, emotionally-charged journey.
Author:
Nathan Ahamed
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
Ethel Cain Reckons With Love, Violence, and Religion in Debut Album 'Preacher's Daughter'
May 13, 2022
Cain's debut is emotionally shuddering, producing a crater-deep impact that commands your attention.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
Alexander 23 Reminds Us We're Not Alone With "IDK You Yet"
April 10, 2020
Alexander 23 tackles the complex emotions many of us are dealing with in isolation.
Author:
Rachael Jansky
EMELINE Rediscovers Herself in the Irresistible "cinderella's dead"
April 1, 2022
"It's the killing of old patterns and rejoice in the freedom of what life can be."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
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
mazie's "dumb dumb" Is a Surreal Pop Song Inspired By the Capitol Insurrection
July 8, 2021
"dumb dumb" is a deceptively idyllic pop diversion that speaks to a much larger, pressing issue.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Ashe Reflects on a Messy Divorce in the Magnificent "Moral Of The Story"
February 14, 2019
"You can think you're in love/ When you're really just in pain."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Yung Gravy Drops the Most Infectious Rick Roll With "Betty (Get Money)"
June 10, 2022
Getting Rick Roll'd has never sounded this good.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Who Is TOMORROW X TOGETHER?
August 17, 2022
Meet the K-pop group who made history at this year's Lollapalooza.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Genevieve Stokes Longs For a Change of Seasons in "Habits"
August 15, 2022
“Habits” invites us into a mercurial world of teenage growing pains.
Author:
Michelle Dalarossa
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
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
Gracie Abrams' "21" Is a Deeply Intimate and Beautiful Reflection
February 20, 2020
An artist like Abrams comes around once in a blue moon
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Bella Poarch Opens Up About Her Sexual Assault on Sub Urban Collab "Inferno"
August 13, 2021
"This is something I haven't been ready to share with you just yet... But I'm ready now."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Reneé Rapp’s “Snow Angel” is a Hauntingly Beautiful, Healing Ballad
June 12, 2023
Rapp cements herself as an artist able to weather the seasons and turn adversity into art.
Author:
Emily Foster
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
For Louyah, One Viral TikTok and His Closest Friends Changed Everything [Q&A]
August 24, 2021
"I'm 25 and I've spent my whole life working for this moment."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
beabadoobee Eloquently Moves Forward in “the way things go”
July 19, 2023
"the way things go" is decorated with satin ribbons, prim and proper ballerinas, fresh florals, and all things Sandy Liang.
Author:
Tatum Van Dam
INJI Isn't Here to Settle For Anything Less Than "THE ONE"
January 23, 2023
INJI continues to inch toward dominating the electronic music scene.
Author:
Dillon Stave
Armenian Pop Singer Brunette Releases "Love the Way You Feel" in Support of Non-Profit Nvak
September 3, 2019
Nvak works in countries facing social, political, and cultural turmoil to help young students write, record, and distribute their own music.
Author:
Hannah Cotter
Ryan Beatty Attempts to Answer the Unanswerable in 'Calico'
April 28, 2023
Calico is a transformative step for the visionary singer-songwriter.
Author:
Abby Kenna
tsubi club Makes One Hell of a First Impression With "burbank house"
October 27, 2021
"burbank house" may be the debut single from tsubi club but it feels like anything but.
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