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Catharsis Takes Form on Grace Weber's Debut Album 'A Beautiful Space'
June 11, 2021
In the wake of the past year we've been subjected to, the importance of records like these, cannot be understated.
Author:
Carter Fife

The Maràas' "Un Millón" Has Us Feeling A Million Different Ways
June 9, 2021
Tinged with traces of pop, jazz, R&B, and reggaeton, The Maràas latest is a veritable sonic cocktail.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Fousheé's 'time machine' Is Dreamy, Hypnotic, and Entirely in a Lane of Its Own
June 7, 2021
Every moment on <i>time machine</i> feels like a stylistic left turn - an infectious baseball game where only curveballs are thrown.
Author:
Carter Fife
Siena Bjà¸rn's "Indigo" Is a Reminder That it Takes Two to Tango [Premiere]
May 28, 2021
"Indigo" shows us that as much as we want to blame the other person, we also play a part in our own suffering.
Author:
Chloe Liz

Hong Kong Boyfriend Catches Butterflies in "see u dance"
May 27, 2021
Relocating to LA and making music that lies somewhere between R&B, pop, and alternative, Hong Kong Boyfriend is living out his dream.
Author:
Alexis Vaganos

Talia Jackson Channels a Toxic Relationship Into Pop Bliss With "You"
May 24, 2021
The <i>Family Reunion</i> star delivers an earworm of single that is both relatable and reflective.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon

Jon Vinyl's "Told You" Is the Soundtrack to Your Makeup Sex
May 21, 2021
Vinyl's cathartic songwriting and captivating voice shine throughout every moment of "Told You."
Author:
Yasmin Damoui

Kami Leonne's "No Use Seducing Time" Delivers a Strong Dose Of Seductive Energy
May 11, 2021
Leonne sounds like the secret lovechild between Sango and Grimes in a universe where Elon Musk doesn't exist.
Author:
Carter Fife

goodboy noah's Debut EP 'nice' Is the Finest Selection of Hors D'oeuvres
May 7, 2021
<i>nice</i> arrives just in time for summer.
Author:
Paige MacDonald

Emotional Oranges' "Bonafide" Is a Reminder to Not Let Hard Times Phase Your Love
January 25, 2021
"Heavily inspired by The xx and Sade," "Bonafide" is unsurprisingly buttery smooth.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian

Monsune Treats Us to the Grooviest Synths & Childish Gambino-esque Vocals In "Outta My Mind"
September 3, 2019
Monsune's utterly soulful vocals blended with his steady ear for tasteful pop melodies are more than enough to win us over.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Maràa Isabel and Yeek Ponder Love and Long-Distance Relationships in "Where Does the Love Go?"
April 29, 2020
In the age of social distancing, Isabel's long-distance ode hits all the harder.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo

goodboy noah's Debut EP 'nice' Is the Finest Selection of Hors D'oeuvres
May 7, 2021
<i>nice</i> arrives just in time for summer.
Author:
Paige MacDonald

Ginger Root's 'Nisemono' Is a Euphoric Look at Imposter Syndrome and the Quarter-Life Crisis
September 12, 2022
Ginger Root has managed to find merriment within delicate introspection and sobering surrender.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Steve Lacy Proves Himself a Myth and a Legend in "Mercury"
June 17, 2022
"Mercury" is a lush, sonic playground for the peerless creative.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene

Jacob Collier and Daniel Caesar Are a Match Made in R&B Heaven
December 5, 2019
Their latest collaborative effort takes the rules of jazz and R&B and bends them to their limits.
Author:
Precious Kato

Durand Jones & The Indications Share 5 Tips for Spreading Love in 'American Love Call' Album
March 5, 2019
"We can begin to see the threads connecting our goals as disparate rallying cries blend into a single song."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul

Lolo Zouaï Takes Us on a Sensual "Ride" to Female Empowerment
April 15, 2019
Drawing influence from classic R&B, Rai music, and Bay Area hip-hop, Zouaï has developed this magical power to have us completely in our feels.
Author:
Alyssa Yung

Deaton Chris Anthony Dances to the Beat of His Own Drum in 'BO Y'
November 20, 2019
BO Y is a wicked fast-paced, crisp '80s synth club kid's dream.
Author:
Precious Kato