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Joel Blackmon is Earnest and Honest on "Morning"
June 24, 2020
Blackmon's vibrant harmonies and near-tears romantic lyricism will make him an instant favorite for those needing musical accompaniment to their summer love quests.
Author:
DJ Connor
St. Panther Mourns With A Tinge of Savory-Sweet Hope on "These Days"
June 23, 2020
A jazz-infused, down-tempo ballad inspired by the sudden passing of a friend, she muses on moving forward in life from loss in a raspy, mesmerizing tone strikingly unique to her.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Hojean Gets Personal on "Hookup Culture"
June 22, 2020
Hojean can't do no "Hookup Culture"
Author:
Joey Legittino
Keedron Bryant's "I Just Wanna Live" Highlights the Heartbreaking Reality of Black Children
June 22, 2020
12-year-old Bryant captures a centuries-long burden of survival in heart-rending song.
Author:
Maddy Quach
rum.gold's "Fix Me" Showcases His Distinctly Beautiful Voice
June 19, 2020
rum.gold's distinctly beautiful voice has the stopping power of a shotgun.
Author:
Malc.
Ant Clemons Is Just Getting Started [Q&A]
June 18, 2020
Ant Clemons is ready for the spotlight.
Author:
Malc.
Jorja Smith Gets Jazzy With a Cover of St. Germain's "Rose Rouge"
June 15, 2020
Smith breathes new life into a modern jazz classic.
Author:
Maddy Quach
RIIKI's "Share Your Luv" is Exactly What We Need Right Now
June 12, 2020
RIIKI's latest single, "Share Your Luv," expresses a sentiment that is much in demand. And while the lyrics may have been meant more specifically, I think the buoyancy of the song, that baseline especially, serves this time succinctly.
Author:
DJ Connor
Kiana Ledé Searches For the Heart in a Heartless Administration
June 12, 2020
Ledé reimagines P!nk's "Dear Mr. President," and the sentiment originally aimed at George W. Bush feels all the more relevant today.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Sirens of Lesbos Take Us on a Mental Journey With "How Many Miles" [Premiere]
May 28, 2020
"How Many Miles" is the perfect soundtrack for your mental journey; a glimpse of heeded optimism with vibrant, visual lyrics and a retro melange of family sitcom sounds that make you want to start out on a journey despite the limitations.
Author:
DJ Connor
Meet Sekou, the UK Artist Sure to Take Your Breath Away With His Debut EP 'Out Of Mind'
July 10, 2023
Sekous emerges with a robust voice that feels nothing short of timeless.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
McClenney Connects With Baby Rose For the Introspective "Karma Plays"
July 2, 2020
McClenney is a maverick for the way he's been able to craft his own alternative R&B sound by combining elements of jazz, funk, pop, and soul in new ways.
Author:
Malc.
"Something of Myself" is Peter Fenn's Self-Reflective Reminder To Keep Chasing Your Aspirations
July 30, 2020
The self-produced singer/songwriter, Peter Fenn, is back at it with yet another memorable single.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Get Comfy & Enjoy Joseph Nevels' "Safe"
August 14, 2020
Joseph Nevels is back with his brand of Alt-R&B on "Safe."
Author:
Precious Kato
Kyle Dion Ushers In A New Era With Double Singles
August 10, 2020
Kyle Dion drops off two new records.
Author:
Precious Kato
Youngshann Asks for Reciprocity on "Better"
November 10, 2020
Virginia-based R&B singer Youngshann has released her brand-new single "Better"
Author:
Malc.
Hollyy Dives Headfirst Into Heartache on 'Miss The Feeling' [Q&A]
October 28, 2020
We were able to chat with alt-soul band Hollyy about how they created 'Miss The Feeling' amid a global pandemic.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
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
MYKA's "gucci bloom" Is a Bittersweet Ode to Sudden Heartbreak [Q&A]
December 15, 2021
"Anyone who listens to my music and relates, I call them 'unknown' because that's how it feels. That's what the fear is."
Author:
Chloe Liz
Kevitch Delivers a Dreamlike Debut EP With 'Secrets'
July 14, 2023
"I'm excited about this EP because it has a magical and hopeful feeling."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon