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SEB Pens an Ode to Ephemeral Beauty on "god of the sunsets"
October 6, 2021
"For a short moment at the end of every day, the sky is lit up with brilliance while counting down to darkness at the same time."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Meet Los Bitchos, the Party Band Ready to Set Your Heart Ablaze
October 6, 2021
Los Bitchos' music unfurls to reveal a kaleidoscopic amalgamation of far-off locales, disparate moods, and lush sonic textures.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
RBTS WIN Present a Dazzling View on Love With "Gold Beamer" [Premiere + Q&A]
October 5, 2021
"Our goal is just constant creative output from here until forever."
Author:
DJ Connor
Ruby Fields Tells Part of Her Life Story on 'Been Doin' It For A Bit' [Q&A]
October 5, 2021
A sense of honesty bleeds into every aspect of <I>Been Doin' It For a Bit</I>.
Author:
Ally Rincà²n
Valley Make a Sonic and Emotional Breakthrough on 'Last Birthday'
October 4, 2021
<i>Last Birthday</i> plays out with all the infectious euphoria of someone reaching emotional clarity.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
girlhouse Walks Us Through Her Cathartic 'the second EP,' Track By Track
October 4, 2021
gilrhouse takes us through the trials and errors of what relationships hand us, the ups and downs and everything in between.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Wallows Deliver on the Heartfelt and Dynamic "I Don't Want to Talk"
October 1, 2021
"'I Don't Want to Talk' is ultimately a song about insecurities."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
LØLØ Is Done Feeling Sad on "u look stupid"
October 1, 2021
"It's about standing up for yourself and letting people know you can't be fucked with."
Author:
Ally Rincà²n
Aidan Bissett Wants You to Know It's Okay to Be Alone [Q&A]
October 1, 2021
"I would hope that it inspires you to be your independent, wonderful self again."
Author:
EJ Saftner
Gracie Abrams' "Feels Like" Is a Touching Moment of Poignant Euphoria
October 1, 2021
Gracie's deeply affective songwriting feels truly timeless.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Issue 01: School's Out!
September 7, 2022
Our very first zine, featuring Lexi Jayde, ericdoa, Thomas Headon, Riovaz, and more.
Author:
Ones To Watch Staff
Kailee Morgue and Hayley Kiyoko's "Headcase" Is an Early Contender for 2019's Best Pop Moment
March 22, 2019
Openly addressing mental health issues, openly queer, and creating some of the best music out there - Morgue is the pop star we need in 2019 and beyond.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Even in Difficult Times, Alexander 23 Wants You to Be There For Others
March 19, 2020
"...being there for people when things get hard is hard. It's the latter that really defines a compassionate relationship."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jim-E Stack Enlists Dijon on the Glistening "Sweet Summer Sweat"
August 12, 2020
San Francisco-bred producer Jim-E Stack is back with a nostalgic wooze featuring alternative R&B's rising star, Dijon.
Author:
Maddy Quach
Experimental Genius Absofacto Is a Game Changer in Modern Radio [Q&A]
July 17, 2019
His breakout hit single, "Dissolve" is more than enough to convince you that Absofacto is truly a game changer in modern radio.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
BIGBABYGUCCI on Staying Independent, His Upcoming EP, and More [Q&A]
February 26, 2021
We got the chance to connect with BIGBABYGUCCI via email and learn more about his project, dream collaborations, his major influences, and more.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Jasmine Thompson Proves "Loyal" In Her Bold Return To The Music Scene
February 18, 2019
The first taste of new music this year, "Loyal" showcases Jasmine Thompson's mature songwriting capabilities and disciplined vocals.
Author:
Kelly Itatani
Jack Gray Treats Us to Soothing Piano Melodies in "Take Our Time" [PREMIERE]
April 4, 2019
Jack Gray has perfected an enthralling fusion of organic instrumentation and dynamic electronic synthesis.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Kevin Abstract's 'ARIZONA BABY' Is the Rap Album We've Needed for Ages
April 26, 2019
Rap and the gay experience have historically existed at odds, but in ARIZONA BABY, being an openly gay man builds the emotional crux for an album poised to go down as one of 2019's crowning achievements in hip-hop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Hoeing, Sexual Freedom, and the Pop Banger That Is Kim Petras' "Do Me"
May 30, 2019
"To all my fellow hoes out there... Please STANd for ur national anthem."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul