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Deb Never Explores the Human Condition on 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone?'
September 10, 2021
<i>Where Have All the Flowers Gone?</i> is one of the most human projects of the year.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Baby Keem Makes His Case For Album of the Year With 'The Melodic Blue'
September 10, 2021
One of hip-hop's most anticipated projects is finally here.
Author:
Carter Fife
kenzie on TikTok, The Sims, and "Happy For Me" [Q&A]
September 10, 2021
"I feel like I always have to look so perfect on social media and that's toxic. I should just be posting whatever I want."
Author:
Paige MacDonald
The Band Camino Aim For Anthemic and Emotional Highs on Debut Album [Q&A]
September 10, 2021
On their long-awaited debut album, The Band Camino doubles down on what they do best.
Author:
Paige MacDonald
Saint Bodhi Stays True to Herself on the Fearless 'Antisocial'
September 10, 2021
<i>Antisocial</i> feels like a reckless measurement of societal bullshit, a purge of nonsense for genuine feelings.
Author:
DJ Connor
Blanks' "Never Have I Ever" Is an Infectious, Nostalgic Anthem [Premiere]
September 9, 2021
As Blanks barrels forward with a reckless, charming abandon, it feels nigh impossible to resist his palpable euphoria.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Jordane Delivers a Transfixing Debut With "Walk" [Premiere]
September 9, 2021
Jordane's music plays out with all the intimacy of a secret shared between friends.
Author:
DJ Connor
Charlie Powers Wears His Heart on His Sleeve on "Alone With Myself"
September 8, 2021
"Alone with Myself" is a contemplative demonstration of Powers' musical confidence.
Author:
EJ Saftner
Priya Ragu Is Taking Her Destiny Into Her Own Hands [Q&A]
September 8, 2021
"It feels like I was meant to do this, it was always within me."
Author:
DJ Connor
Who Is mxmtoon? | mxmtoon on BTS, Life Is Strange, and Favorite TikTok Trend
September 7, 2021
Meet the DIY artist blending painful honesty and palpable sincerity.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Alexander 23 and Laufey's "Ain't Christmas" Is the Perfect Salve For Your Holiday Blues
December 2, 2022
Move over Mariah Carey; there's another Xmas anthem in town.
Author:
Jolene Latimer
FRND CRCL Explore What It Means To Be Suburbanites On New LP 'Suburban Dictionary' [Q&A] | THE NOISE
July 20, 2023
'Suburban Dictionary' is a deep dive into the discontent of growing up through the lens of the suburban teenager, honing in on an emo-tinged view of entrapment and boredom.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of the Last Week
September 12, 2023
From Laufey to Bakar, these are 5 music videos you don't want to miss.
Author:
DJ Connor
INTRN Revels In Vulnerability, Unravelling the "Seams" of First Love Lost
September 2, 2020
In his latest single, "Seams," INTRN confronts his post-breakup demons head on.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Imugi Have a Knack for Honest Lyrics With Warm Vibes [Q&A]
November 16, 2020
Electronic duo Imugi makes the kind of music that's hard to condense into a neat little introductory sentence. We caught up with the pair ahead of their killer set at the very first Ones to Watch showcase to chat collaboration, the good kind of DMs, and the virtue of taking some time out once in a while.
Author:
Georgie Wright
Kenny Mason's "Play Ball" Video Is a Punk-Rap Nostalgia Trip
June 16, 2021
Mason's music is a harmonious synthesis of punk, alternative rock, and Atlanta hip-hop affinities.
Author:
Carter Fife
Maisie Peters' Sonic Diary Entries Take the World Stage on 'You Signed Up For This'
August 30, 2021
Maisie has a transcendent talent for balancing heartfelt storytelling with a pop star poise well beyond her years.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Norwegian Producer Marius Unveils Hypnotic Single & Trippy Visualizer, "Breeze" [PREMIERE]
March 21, 2019
Rising producer and multi-instrumentalist Marius is equal parts offbeat, outlandish and mesmerizing.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Baird Reminds us of the Magic of A/B Singles In "In Dreams/Anais" [PREMIERE]
May 7, 2019
The full magnitude is felt when they're listened in succession, beginning with the swooning of "In Dreams..." but ending with the more somber message of "Anais."
Author:
Greg Gaffney