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Kwame Adu and Zay Celebrate Juneteenth With KWAMZAY EP 'Motherland!'
June 21, 2021
Evoking comparisons to the likes of Ohbliv, Madlib, and The Alchemist, KWAMZAY is heady hip-hop at its finest.
Author:
Carter Fife
With 'Stains,' De'Wayne Aims to Become a Generation-less and Genre-less Star [Q&A]
June 18, 2021
"Every song on this record is urgent because it has to be."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Eloise's 'Somewhere In-Between' Is a Sublime R&B Escape
June 18, 2021
"It's all about growing pains, growing up, and how love changes form and meaning."
Author:
Jolene Latimer
19 LGBTQIA+ Artists You Need to Listen to This PRIDE
June 17, 2021
These artists deserve a spot on your PRIDE playlist and every playlist for that matter.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Nana's "Save Yourself Sessions" Are Inspirational Moments of Fine-Tuned Storytelling [Q&A]
June 17, 2021
"Poetry is poetry, but rap is another level. That's why I chose that form of therapy."
Author:
Carter Fife
Danny Singh Proves Himself King of the New Wave With 'Ozone Park' Mini Movie [Premiere]
June 17, 2021
<i>Ozone Park</i> is equal parts multimedia experimentation and love letter to home.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
'The Life Of Pi'erre 5' Proves Pi'erre Bourne Saved the Best Beats For Himself
June 17, 2021
Hip-hop's cultural landscape would look entirely different without Bourne.
Author:
Carter Fife
Ryan Wright Delivers on the Unapologetic, Cute, and Upfront "Happy Birthday"
June 17, 2021
Wright is no stranger to upfront lyrics, unapologetic callouts, and lighthearted F yous.
Author:
Joe Beer
Hotel Decor's Debut EP Is an Ambitious Stylistic Balancing Act That Pays Off
June 17, 2021
<i>Could It Take Me Any Longer</i> is an incredible showcase of Hotel Decor's raw artistic talent.
Author:
Carter Fife
Hannah Jadagu on the Black Artists That Inspire Her
June 16, 2021
From SZA to Yves Tumor, Jadagu's influences are as diverse as her nuanced sound.
Author:
DJ Connor
Wallice Rides a Rollercoaster of Emotions in "90s American Superstar" Ahead of Sophomore EP
April 5, 2022
Equal parts breakup and diss track, Wallice kicks off the rollout of her new project in exuberantly cathartic fashion.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
BLACKSTARKIDS and beabadoobee Manifest a Technicolor NYC With "CYBERKISS 2 U*"
September 8, 2022
"CYBERKISS 2 U*" is a genre-bending earworm that captures the overwhelming spectacle and unrestrained joy of New York.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Manila Killa and Sara Skinner Give it "All 2 U" in Explosive New Single
January 11, 2019
+ Be sure to catch Manila Killa on his upcoming '1993' Tour.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Electronic Mastermind Vincent Makes Room for Vulnerability in Debut 'For You' EP [PREMIERE]
February 21, 2019
"The goal for this EP was to create something deeper than a simple collection of songs - an intimate record with meaning and depth, told through melody and lyrics cohesively."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Say "Au Revoir" to Your Ex with PHANGS' Synth-Pop Anthem [PREMIERE + Q&A]
April 18, 2019
If you've never heard of PHANGS before, you're most definitely in for a savory treat from Nashville, Tennessee.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Dounia Delivers a "DELIGHTFUL" Scene in Candlelit Video
December 10, 2019
Although Dounia is only 22, she connects with her listeners in ways not many other musicians can.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Isaia Huron's "Somehow I Knew" Is an Incredible Vocal Display
December 17, 2020
Nashville R&B artist Isaia Huron has built up a following through self reflexive songwriting and a smooth vocal performance.
Author:
Tyler Borland
Justin Nozuka's "summer night o8" Is a Delicate Declaration to New Love [Premiere]
January 15, 2021
Today, Justin Nozuka has returned with "summer night o8," a tender expression of the emotions associated with new love.
Author:
Malc.
Jacqueline Hackett Makes 2021 Debut With "The Rest of the World Could See"
April 8, 2021
New York City-based singer-songwriter Jacqueline Hackett explores emotional hang-ups and heartbreak on her crisp and sweeping alt-country debut single "The Rest of the World Could See."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Harry Hudson Wants to Be an Artist and Beam of Light For Those Who Need Help [Q&A]
May 27, 2021
Hudson opens up on his Father's loss, grief, his charity efforts, and new EP in a vulnerable and personal interview.
Author:
Joey Legittino