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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
Who Is The Driver Era?
October 14, 2021
No one makes affecting and anthemic alternative pop quite like The Driver Era.
Author:
Ruby Scott
Civ Pierre Let's His Music Speak on His Behalf
December 4, 2020
With a masked face and an anonymous persona, Civ Pierre shows there's beauty in building mystique.
Author:
Tyler Borland
BROCKHAMPTON, beabadoobee, Mura Masa, & More | #NowWatching Playlist
August 23, 2019
A new BROCKHAMPTON album, Lizzo remix, and Mura Masa and Clairo collaboration? This week's #NowWatching playlist sounds like music to our ears.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Rainsford Is Unafraid to Pour Her Heart Out [Q&A]
October 24, 2019
For Rainsford, writing music is simply part of the human experience.
Author:
Joey Legittino
Emily Vu Wants You to Trust the Process on "Just Wait" [Premiere]
July 24, 2020
Emily Vu has all the makings of a Gen Z pop star.
Author:
Malc.
Adam Melchor Re-Imagines the Modern Love Song with Folky "Plan On You"
March 6, 2019
As it rains heavily in Los Angeles, we cannot help but find comfort in hot chocolate, warm blankets and Adam Melchor's intoxicating new single.
Author:
Andra Nechita
Cautious Clay Explores Purpose and Happiness in 'Table of Context' [Q&A]
March 27, 2019
On his third EP, the R&B purveyor is more assured of his sound and artistic intent than ever before.
Author:
Anna Scholfield
Deconstruct Jennifer Lopez' "El Anillo" with Skilled Producer DalePlay [ANATOMY OF A SONG]
March 6, 2019
Hear from the man who's worked with JLo, Becky G, Diplo and Skrillex.
Author:
Chloe Robinson
Dounia - "LOWKEY GRL" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
April 24, 2019
All eyes are on Dounia, the forward-thinking voice of a generation.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Uncover the Mystery of ilo ilo and Their Impeccable debut EP, 'wish i said this to u sooner'
June 14, 2019
ilo ilo is a purveyor of happy/sad dance music that is lighter than air.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo