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KIRBY's "Don't Leave Your Girl" Is a Timeless Neo-Soul Ode
October 18, 2019
The BeyonceÌ, Kanye West, and Ariana Grande writer is stepping into the spotlight.
YUNGBLUD's 'the underrated youth' Is Larger Than an EP. It's a Movement
October 18, 2019
"It's become less and less about me and more about this whole collective of people coming together to fight for what we believe in."
Smino, Noname, and Saba Unite as Ghetto Sage in "Hà¤agen-Dazs"
October 18, 2019
Chicago's finest indeed.
Mack Keane's 'Aquanetta Dr. - Pt. II' Is an R&B-Fueled Trip Down Memory Lane
October 18, 2019
Mack Keane continues to surprise us with some serious emotional and sonic heat.
Transviolet Takes a Stab at Donald Trump and Our Capitalist Hellscape in "Money Money" Visual
October 18, 2019
"Money Money" is a tongue-in-cheek ode to greed, corruption and rampant consumerism.
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Au/Ra on Writing Fan Fiction, Anime, and Not Having to Always "Stay Happy" [Q&A]
October 17, 2019
Au/Ra may be the only artist we know who can speak Elvish.
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Neo-Soul Artist Dana Williams Is Tired of You Being So "Hard" On Yourself [PREMIERE + Q&A]
October 17, 2019
"'Hard' is a very introspective song about the pursuit of nonexistent perfection, and being so hard on yourself about being hard on yourself."
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Riz La Vie Explores Emotional Intimacy in Heartbreaking "Napkins" Video [PREMIERE]
October 17, 2019
"This film is about perspective and life"
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O Future's "Telephone" Visual Is a Glossy, Hyperfutristic Trip [PREMIERE]
October 17, 2019
"Telephone" takes a transparent look at existing in a manner you truly desire and the feeling of craving something more.
Daniela Andrade's "Gallo Pinto" Holds a Message for the Dreamers
October 16, 2019
"I wanted to bring a sense of honesty and humanness to what my family and other immigrants are striving for; hope and a better future."
Jimi Somewhere's 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' Contemplates Past, Present, and Future
February 5, 2021
After a long wait, Jimi Somewhere's debut album 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' finally released this week.
Max Leone Chases the Ultimate High in "the craziest thing i've ever done"
April 5, 2021
"the craziest thing i've ever done" arrives as Leone's most romantic and enthralling track to date.
Lexi Jayde Throws a Party For One in "bedroom walls"
June 4, 2021
Expressing a maturity that betrays her age, Jayde and her music is in the midst of coming-of-age.
Faye Webster's "I Know I'm Funny haha" Proves That There Is Beauty Behind Pain
June 29, 2021
Webster pairs saccharine euphoria and dreadful insecurity with a songwriting wit that never ceases to amaze.
Claire Rosinkranz's '6 Of A Billion' Is a Sonic Playground For the Rapidly Rising Star
July 9, 2021
<i>6 Of A Billion</i> is a testament to the ever-evolving range to be found in the next generation of pop stars.
mxmtoon, Billie Eilish, Dominic Fike, and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
August 1, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist from Ones to Watch.
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.
carolesdaughter's “nobody’s favorite person, not even my own” Is a Daring and Raw Self-Portrait
April 17, 2023
"The only thing you own in life is your body and your soul and no person is worth losing that for.”
BEL's "Cold Brew" Is For Anyone Who Has Ever Felt the Pain of Being Ghosted
June 9, 2023
"It’s a song about trying to be the ‘chill girl’ and trying to act totally unfazed even though I was actually really hurt.”
Take the Road Less Traveled with Mark Diamond's Synthy "Road"
February 8, 2019
The 25-year-old has been stockpiling radio-ready tracks for our impatient ears, and "Road" is the newest taste of this secret collection.