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April and "The Impossible Task of Feeling Complete"
February 24, 2020
April's debut single is a sonic hug brimming with warmth in spite of its somber soundscape.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Stars and Rabbit Reveals a Utopian Soundscape in "Naked King" [Premiere]
February 24, 2020
The Indonesian duo crafts an infectious blend of indie pop and indie rock that straddles the line between Mazzy Star and early Bjà¶rk.
Author:
Mike Olinger
chloe moriondo's "Ghost Adventure Spirit Orb" Is Equal Parts Candid and Triumphant
February 21, 2020
"'Ghost Adventure Spirit Orb' is inspired by my experiences dealing with mental illness in high school and the ways I cope with it."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Madeleine Mayi Is a Rising Indie Rocker With a Penchant for Sad Songs [Q&A]
February 21, 2020
Mayi has a gift for instilling fleeting moments of optimism within her honest, heartfelt ballads.
Author:
Kristin Robinson
MICHELLE Is Challenging the Modern-Day Music Collective
February 18, 2020
MICHELLE exists in the nostalgic warmth of New York in the summer.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Yeek Releases "Only In The West" Video, Heads East
February 14, 2020
Yeek is saying goodbye to the city of angels.
Author:
Emily Smith
Yoshi Flower Yearns for Only One Thing in "7 Days" Video
February 13, 2020
The all-consuming nature of love clearly its hold over Yoshi Flower.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Huron John Is Up to Something in 'Apocalypse Wow, Vol. 1'
February 13, 2020
In this saturated space, it is refreshing to see something this wickedly confident.
Author:
Precious Kato
Nick Leng and Chester Watson's "Plastic Moon" Is an Otherworldy Offering
February 12, 2020
The new single arrives hand-in-hand with a cosmic, clay-animated video.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Myles Cameron Creates a Chilly Late-Night Atmosphere in "LED"
February 12, 2020
An inspired moment of intimacy courtesy of Cameron.
Author:
Jenna Singer
Adam Melchor's "Turnham Green" Is a Sobering Moment of Empathy
August 9, 2022
In his latest single, Melchor beautifully examines shared hurt and perspective.
Author:
Gregory Castel
Magic City Hippies' "What Would I Do" Video Is a Love Letter to Life on the Road [PREMIERE]
August 6, 2019
Don't blame us if you end up taking out an ill-advised loan to purchase a van.
Author:
Brady Moses
half•alive Hits the Bullseye Once Again With "arrow" Video
January 18, 2019
More than just experts at putting together phenomenal music videos, half•alive's true talent lies in how they transform inner turmoil into purely infectious indie pop.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Riker and The Beachcombers Escape to Sea in "She Just Wants to Be Famous" Video [Premiere]
November 26, 2019
"Tropical islands, the beach, good vibes, fun music, rum, and tequila." Riker and The Beachcombers have it all.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Patricia Lalor Is the Perfect Addition to Your Quarantine Soundtrack
October 21, 2020
In covering everyone from The Maràas to Radiohead, the 15-year-old Irish artist perfectly captures the powerful feeling of self-discovery.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Chloe Lilac Claps Back at Sexual Objectification in "Here's Your Song"
January 21, 2020
Lilac's first single of 2020 is triumphant.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Elina Paints the "Mirage" of Post-Break-Up Blues
February 22, 2019
It is always so gratifying to come across an artist whose work becomes our secret refuge.
Author:
Andra Nechita
Our Wildest Anti-Pop Dream Just Came True with Wallows & Clairo's "Are You Bored Yet?"
February 1, 2019
Definitely not bored.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Oliver Malcolm Takes a Note From London's Underground and Gorillaz in "Kevin"
April 30, 2020
You can say a lot about enviable up-and-comer Oliver Malcolm, but one thing you cannot say is that he's predictable.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
All We've Been Listening to 'Lately' Is Still Woozy's Debut EP
May 3, 2019
How do you roll out the carpet for an artist whose post-genre inclinations swerve between sun-soaked anti-pop and otherworldly R&B at a moment's notice?
Author:
Maxamillion Polo