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Phangs Is Searching For the Beauty in Everything [Q&A]

Phangs Is Searching For the Beauty in Everything [Q&A]
September 15, 2021 "Even in the worst times. Even in a pandemic. Even with wild politics. You can find beauty."
Author: Joey Legittino
pop
interview
phangs
alternative pop
i love everything
Nessa Barrett Takes Control of Her Own Happiness on 'pretty poison'

Nessa Barrett Takes Control of Her Own Happiness on 'pretty poison'
September 13, 2021 In her debut EP, the viral star grapples with the cost of fame.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
alternative
album reviews
nessa barrett
pretty poison
Deb Never Explores the Human Condition on  'Where Have All the Flowers Gone?'

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
pop
indie
alternative
album reviews
deb never
where have all the flowers gone?
kenzie on TikTok, The Sims, and "Happy For Me" [Q&A]

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
pop
interview
kenzie
happy for me
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The Band Camino Aim For Anthemic and Emotional Highs on Debut Album [Q&A]

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
pop
interview
album reviews
the band camino
alternative pop
Blanks' "Never Have I Ever" Is an Infectious, Nostalgic Anthem [Premiere]

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
pop
never have i ever
blanks
nothing lasts forever and thats ok
Jordane Delivers a Transfixing Debut With "Walk" [Premiere]

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
pop
jordane
walk
Charlie Powers Wears His Heart on His Sleeve on "Alone With Myself"

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
singer songwriter
pop
charlie powers
alone with myself
Who Is mxmtoon? | mxmtoon on BTS, Life Is Strange, and Favorite TikTok Trend

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
singer songwriter
pop
interview
lollapalooza
bts
mxmtoon
who is
life is strange
Holly Humberstone Pens an Ode to Her Best Friend "Scarlett"

Holly Humberstone Pens an Ode to Her Best Friend "Scarlett"
September 7, 2021 "Scarlett" is as much of a fuck you to all the toxic partners out there as it is an ode to the best friends that keep us sane.
Author: EJ Saftner
pop
holly humberstone
scarlett
Who Is Tai Verdes?

Who Is Tai Verdes?
June 2, 2022 Meet the viral breakout star who shows no signs of stopping anytime soon.
Author: Ruby Scott
pop
interview
who is
tai verdes
who is tai verdes?
Grant Knoche's Electrifying Personality Shines in Edgy "DIAL TONE" Video [PREMIERE]

Grant Knoche's Electrifying Personality Shines in Edgy "DIAL TONE" Video [PREMIERE]
September 3, 2019 Knoche toured across America, playing 160 shows before launching his solo career as one of today's finest rising pop stars.
Author: Alissa Arunarsirakul
pop
singer-songwriter
DIAL TONE
grant knoche
LATENIGHTJIGGY's "Nela" Is a Sultry Tune Made For the Dancefloor

LATENIGHTJIGGY's "Nela" Is a Sultry Tune Made For the Dancefloor
July 6, 2022 "Nela" is a statement to his peer group that he can both steer and stir the pot.
Author: DJ Connor
pop
dance
latin
latenightjiggy
nela
The Aces Write a Breakup Letter to "Lost Angeles"

The Aces Write a Breakup Letter to "Lost Angeles"
April 6, 2020 "Lost Angeles" is equal parts love note and breakup letter.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
indie pop
the aces
lost angeles
Joel Blackmon is Earnest and Honest on  "Morning"

Joel Blackmon is Earnest and Honest on  "Morning"
June 24, 2020 Blackmon's vibrant harmonies and near-tears romantic lyricism will make him an instant favorite for those needing musical accompaniment to their summer love quests.
Author: DJ Connor
Soul
Pop
Joel Blackmon
Morning
BENEE Links with Bakar and Kenny Beats For the Jaw-Dropping "Night Garden"

BENEE Links with Bakar and Kenny Beats For the Jaw-Dropping "Night Garden"
July 15, 2020 Our favorite Kiwi continues to take 2020 by storm.
Author: Ruby Scott
pop
indie pop
anti pop
benee
bakar
night garden
kennybeats
Johnny Stimson Emerges From His Cocoon on 'Butterflies'

Johnny Stimson Emerges From His Cocoon on 'Butterflies'
October 8, 2021 Johnny has found a sound that can take him as far as his talent, imagination, and wings will carry him.
Author: DJ Connor
singer songwriter
pop
album reviews
butterflies
johnny stimson
rei brown Is a Born Anew in the Stellar ‘Xeno’

rei brown Is a Born Anew in the Stellar ‘Xeno’
July 11, 2022 Xeno feels like the crystallization of a lifetime of artistic intent.
Author: Maxamillion Polo
pop
R&B
album reviews
rei brown
xeno
Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]

Setlist.Fm Presents: Who Is Alex Cameron? [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 14, 2019 As one fan on Bandcamp puts it, his music can be chalked up to "Bogan pop from an alternate 1980s."
Author: Asal Shahindoust
new artist discovery
singer songwriter
pop
indie
alex cameron
Sycco Is an Infectious Dose of Sonic Sunshine

Sycco Is an Infectious Dose of Sonic Sunshine
April 3, 2020 Sycco is pulling us out of this springtime-sadness, let her do the same for you.
Author: Jenna Singer
new artist discovery
pop
anti pop
nicotine
sycco

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