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Stevedreez Is an Old Soul With a Fresh Sound in "Darling" Music Video [Premiere + Q&A]
August 26, 2021
In both sight and sound, Stevedreez is the human embodiment of the '70s.
Author:
Yasmin Damoui
Bakar Muses on Nepotism and the Black British Experience on "The Mission"
August 23, 2021
Bakar explores what it means to be a "futuristic immigrant" in a world that still scrutinizes people of color.
Author:
Joey Legittino
After Three Years Of Silence, ABRA Unites With Playboi Carti and Boys Noize on "Unlock It"
August 20, 2021
It's difficult to fathom a better reintroduction into music than ABRA's "Unlock It."
Author:
Carter Fife
Erica Cody Gets "Back to Basics" on Enviable R&B Slowburn
August 20, 2021
"When you take it back to basics and ignore the outside noise that's when it works best."
Author:
DJ Connor
Skylar Stecker Proves Stadium-Ready With 'Earth Signs' Performance [Premiere]
August 18, 2021
Skylar brings her latest striking EP to life in grand, praiseworthy fashion.
Author:
DJ Connor
Maths Time Joy and Rich Work Towards Healing on "Move"
August 16, 2021
Touching on the importance of putting "one foot in front of the other," "Move" is a gorgeously reassuring, hypnotic offering.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Hypnotic and Honest, Amaria Is Florida's Most Promising R&B Star
August 11, 2021
Synthesizing the best elements of funk, R&B, and ambient music, Amaria is an artist that needs to be on your radar.
Author:
Carter Fife
Sam Austins and Sir Chloe Capture Teenage Euphoria on "Joy For Youth"
August 10, 2021
"'Joy For Youth' is a sonic time capsule, surrounding the aura of childhood bliss and teenage rebellion."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
appleby's 'While You Were Sleeping' Is a Siren Call to Home
August 6, 2021
</>While You Were Sleeping</i> is a love letter to young Black men in the midst of finding themselves.
Author:
DJ Connor
Eryn Allen Kane's Message of Strength in Vulnerability Is Anything But "Fragile"
May 17, 2019
Kane blends together the atmospheric soundscapes of R&B with the authenticity of soul to create purposeful ballads about social injustices and the fragility of life.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
NOA Is Going Through the "Motions" of a Nasty Breakup [Premiere]
February 20, 2020
NOA connects with her listeners in a way that is both relatable and distinct.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Kyle Dion, UMI, and Duckwrth Make for an R&B Dream Team in "Play Too Much"
February 24, 2020
A three-way match made in heaven.
Author:
Jessica Thomas
Molly Kate Kestner Is Resilient through Loss & Disappointment with Uplifting "My Way Up"
June 3, 2019
"I think once you stop trying to walk in other people's paths and you find your OWN, that's when the direction becomes clear."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Bren Joy on 'Arcane,' Revisiting Tumblr-Era R&B, and Manifesting Good Days [Q&A]
January 11, 2022
Joy is making the most of his 20s.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Ben Kessler's "Even When You're Home" Is All About Acceptance [Premiere + Q&A]
December 19, 2019
Home isn't always where the heart is.
Author:
Precious Kato
Forest Claudette Comes Into Himself With the Immaculate ‘The Year of February’
September 30, 2022
'The Year of February' is a riveting junction of styles and depth, a happy collision of “essences of who I am.”
Author:
DJ Connor
SATICA Lets Her Guard Down in the Silky Smooth "Take A Walk" [PREMIERE]
May 23, 2019
"Take A Walk" reflects SATICA's growth as a musician and human.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
quami.xyz Reflects on His Past, Present, and Future Self in "evolve"
May 16, 2022
"evolve" sees quami.xyz accepting himself, flaws, beauty, and all.
Author:
Ethan Ijumba
Celeste Is the Rising R&B Songstress Who Highly Values Intimacy in Her Songwriting
September 5, 2019
Although Celeste was born in sunny Los Angeles, her entire childhood was spent in the U.K., where she indulged in the musical stylings of Aretha Franklin and Billie Holiday.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul