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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
HONNE and Pink Sweat$' "What Would You Do?" Is the Perfect Post-Quarantine Anthem
June 29, 2021
This song is the perfect soundtrack to your carpe diem moment.
Author:
Krista Marina Apardian
Let Amber Olivier's Silk-lined Voice Keep You Warm This Winter [NEW ARTIST DISCOVERY]
January 2, 2019
Olivier's vulnerability is intoxicating, capturing love's bliss, absence and understanding.
Author:
Chuck Ramos
Ari Chi's "Hot Honey" Is an Irresistible Ode to Love, Lust, and Pizza
January 21, 2020
"I'm trying to get the listener to trust me and give me their all."
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Alaina Castillo Is a Backseat-Driving Fashionista in "No Importa" Video
November 29, 2019
Castillo is securing her place as the next pop icon.
Author:
Bianca Brown
tobi lou Proves His Career Is 'Non-Perishable'
March 14, 2022
tobi lou thrives in a state of comfortable unpredictability.
Author:
Arielle Lana LeJarde
ARI Turns a Nightmare Into the Dance-Inducing Single "Oh Well" [Premiere]
March 26, 2020
ARI has all the makings of a rising pop star.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Blxst Joins Forces with Drakeo The Ruler & Russ on 'Just For Clarity' EP
March 12, 2021
Blxst is back with a surprise two-track EP to reassert his status as one of LA's hottest upcoming artists.
Author:
Carter Fife
Kyle Dion Puts a Relationship to Rest in "DEAD"
October 30, 2019
Dion's latest bout of infectious R&B arrives with a "Thriller"-inspired video just in time for Halloween.
Author:
Bianca Brown
Renao Carves Out a Tender Moment of Comfort on 'Holding My Breath' [Q&A]
March 30, 2022
"Holding My Breath" is all about finding comfort regardless of being separated from things you love.
Author:
DJ Connor
Let Lolo Zouaï Empower You with French-Infused R&B-Pop in 'High Highs to Low Lows'
April 22, 2019
With this refreshingly innovative approach, Zouaï channels classic R&B, Algerian Raï, and Bay Area hip-hop in her glossy debut album.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul