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Pukkelpop 2026 Was One For The Ages [Festival Recap]

Pukkelpop - or Belgian Coachella as I like to call it due to its iconic ferris wheel, dusty field and, of course, its incredibly stacked line-up - was back again this year with an unforgettable four-day edition. I spent the last few days running between stages, hitting my 20k steps and enjoying some of the best Belgian and international acts I could have dreamed of. Take note, because the acts we saw are certainly ones to keep an eye out for:

Sawyer Hill Makes the Dark Stuff Feel Fun In Debut Album “Everybody’s Home, Nobody’s Happy”

If you can’t decide whether you like rock, country or blues, Sawyer Hill’s debut album Everybody’s Home, Nobody’s Happy should settle your case - because it’s all three, often within the same song. Arkansas-born and bred, Hill fearlessly explores the emotional rollercoaster of a breakup, but does it so playfully, it almost contradicts itself.

Anna Graves Bares Her Newfound Free Soul in Breathtaking Debut “America’s Greatest Burnout” [Q&A]

Allow Anna Graves to reintroduce herself. The Minnesota native has learned quite a few lessons in the last few years and has so graciously detailed them in her stunning debut record, America’s Greatest Burnout. Infused with the traditional elements of beloved genres like country and Americana, Graves tells a modern story of artistic burnout in an industry with a short fuse and even shorter attention span. The record covers years of her life but comes back to the central message that if your goal is to break through, then you’re always operating as if there’s a wall in front of you. We dissected America’s Greatest Burnout with Graves, learning more about the process of freeing herself from the system by leaving LA to rediscover her purpose. It’s not easy to pack up and move back home, but Anna Graves is proof that the result may just be your best work yet.

The Situationship Diaries: Leah Sinclair’s Debut Is a Love Letter to Almosts [Q&A]

Leah Sinclair isn’t afraid to say the hard parts out loud anymore, and she’s done pretending like ending a situationship doesn’t hurt. If she’s learned anything throughout the process of making Lock & Key, it’s that you might not always have the right vocabulary to explain it to your friends, but sometimes relationships come without a clean ending that makes sense, and they can still hurt even if ill-defined.

hey, nothing Learn to Run Free on Sophomore Record ‘Hound’ [Q&A]

hey, nothing have been one of those bands that you feel cool knowing about, sort of a little secret you’ll try and hold on to, knowing full well they’ll be blowing up much sooner than later. In just a few years, the Athens duo have gone from the emotional honesty of their Maine EP to their new full length record, Hound out today, an incredible album that takes the foundation of those early songs and blows it wide open. It’s a record full of different emotions and dizzying highs, but it’s also one you can simply put on and jam to. It rips. You can hear shades of artists like MJ Lenderman, Big Thief, and Adrianne Lenker, but what makes Hound so exciting is the unique voice Tyler Mabry and Harley Phillips have developed together. You can hear the collaboration between them; this is music written by two people who know each other deeply.

Reign Judge Hits Overdrive on Her Latest Doo-Wop Meets Hip-Hop Hit [Q&A]

It’s hot, it’s heated and we’ve been in dire need of tunes that can take all that temperature down but keep the vibes high. We’ve fallen hard for the retro stylings of newcomer Reign Judge, who channels old school cool and lyrical wit on her latest single ‘Overdrive,’ a slight tempo shift from her previous work but still showcasing her gritty love lyricism. Reign popped off this year with her bombastic soulful approach, perfectly suited for the weather that has your AC in overdrive. If you need a cool melodic compress in your summer playlist, then Reign Judge is the solution and we had the pleasure of catching up whit her about her recent success, latest single & more.

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Josh Conway and His Three Course Meal of Plums

Producer, drummer, songwriter, and now artist, Josh Conway joined us in the studio to chat about his debut album, Plum. We dive into all the nuances of switching mindsets from band-to-solo-artist, the journey of learning to trust yourself, and giving into absurdity.

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• August Artist Of The Month Love Spells has captured our hearts and his debut album LOVE IS THE LAW has only given us more to admire.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Sawyer Hill, Dexter and The Moonrocks, Remi Wolf, and more.

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Kevian Kraemer’s “hit and run” Is Your New Temporary Fix

Kevian Kraemer’s newest song, “hit and run,” turns the rush of a fleeting romance into something irresistibly playful, making you sing along with a smirk of your own alongside him. From the very beginning, the track captures the feeling of desire and wanting to experience someone without caring whether you’re considered temporary. Rather than getting caught up in questions of permanence, Kraemer is at the mercy of this new romance, revelling in the thrill of it instead of thinking about a serious future. The result is a lighthearted, youthful “summer romance” anthem that will somehow always find its way into your queue.

Kunmie Makes Afrobeats That Touch Your Soul [Q&A]

“I just wanted to use Afrobeats to touch your soul,” Kunmie shared through our Zoom conversation from his place in Nigeria. Afrobeats is a genre and culture that has been pulsating in the music industry throughout the world and continues to grow. Kunmie is part of this new wave and he’s representing his own version of Afrobeats.

Ally Evenson’s ‘Speed Kills (All Gas)’ Glimmers With Hindsight and Confidence in 4 New Deluxe Tracks [Q&A]

Earlier this year Ally Evenson introduced us to the world of Speed Kills, a place where the line between villain and final girl is blurred, and uncertainty is the only thing to count on. Today, the story continues with 4 new tracks that add fire to the flame of an album so brilliant we wish it could last forever. Included in the deluxe is the record’s title track, which finally sees the light of day after months of reworking and contemplation. To say it’s worth the wait would be an understatement, as the final track embraces every element that makes Speed Kills special and captures it all with newfound perspective and surrender. We caught up with Ally to learn more about the process of Speed Kills (All Gas), writing her first true love song, and her dream alternate ending to the album’s horror inspired short film.

SOFIA ISELLA, Mud Enthusiast and Musician, Talks All Things Onstage at Hinterland [Q&A]

Yes, the mud is real. Yes, the hair in her face is intentional. No, it doesn’t bother her, and no, she isn’t possessed by a demonic force. SOFIA ISELLA, the twenty-one-year-old California-born singer-songwriter, is affectionately known for her quirks and unique stage presence. Usually caked in mud, dirt, or substitute substances (charcoal or cocoa powder if the real thing is not available), ISELLA sings about and stands up to misogyny, hypocrisy, and the patriarchy while using her platform to advocate for those society often pushes aside. She is unapologetically herself, and being deemed the “weird girl” has led her to amass a community of fans who are just looking to fit in, oddities and all.

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Josh Conway and His Three Course Meal of Plums

Producer, drummer, songwriter, and now artist, Josh Conway joined us in the studio to chat about his debut album, Plum. We dive into all the nuances of switching mindsets from band-to-solo-artist, the journey of learning to trust yourself, and giving into absurdity.

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• August Artist Of The Month Love Spells has captured our hearts and his debut album LOVE IS THE LAW has only given us more to admire.

🔁 NOW WATCHING: PLAYLIST

• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Reysha Rami, Ally Evenson, LIA LIA, and more.

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Young Miko Is the Coolest Girl at Hinterland [Q&A]

On stage and online, Young Miko is electric, powerful, and commands a room. Behind the scenes, and in a small trailer at Hinterland Music Festival in St. Charles, Iowa Young Miko is gentle, articulate, and refined. The difference in her personas is comforting and alludes to the idea that musicians are truly just like us - even if they received a “kajillion” views from a single clothing ad. Young Miko is more than just a character in the current rise of popularity in Spanish-speaking music. She is a dominant force in queer spaces, a powerhouse female rapper, and an artist who continues to push boundaries. Beyond the music, Miko has built a reputation for being effortlessly cool, refreshingly authentic, and deeply committed to creating a space where fans feel seen. She has a sincerity that makes her impossible not to root for. And if her career so far is any indication, she's only getting started.

In Conversation: UMI x PLACEHOLDER [Q&A]

For the latest installment of our Q&A series, we handed the mic to UMI and asked her to sit down with her personal OneToWatch, PLACEHOLDER: the colorful, soaringly passionate duo of Iris and Benj, who aren’t afraid to come into contact with a few scrapes along the way as they embrace imperfection in their music making journey. Their natural restlessness and refusal to conform to a specific genre in their songwriting feels like a natural extension to the same restlessness UMI channels in her own work. The pair met at a writers camp, and although they originally didn’t think the other knew very much about music, they later figured out they have more in common than they thought and became better for it. “Earthquake” and “Heart in My Hands” arrive ahead of a forthcoming EP that finds the duo fully embracing the beautiful mess of doing things their way.

Audrey Nuna Turns “superHuman” In New Single

Audrey Nuna is back with a bang! Following the extreme success of KPop Demon Hunters, in which she provides the singing voice of Mira, Nuna returns to her solo project with her new single “superHuman,” and it does not disappoint. The combination of hard-hitting beats, infectious melodies, and unique lyrical flows are some of the strongest they’ve ever been throughout Nuna’s career.

Ashe Demands We “Stop the Wedding!” on Her Triumphant New Single

Ashe has returned with the triumphant “Stop The Wedding!” after a meteoric past year. Having joined forces with her close friend and collaborator FINNEAS as The Favors, the superduo released The Dream, a love letter to 70s pop that honed on the poignant storytelling and luxurious melodies that falls perfectly in line with the raw, emotional structure that is found thematically in her songwriting.

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Outside Lands Highlights:

• Geese plays Glee Cover

• Tinashe performs “Nasty”

• Audrey Hobert and Malcom Todd perform “Phoebe” together

• Live debut of PinkPantheress x “Rush” Troye Sivan remix

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Love Spells is The Law

With a special guest host of our very own Nikkigirl, we chat with Love Spells on his latest album, LOVE IS THE LAW. Diving in, we cover everything from riding horses on Texas elementary school field trips to owing your personhood to the traits that marked you “weird” in high school.

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• August Artist Of The Month Love Spells has captured our hearts and his debut album LOVE IS THE LAW has only given us more to admire.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Alemeda, Florence Road, WHATMORE, and more.

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Ones To Catch: Outside Lands 2026

It’s almost time for San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park to be filled with music fans braving the notoriously cloudy summer festival that is Outside Lands. To say this lineup is stacked would be a gross understatement. Spanning every genre (and subgenre) you can identify, there’s something for everyone and so many new, exciting artists to discover. We highlighted a few of our faves to help you curate your schedule.

Meet Blue, the Singer-Songwriter Behind TikTok-Teased Debut “oh, lover”

You might have already heard “oh, lover,” in snippets on TikTok, as Blue has been teasing the catchy chorus since April. For the months since then, the comments have been consistently filled with users begging for more, and lucky for us, it’s finally time! But the question many of us have is, who is Blue?

How ggwendolyn’s Self-Diagnosed ‘Superstar Syndrome’ Became A Vessel For Her Greatest Artistic Achievement Yet [Q&A]

ggwendolyn knows how it feels to be stuck in the title of “rising star,” one who is perhaps expected to wait for others to determine when a debut record might make sense. There comes a time when waiting for the right moment is a myth and the only thing left to do is take matters into your own hands. This is the genesis of Superstar Syndrome, a story of perseverance fueled by a passion that no industry could ever take away. It’s the mission statement of Los Angeles native ggwendolyn’s life and is dissected through 11 tracks rich in expertly crafted instrumentals and poignantly honest songwriting.

From A Friend’s Attic To Making Music with Jack Harlow: James Savage Is On His Way To Becoming Timeless [Q&A]

In celebrating 11 years of OnesToWatch, we had some of our most iconic alumni tell us their OneToWatch. For Jack Harlow, that someone is James Savage. James’ relationship with Jack began through a mutual connection: his manager, who felt compelled to send his music to Jack. What started as a mentorship gradually evolved into a genuine friendship, with Harlow encouraging James through creative blocks and pushing him to trust his instincts, eventually leading to the making of his debut album PINE.

London born Nigerian Rapper DRIZZZ finds his flow in Sydney

DRIZZZ is a razor-sharp, energetic emerging voice that needs no introduction. His quick yet eloquent flow and clever lyricism are enviable in anyone, let alone a seventeen‑year‑old. Born in the United Kingdom, DRIZZZ first discovered his love of music in London before his family returned to Nigeria, where they lived for two years. After those two years, the family made the decision to move even further abroad, eventually settling in Sydney, Australia - a shift that marked the beginning of DRIZZZ’s more serious commitment to his craft.

How Wellington’s Dillon Jo Are Creating a New Coming of Age Soundtrack

Dillon Jo is the collaborative project of Wellington (Te Whanganui-a-Tara) artists Betty Smith and Georgie Levien. Formed at Massey University, the project began as an acoustic songwriting partnership between Betty and Georgia, who first started writing together in late 2024. Together, along with multi‑instrumentalist Kahu Sanson‑Burnett (formerly of Parallel Park) and drummer Ruadh Munro (formerly of Scarlett Crush), they are a queer, female‑fronted four‑piece band.

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Love Spells is The Law

With a special guest host of our very own Nikkigirl, we chat with Love Spells on his latest album, LOVE IS THE LAW. Diving in, we cover everything from riding horses on Texas elementary school field trips to owing your personhood to the traits that marked you “weird” in high school.

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🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• August Artist Of The Month Love Spells has captured our hearts and his debut album LOVE IS THE LAW has only given us more to admire.

🔁 NOW WATCHING: PLAYLIST

• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from INJI, ivri, Rachel Cinouriri and more.

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Making ‘I Hope You Don’t Remember Me’ Left Baby Queen With One Choice: To Return Back To Herself [Q&A]

Pop music can take many forms and there’s merit to each one of them. Honesty, at least in pop, is a complex concept. In a genre where melody and spectacle can take precedence over overexposing lyricism, it’s a magical thing to find an artist who’s mastered all of the above – and delivers earworms so brutally real that they feel almost too intimate to have access to. When I first discovered Baby Queen over six years ago, I was struck by that immediate force of knowing an artist’s heart. Today, with the release of her sophomore record, I’m transported right back to that experience: being blown away by music that mirrors my own insecurities and deepest truths.

Sophie Truax Gets By With a Little Help From Her Puppet Friends on New EP Can’t Split a Worm [Q&A]

If you’re a regular OnesToWatch reader, chances are you’ve seen Sophie Truax pop up in your feed. She’s hard to miss—and once you discover her, she’s even harder to forget. That’s because Truax is a multi-talented artist whose infectious pop songs are brought to life alongside a colorful, motley crew of collaborators: puppets. A puppeteer since college, Truax has made these whimsical creations an essential part of her artistic identity. On her new EP, Can’t Split a Worm, she invites listeners into a delightfully quirky world where playful visuals and sharp, heartfelt songwriting go hand in hand.

GIULIA BE: The Brazilian Popstar Who Chose To Just Be Herself...In Three Languages [Q&A]

Now LA-based, Brazilian popstar GIULIA BE is gearing up to release her second, eponymously titled album and the excitement is real. The singer, songwriter, composer, and actress won everyone over with her 2020 breakout hit “menina solta”, leading her to make a mark and be the youngest Brazilian to ever be nominated for a coveted Latin Grammy.

iKeda Pushes The Boundaries Of Electro-Pop In “Go!”

iKeda’s latest release is a carefree electro-pop thrill that feels tailor-made for all the unbothered women out there. Built on contagious chants, a Y2K club atmosphere and shimmering melodies, “Go!” emanates “getting ready with your girls” energy, capturing that shared sense of hype and support women naturally bring out in one another.

Devon Gabriella Takes Heartbreak To An Unexpected Place On New Single “Miss Us”

Heartbreak is a killer, but as everyone knows, nothing hurts worse than a friendship breakup. It’s a topic Devon Gabriella unpacks on new single “Miss Us,” where she mourns the platonic connection that’s lost when a lover leaves. Drawing you in from the very first line — “There must be something in the water // or tequila’s getting stronger” — “Miss Us” brings to mind old-school country with a modern twist. As Gabriella pours out her woes, you almost feel like you’re sitting down the bar from the artist, eavesdropping on her slightly-tipsy phone call.

Paris Paloma Knows What It Means to Be “Pre-Raphaelite”

You may already know Paris Paloma from her viral song, “Labour,” the feminist anthem that threw the alternative pop singer-songwriter into the spotlight. Since then, Paris has continued to refine her craft, putting her gift for weaving myth, longing, and modern womanhood into songs that feel both timeless and urgently of this moment on full display. Her latest single, “Pre-Raphaelite,” is the fifth from her sophomore album, Fatal Flaw, where through her use of 19th-century art history, Paris explores the female gaze, feminine beauty and the complexities of admiration, all within a modern context.

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Love Spells is The Law

With a special guest host of our very own Nikkigirl, we chat with Love Spells on his latest album, LOVE IS THE LAW. Diving in, we cover everything from riding horses on Texas elementary school field trips to owing your personhood to the traits that marked you “weird” in high school.

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🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Bella Kay took the internet by storm with addicting hit “iloveitiloveitiloveit” and is gearing up to release her debut album, My Reckless Abandon this month, making her our July Artist of the Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Master Peace, Denise Julia, Max McNown, and more.

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Finn Wolfhard Hopes You’ll Stay For What’s Next With ‘Fire From The Hip’ [Q&A]

Finn Wolfhard is an artist who perhaps needs little introduction. After all, the young multi-faceted creative spent the better part of his adolescence and young adulthood leading one of the biggest TV shows of the 21st century. As the curtain falls on Stranger Things, it might be easy to run to the knee-jerk headline — “What’s next for Wolfhard?” The answer is immediate for anyone lucky enough to witness the evolution of Wolfhard, the creative, outside of his biggest intellectual property to date. Music.

Macy Todd On Defying Genres, Not Being Afraid To Get Mean, And Creating Debut EP ‘pretty ruthless’ [Q&A]

The saying ‘timing is everything’ hits harder when you’re a musician putting out your first body of work. For Macy Todd, it hasn’t always been easy to trust time’s plan. Now that her debut EP pretty ruthless is finally arriving, it’s clear everything was meant to be. Upon listening to her music for the first time, it’s impossible to not be immediately taken by Todd’s naturally fortified vocals and genre-bending sensibility. Her sound lives and breathes without being assigned to any one world, but her love of pop, country, folk, and Americana are clear as day. We chatted with Todd about her southern sensibilities, beating boredom in the creative process, her first CMA Fest and much more.

Kevin Atwater’s ‘Blush Red’ Is An Involuntary Outpouring of Emotion [Q&A]

Maybe we were blushing already when he first appeared on our Zoom call, but it’s hard not to feel a little flushed when listening to Kevin Atwater. He’s dramatic, moving a little tempest of melody and circumstance that feels Lou Reed one moment, Michale Stripe the next. In short, we are always pulled into Kevin Atwater’s music, and on his latest album, Blush Red, that hasn’t changed a bit. The cinematic quality of it, the journey momentum of it feels voyeuristic and ghostly, like riding the wave of a romance not our own. Wanting some backstory to this album and more, we caught up with Kevin on the week of this release, all nerves and handsome smiles:

she’s green Takes Us Through Their New EP, Swallowtail, Track By Track

I’ve been a fan of she’s green since I first heard their song “graze” in 2025. The Minneapolis band has been busy since then and has now released their second EP Swallowtail. Environment has always been a big part of the band’s sound so not only did they take the time to break down their new EP track by track, they also assigned each song an element in nature.

Trophy Wife Holds Up A Funhouse Mirror on Latest LP ‘Pathetic’

Trophy Wife have never been interested in making themselves comfortable. On Pathetic, the Brooklyn alt-rock trio trades the outward fury of their debut Get Ugly for something far more unsettling: turning the spotlight inward and examining desire, insecurity, shame, and the contradictions that exist beneath the surface.

MARIS’ Secret to Stardom & the Gayest She’s Ever Felt [Q&A]

We don’t have enough room in our hearts for the love MARIS generates; she’s someone you cannot afford to doubt or ignore. Talented, vibrant in every quality, and with a voice that ruins any other singers for you, we cannot champion MARIS enough. With her latest single, “Losing People’ those sentiments are doubled down. We have the pleasure of hosting this firecracker at our NYC offices for a private PRIDE showcase and dug into the latest, the good gossip, and great advice.

REDD.’s Single “life” is a Punk Confessional Turned Pop Heart Attack [Q&A]

A bright color, a bright persona and a bright future, the color REDD. represents this international artist well. Music is the bloodline, melody the propulsion, REDD. Is a beating heart of energy & their latest single is a pop heart attack we needed to have. Popping off as a punk confessional, the collision of big drums, choruses and staccato lyrics is a real ‘life’ lesson and endemic to their remarkable songwriting and journey. Wanting as ever to dig in, discover, and be curious we dialed up REDD. in our content cubical to learn more:

From Jamaica to Global Stages: Rvssian Is Connecting Cultures Through Music [Q&A]

Producers are the architects of the music we listen to every day. They are part of what makes a song a hit, what helps shape an artist’s identity, and so much more. Jamaica, globally celebrated for its reggae and dancehall legacies, has been the foundation of several genres in the music industry today. Rvssian is a pioneering producer who has spent his career breaking cultural barriers, dominating the charts, and bridging Jamaican rhythms with the global Latin music scene.

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You Can Find Wasia Project in the 2515

We sat down with sibling duo, Wasia Project, to get the sneak peek at their upcoming album, Nocturne. Amongst a deep dive into the ethereal ethos of the project, we also discuss losing it all in Las Vegas, a cave-scented candle, and embracing the instinct of leaning into grittier, bolder sounds.

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• Bella Kay took the internet by storm with addicting hit “iloveitiloveitiloveit” and is gearing up to release her debut album, My Reckless Abandon this month, making her our July Artist of the Month.

🎤 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Eli returns to the road with the announcement of Strange Girl (Live On Stage!), an extended encore as an additional set of North American dates.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Ally Evenson, Sawyer Hill, Dexter and the Moonrocks, and more.

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Ella Jane Crafts A Mosaic of Self-Discovery in “Sparkwheel” EP [Q&A]

It’s been years since beloved indie singer-songwriter Ella Jane has put together a project of music, and for good reason. Between fulfilling a label deal, falling in love for the first time, ending the long-term relationship, and embracing her lesbian identity, there was a plethora of life to be lived in order for Sparkwheel to piece itself together. Inspired by the mechanism on a lighter that strikes the flame, she learned what it’s like to take life by the reins. The one thing that stayed consistent through it all was sitting down at the piano and writing lyrics so timeless and classic they feel like they’ve always existed. We chatted about Ella’s path to producing her own music, the timeline that allowed these songs to find a home with one another, and of course, her OnesToWatch.

In Conversation: Sassy 009 x girl in red [Q&A]

In a Pride month conversation between two of Norway’s finest, girl in red and Sassy 009 strip the artist personas away and chat as Marie Ulven and Sunniva Lindgard. Clocking in at just over an hour, the two creatives sat down for a conversation that was, at times, silly and carefree, though predominantly ultra-personal and nuanced. They allowed for a peek behind the curtain with comprehensive details about their creative processes.

Phoenix Laoutaris Brings Soul To Almost-Love With Her New Single “About You”

Phoenix Laoutaris has somehow transformed the anxiety-ridden, uncomfortable almost-lover’s tension into a soulful, desirable song. “About You” naturally embellishes romantic longing — and the uncertainty that comes with it — with sparkling saxophones, velvety vocals and a quiet confidence that leaks into every note.

Fall in Love With Ama Again on Her Self-Titled Re-Introduction [Q&A]

We love when old friend come to visit, especially when they are a witty & cheeky talent with a British accent who streams gregarious energy in a way that makes life feels so full. On, AMA, the namesake of the singer and latest album, a vexing combination of honesty, R&B sultriness and perspective unfolds over thirteen tracks highlighted by the smash single, “Need It Bad.” With a classic sound (think peak Brandy) Ama capably indulging the listener into a tent of nostalgia and relationship realness that begs repeat plays. Excited to host her in our content confessional room, we chased a bunch of insights into the album and more.

Brothel In Belize Explore Modernity Through Modular Synths in Album, Machine Machine [Q&A]

Fresh off the release of their latest album, Machine Machine, we caught up with electronic duo Brothel in Belize. The album explores the omnipresence of machinery, and how modern life is intertwined with the mechanics, sonically navigated through modular synths and inventive musical hardware. Eager to learn more about this unique approach, we sat down with the duo.

Ishmael is the New Picasso Making High Art Hip-Hop [Q&A]

Before he was soundtracking campaigns for YSL Paris, working with hip-hop juggernauts like Ciara and Vince Staples, and collaborating with luxury brands, Ishmael was just a kid from Rochester, New York, trying to figure out where he fit in. “I was in the street, in the hood, but I always felt adjacent,” he says. Rather than chasing trends, he’s focused on creating a body of work that feels complete and unmistakably his own. In the conversation ahead, Ishmael explains how he’s building that world one record, one visual and one idea at a time.

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EMELINE Is Not An Emotional Virgin

Pop icon, EMELINE, sat down with us to chat through her debut album, EMOTIONAL VIRGIN. Spanning a period of 4 years from conception to completion, we navigate the twists and turns of creating a debut album, as well as being a queer woman in the music industry, a writer of a rebel-Disney-princess-Broadway musical in-the-making, and embracing anti-shame.

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🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Bella Kay took the internet by storm with addicting hit “iloveitiloveitiloveit” and is gearing up to release her debut album, My Reckless Abandon this month, making her our July Artist of the Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from SIENNA SPIRO, overtonight, AKRILLA, and more.

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Charlotte MacInnes Channels The Natural World In Transformative Debut ‘HIGHWATER’ [Q&A]

Some musicians dream of playing stadiums, man-made structures built for maximizing the amount of humans who can fit into one space. Although those dreams are well within reach for ethereal songwriter Charlotte MacInnes, her ideal performance setting is immersed in the natural world. Her debut EP HIGHWATER sounds like running through the forest, making your way through the thick of it until reaching a peaceful clearing, a place you know is exactly where you’re meant to be. Inspired by dancing and singing only to the trees, MacInnes puts it all out there in 5 striking tracks that perfectly introduce her arresting vocal talent and singular perspective. We chatted about the EP’s intentional tracklisting, artists that inspire the young songwriter, and much more.

9 Questions With Girlfriend, Wife [Q&A]

Some things just make sense. A super-duo born from the brilliant brains of longtime friends Kacy Hill and Tessa DiNicola is one of them. Today, Girlfriend, Wife releases their first EP God Made Me A Star. The project spans 7 tracks that are diverse in sound, but completely honed in on a united vision. Through an ethereal lens, the pair turn the dull into something divine and thrive as a unit destined to shine. Drawing influence from Madonna to shoegaze, it’s a melting of the minds that is sure to soundtrack the lives of those lucky enough to find it. Although the answers already lie within the detailed dreamscape the girls have built, we couldn’t help but ask for more.

Debbii Dawson Tackles The World’s Troubles On New EP Where Have All The Good Men Gone?

The world is in shambles. Crooked politicians, global warming crises, bad boyfriends, financial woes; what’s a girl to do? If you’re Debbii Dawson, you channel those anxieties into the excellent new EP Where Have All The Good Men Gone? The project, created out of Dawson’s worries about everything from disasters on the news, to complicated personal relationships, is an 80s-pop-lover’s dream, full of dazzling synths, glittering electric keys, and dramatic choruses you’ll want to scream along to.

bothsxdes Oozes Confidence On Debut EP ‘wholehearted’

London/Paris-based French indie rock artist bothsxdes dropped his hotly anticipated debut EP wholehearted today, where he oozes confidence across five tracks filled with a kaleidoscope of human emotion. Debut single, “twentytwenty,” released last year, was a promising preview of the kind of shapeshifting indie prowess bothsxdes unleashes on wholehearted, displaying that he is truly one to watch on a record that is as intimate as it is expansive.

Lulu Simon Talks Touring With Madison Beer and The Healing Journey Chronicled in Her 3 Latest Singles [Q&A]

Lulu Simon pens her lyrics straight from the depths of her heart, chronicling a healing journey any listener can feel comforted by. Her newest string of singles, “Misty,” “Happy Again,” and “Somewhere Else” portray the steps of that path to peace and showcase her singular songwriting perspective. The new music coincides with an exciting opening slot supporting pop princess Madison Beer on her locket tour. We sat down with Simon the day after her Forum debut to chat all things touring, checking your ego at the door, and her favorite creative outlets on the road.

Through The Rabbit Hole And Into The Maze of Love in Regina Song’s “everland” [Q&A]

There is something ironically poetic about the fact that Regina Song, whose name literally translates to “Queen of Song”, decided to go for a career in music. She’ll tell you she never made that connection herself, and that kind of unassuming charm is exactly what makes her so easy to root for.

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EMELINE Is Not An Emotional Virgin

Pop icon, EMELINE, sat down with us to chat through her debut album, EMOTIONAL VIRGIN. Spanning a period of 4 years from conception to completion, we navigate the twists and turns of creating a debut album, as well as being a queer woman in the music industry, a writer of a rebel-Disney-princess-Broadway musical in-the-making, and embracing anti-shame.

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• Devon Again has stardom on the horizon. Her recent signing with Amusement Records, upcoming support slot for Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, new addicting single “snake the drain”, and longstanding OTW history make her a no-brainer for our Pride Artist of The Month.

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Molly Grace Celebrates Pride Month and the New York Knicks Pre-Show in Brooklyn [Q&A]

Molly Grace is a pop girl through and through. Her music is bold, authentic, and most importantly, fun. In Molly’s world, everything is covered in lipstick, sparkles, and pink, but ultimately, at the forefront of her artistic vision is queer joy. At her shows, she asks everyone to dress up and be ready to dance and belt her songs. Even if you’re not the soprano she is, she swears she’ll make you one!

Damin Tyler Explores Fleeting Connection With His Dreamy Debut “Real Man”

With his debut single, “Real Man,” Damin Tyler introduces listeners to a world that wades between memory and fantasy. Produced by Richie Quake, the track drifts on airy melodies and comforting instrumentation while navigating themes of masculinity, desire and connection. Rather than unrealistically landing on definitive answers, Tyler finds his place in the emotional grey areas — capturing the giddy excitement of intimacy, the ache of impermanence and the subconscious ways we seek solace in other people.

Lowertown Re-Embraces Adolescent Whimsy On Their Album, “Ugly Ducking Union” [Q&A]

Indie-folk’s favorite best friend duo, Lowertown, has returned with a whimsically delightful new album, Ugly Ducking Union. The album is crafted around a fantastical duckling named Dale, who teams up with a band of outsiders to build a community through one another. Although decorated with this joyous fictional universe, Ugly Ducking Union ultimately explores Avsha and Olive’s navigation of the world together. From being best friends, to roommates, to band members, to touring extensively, the pair have grown up alongside each other. This album is their return to form, both sonically, and in spirit, becoming the explorative kids they started this career as.

Meet Alyssa Grace, the Breakout Singer-Songwriter to Watch [Q&A]

18-year old Alyssa Grace has skyrocketed to a place in the internet’s hearts, charming listeners with her achingly relatable folk-pop songs. Writing about love, loss, friendship, family, and everything in between, she pairs vulnerable lyricism with undeniably alluring melodies, pulling at our heartstrings immediately. We wanted to know more about this talent before she inevitably tours the world – and in the few days between speaking with her and finishing this article, she’s hit the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Read on for more about Alyssa Grace, the singer-songwriter you need to be watching.

Cold Court Breaks All the Rules on Their Debut Album [Q&A]

We’ve been waiting for a record that really has us trying to bridge how we feel with what we’re thinking: a healthy destructive, a chaotic medicine that makes it feel a bit sick to feel a bit better. On their debut album, Cold Court fills that gap perfectly, and rips down the genre wall, rendering this an album that is inherently a statement. For a debut it’s ambitious, full of ruckus song structure with unpredictable melody & lyrics that had us pausing and rewinding in this era of skip. It is an internet-sounding album, with jazz interludes book-ended by punk dance, spying into your soul for youthful vigor, and releasing it in enviable energy. We were enthralled and reached out to the sibling duo who create the richest of the sounds, opening a wormhole of answers for you to revel in.

total tommy Makes You Headbang to Homesickness on Newest Single, “Winona Forever”

With each release, total tommy exemplifies more and more of her outgoing expression, and her latest single, “Winona Forever,” is a playlist must-have that revels in this energy. The Australian artist’s journey from synth-pop beginnings to her confident, current direction of raw, emotionally charged indie-grunge reaches another high point on this track. Inspired by travel, cinema and the awkward feeling of existing between places, “Winona Forever” homes in on the back and forth between losing yourself and holding onto the people, memories and identities that keep you grounded.

🏟️ TOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Acclaimed trio Tiny Habits have announced The Keepers Tour, their biggest North American headline run to date. For complete ticketing details, click here!

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EMELINE Is Not An Emotional Virgin

Pop icon, EMELINE, sat down with us to chat through her debut album, EMOTIONAL VIRGIN. Spanning a period of 4 years from conception to completion, we navigate the twists and turns of creating a debut album, as well as being a queer woman in the music industry, a writer of a rebel-Disney-princess-Broadway musical in-the-making, and embracing anti-shame.

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• Devon Again has stardom on the horizon. Her recent signing with Amusement Records, upcoming support slot for Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, new addicting single “snake the drain”, and longstanding OTW history make her a no-brainer for our Pride Artist of The Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Khatumu, Tiffany Day, Infinity Song, and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

Infinity Song Expands Horizons On Illuminating Self-Titled Album

It’s not a secret that for years now Infinity Song have built their reputation on exquisite harmonies and thoughtful songwriting, creating music that feels both intimate and expansive. On their self-titled third album, the sibling quartet broadens that foundation, reaching beyond the folk-rock textures that first introduced them to wider audiences and embracing elements of soft rock, soul, alternative, and R&B. The result is their most confident and fully realized release to date.

Rose Gray Relieves The Pressure in Electric Banger “Club To Your Arms”

If you’re on top of the what’s what in pop music, I don’t have to tell you 2025 belonged to Rose Gray. Her flawless debut album Louder, Please arrived at the top of the year and soundtracked it all the way until October, when she released the elevated deluxe A Little Louder, Please featuring fan favorite bonus tracks “April” and “Lotus.” Today, she’s back with her first solo banger of the year and it’s absolutely electric.

“I WANNA FEEL IT ALL” is INJI’s Chaotic Ode to Situationships

I think it’s safe to say we’ve all had an unfortunate encounter with an f-boy, or even worse, had a certain situationship with one that makes you cringe whenever your friend brings it up. More often than not, there’s a shame surrounding the experience. INJI not only ignores this ingrained embarrassment, but she overpowers it with a blinding confidence in her newest single, “I WANNA FEEL IT ALL.” Instead of turning her experience into another cautionary tale, INJI embraces every messy, exhilarating and self-destructive emotion that comes from a lust-filled situationship.

Isabel LaRosa Finds Light Through The Darkness of Being a ‘Promising Young Woman’ [Q&A]

Last time we chatted with dark-pop extraordinaire Isabel LaRosa, she was gearing up to release her debut album Raven at only 20 years old. After touring the world and reflecting on the experience of being signed to a record label throughout her formative years, LaRosa felt as fragile as porcelain. Pouring those feelings into her work resulted in the Promising Young Woman EP, 6 tracks that infuse light through the cracks of being a young, female artist. We spoke about saving songs and concepts for the right moment, her tight knit fandom relationship and impressive manifestation skills.

Diva Smith Gives In To Growing Up On Debut EP “Sunny Surrender”

Navigating your 20s can be rough; from relationship woes, to worries that everyone has it figured out but you, nothing is harder than growing up. Just ask Diva Smith. On her excellent new EP Sunny Surrender, Smith explores the ups and downs of getting older, confessing her own anxieties and accepting that life is never exactly what you were expecting.

Oscar Lindsey’s “Metal Through Her Lips” Is An Intimate Portrait of Understanding

There are certain qualities to songs that can’t be explained in mere words. Indie-folk newcomer Oscar Lindsey’s “Metal Through Her Lips” is one of those. It’s the lead single of his upcoming album that is sure to hook any ear that’s fortunate enough to stumble upon it. The emotional impact is entirely Lindsey’s vision, seeing as the young artist wrote, recorded, produced, and played the instruments on the track, with the help of some of his widely talented instrumentalist friends. The care and attention to detail is felt through every ounce of the atmosphere “Metal Through Her Lips” achieves, one that is destined to soundtrack the hot, reflective summer nights ahead.

Dissecting the Complete Artistic Immersion of The Army, The Navy’s Debut Record ‘Fake Brave Life’ [Q&A]

The Army, The Navy never expected being put in the position of pondering single choices or marketing their music on the internet. They’re just best friends who enjoy singing in beautiful harmony from their bedroom, so much so that it landed them the opportunity to make a debut record. Fake Brave Life is full of mysterious twists and turns, inspired by nature and its many complexities. We spoke to the dynamic duo about their favorite harmonies, the intriguing visual language of the album, and what it felt like to assume the role of recording artists.

Brenn! Is Pulling Out To Win On Americana Drenched Debut Album ‘AMATEUR AT BEST’

Brenn!’s debut album, AMATEUR AT BEST, is a strong full-length effort drenched in Americana and heartland rock, with the kind of earnest songwriting and anthemic hooks that will appeal to fans of Noah Kahan, Sam Fender, and Bruce Springsteen. The album blends folk-pop melodies, guitar-driven arrangements, and vivid storytelling into a coming-of-age record that feels both deeply personal and distinctly American.

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EMELINE Is Not An Emotional Virgin

Pop icon, EMELINE, sat down with us to chat through her debut album, EMOTIONAL VIRGIN. Spanning a period of 4 years from conception to completion, we navigate the twists and turns of creating a debut album, as well as being a queer woman in the music industry, a writer of a rebel-Disney-princess-Broadway musical in-the-making, and embracing anti-shame.

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• Devon Again has stardom on the horizon. Her recent signing with Amusement Records, upcoming support slot for Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, new addicting single “snake the drain”, and longstanding OTW history make her a no-brainer for our Pride Artist of The Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Cain Culto, Chanpan, Kevin Atwater, and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

Novulent Turns Old Wounds Into Growth On Latest Single “Self Destruct”

There is a particular catharsis that Novulent has built a career around: the ability to make devastation feel strangely beautiful. On “self destruct,” the Texas artist leans into that tension once again, delivering a shoegaze-laced anthem that transforms heartbreak into something far more powerful. As the first glimpse into the forthcoming VOL. 3 Deluxe, the single serves as both a return to familiar emotional territory and evidence of how much Novulent has grown within it.

Bb Trickz Returns With New Single “a la mala”

Just two weeks after the release of her first single of 2026 “le le,” Bb trickz is back with another banger: “a la mala.” Both of these new singles feature Hudson Mohawke production and a high-energy yet abrasive rock-leaning aesthetic, shifting her sound towards something decidedly more experimental rather than her traditional latin drill style.

DeathByRomy Dances In The Chaos On New Single “Manic Dream”

DeathbyRomy has always found beauty in destruction. On “Manic Dream,” the Los Angeles artist revisits adolescence through all of its sharpest contrasts, where invincibility exists alongside anxiety and freedom often arrives hand in hand with self-sabotage. Wrapped in industrial-pop textures and towering melodies, the track transforms those memories into something almost cinematic. It is a song suspended between past and present, tracing the distance between the girl Romy once was and the woman she has become.

Nothing’s Holding Ama Back

There are those moments before you open a door, when you already know what’s on the other side, yet you hesitate anyway. That’s the feeling Ama builds in the opening moments of “Holding Back”: a single string figure, eerie, patient and seductive.

Isabel Dumaa Balances Emotional Restraint and Rupture in “You Don’t Know Me”

Isabel Dumaa’s latest single “You Don’t Know Me” arrives as a poised reset, signaling the start of a new era nearly two years after her breakout EP Just My Nature. Now stepping into a new partnership with Lucille Records/Republic Records and WME, she returns with a track that does not really introduce itself so much as it reveals a shift in real time.

Ear “Choose Life” in Their Latest Album ‘Rumspringa’

Some albums don’t unfold so much as they slip through your fingers while you’re listening to them. Rumspringa, the second record from ear via A24 Music, lives in that exact sensation. It feels like trying to hold a conversation while the room keeps subtly changing shape, where meaning arrives in fragments and then dissolves before it fully settles.

🎤 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Singer/songwriter/guitarist Towa Bird will launch a North American headline tour on the heels of her critically acclaimed new album Gentleman.

🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Devon Again has stardom on the horizon. Her recent signing with Amusement Records, upcoming support slot for Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, new addicting single “snake the drain”, and longstanding OTW history make her a no-brainer for our Pride Artist of The Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Devon Again, zzzahara, flowerovlove and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

Pride 101: LGBTQIA+ Artists Who Shaped OTW

Just like music, queerness exists in a kaleidoscope of genres. LGBTQIA+ artists lead so much of the charge for the freedom of expression, acceptance of differences, and the journey of growing into your best self – and their music allows listeners to learn alongside them. As June is Pride Month, we wanted to highlight OnesToWatch alumni who represent the significance of queer voices in music, pop culture, and OnesToWatch.

The Radical Empathy of corook’s New EP ‘How do I relate to you?’ [Q&A]

corook has done it again and somehow, they’ve become even more relatable. A master of the muse with a PhD in emotional comedy, corook’s new EP How do I relate to you? is a treasure chest of depth and joy. From bops to blues to songs that will inevitably serve as the pregame to the family function, corook traverses the spectrum of the human experience and prints it in song.

Master Peace Charms the Haters With Latest Single “ONE of ONE”

They say when you date someone, you date their friends, too. Indie-pop artist Master Peace begs to differ — just listen to his latest single “ONE of ONE.” With a sexy beat and a chorus you’ll be singing along to after just one listen, “ONE of ONE” is a bouncing, brash anthem for anyone who’s realized their significant other’s friends aren’t their biggest fans. However, Master Peace isn’t letting the haters get to him.

A/S/L Wants You on the Dance Floor [Q&A]

A/S/L is a Los Angeles producer/DJ blending samples of house and disco music from the 70s through the 2000s. His influence is permeating the Los Angeles DJ scene. A/S/L appreciates his anonymity for the most part but wants his music to speak volumes and captivate the masses and the clubs. He is creating a movement that has a nostalgic feel to it.

Eva Ruiz Is Bringing the Soul of the Canary Islands to the World [Q&A]

There are artists whose lyrics, voice, and music touch every emotion you can feel, ones where you can truly feel the stories they are telling and experience how deeply they care about their creative work. Eva Ruiz is one of those artists. A singer, songwriter, and actress from Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands, Ruiz’s roots have shaped who she is. The melodies, messages, and inspirations of her music are influenced by where she comes from. “I always want to reflect who I am, where I’m from, and everything visually and sonically so that when people listen to the album, they can have a bigger idea, connect, or travel to where I’m from,” she shares. For Ruiz, that is simply her truth.

🎤 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Gracie Abrams announces ‘The Look at My Life’ Tour with support from OnesToWatch favorites like Holly Humberstone, Bella Kay, Jake Minch, and more.

• Louis Tomlinson kicks off How Did We Get Here? Tour with support from OnesToWatch favorites like The Aces, The Beaches, The Royston Club and more.

🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Devon Again has stardom on the horizon. Her recent signing with Amusement Records, upcoming support slot for Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour, new addicting single “snake the drain”, and longstanding OTW history make her a no-brainer for our Pride Artist of The Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Johnny Huynh, Infinity Song, Bb trickz, and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

PawPaw Rod Paints With Different Shades Of Blue In Blissfully Personal Debut Album “Picture Day” [Q&A]

Every album is personal, but some are so intertwined with an artist’s life they feel like an extension of their soul. For PawPaw Rod, a debut album 15 years in the making had no choice but to ooze with personality, connect to his deepest roots, and beam with hopeful inner light. Picture Day never shies away from its many “Shades of Blue”, instead utilizing their hues to paint a brighter representation of every moment. We chat with the prolific star about sorting through endless voice memos, how to find the right collaborators, and his incredible record Picture Day being the ultimate guide to Oklahoma-raised PawPaw Rod.

Kid Sistr On The Journey of “American Teenage Prophecy” and Humor Being Their (Not So) Secret Superpower [Q&A]

The moment pop-rock trio Kid Sistr entered the building, their camaraderie immediately created a sense of excitement. The three girls, Sabel on guitar, Sara on bass, and Becca on drums, support each other like puzzle pieces, which is what American Teenage Prophecy feels like; one of the first completed puzzles in a long future of elaborate tapestries that just click right into place. Their last EP was self-titled and came out almost 6 years ago. Ever since, they’ve been dedicated to honing in on their sound, playing songs live to test if they’re worth pursuing, and remaining endlessly silly as they navigate the music industry as a unit. We chatted about balancing their “dumb” humor with the emotional themes of the EP, which of course could not exist without the other.

Daisy Grenade Is the Alt-Pop Powerhouse Forging a New Identity, One Visual Collage at a Time [Q&A]

Daisy Grenade is an alt-pop powerhouse duo hailing from NYC led by Dani Nigro and Keaton Whittaker. Whether you have come across them supporting Honey Revenge, Stand Atlantic and Pierce the Veil, the duo have broken ground in creating a new sonic identity that is confessional, explosive and true to their perfect balance between fiery, razor-sharp pop and grunge influences. So Much To Say is the duo’s latest EP and is an exciting journey in seeing the band flourish in a project that is a collage of all things Daisy Grenade. Releasing a visual film to accompany the EP, we sat down to talk to them about the creative process behind the project and what’s ahead for them.

CASANDRA Finds Peace and Transformation on ‘ISLA TRANQUILITA’ [Q&A]

Enter the dreamscape of CASANDRA’s ethereal project, in which listeners are taken on a sonic journey through six songs and a wave of emotions with her honey-smooth voice and bilingual lyrics produced by Jaye Locke. ISLA TRANQUILITA translates to “little island of peace,” a tribute to CASANDRA’s late great-aunt, who reminded her to slow down, breathe, and find calm when she felt overwhelmed by saying “tranquilita.”

Farveblind’s Debut LP ‘Micro Pleasures’ and the Loop We Can’t Step Out Of

Micro Pleasures doesn’t sit comfortably anywhere. It runs hot and slightly unstable, as if it’s always about to tip into overload but never quite does. The Copenhagen trio Farveblind move through industrial techno, electro-punk and breakbeat pressure with controlled urgency. The eleven-track collection offers no moments of relaxation. Even the quieter moments feel like they’re holding tension rather than releasing it.

Emei Confronts The Sharp Edges of Grief in ‘Night At the Opera’ [Q&A]

Darker, more emotionally agile, and full of subtext that leaves you wondering alongside her, Emei is proving to be an artist with more sharp edges than she had let on. Reflective of life, adulting & grieving, her new sound has us on edge, in the best way, feeling out a vibe that perks our interest and our appetite for this darker sound. To help us peel back the veneer of her new sound, we had this pop polymath join us in studio for a chat on life, her upcoming project, Night At the Opera, as well as the other dark arts she has in her bag:

Ryann Ross’ “On The Marsh”: A Stunning Tapestry of The Tumultuous Twenties [Q&A]

I believe artists are meant to find you at a specific time in life. Thankfully, Ryann Ross’ music entered mine at the very inception of her discography. It’s impossible not to be swept away the instant her striking vocals meet your eardrums, but what will keep you coming back is the vulnerability in her storytelling, the intimacy of the production, and her willingness to embrace the imperfect. We spoke about her debut EP On The Marsh, a collection of 8 songs that are diverse in both sound and experience, detailing a relatably chaotic entry into her twenties. Get to know Ryann Ross: prolific songwriter, gifted singer, and undoubtedly OneToWatch.

🎤 TOUR ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Fresh off her European/UK tour and the release of her acclaimed sophomore album god forbid a girl spits out her feelings!, pop-rock firebrand LØLØ has officially announced the North American leg of “god forbid a girl goes on tour!”

🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Introspective singer-songwriter Sabrina Song’s brilliant new EP ‘Big Trick’ is out this month, securing her spot as our AAPI Artist of The Month.

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from ilykimchi, Highvyn, Chloe Qisha, and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

Kenny Mason Is Atlanta’s Underdawg in New Album ‘BULLDAWG’

Kenny Mason is underrated. I’m usually reluctant to use that word when describing an artist. It is often deployed too dismissively, positioning art as an objective medium that can be measured by skill alone rather than feeling, emotion and impact. But this is hip-hop — and Mason is a seasoned emcee who carries the competitive spirit of the genre. On his latest full-length project, BULLDAWG, the Atlanta-based rapper stakes his claim as rap’s underdawg: a junkyard dog still getting it out the mud, still clawing through a lane of his own.

How Tiffany Stringer Drew Back The Curtain and Emerged ‘The Lone Starlet’ [Q&A]

What happens when The Texas Primadonna wraps her starring role, comes off set, and takes a look behind her own curtain? That’s the very question shooting starlet Tiffany Stringer pondered once the dust settled on her first EP last year. Being truthful in song brought up two contrasting emotions: the strength that comes with baring your soul and the hesitancy of sharing so much with the world, especially on the people caught up in its wake. We spoke with The Lone Starlet on everything from the EP’s remarkable visual story to not letting the past stop herself from what she deserves; having meaningful, protected relationships that compliment her inevitable stardom.

Wasia Project Announces Debut Album Alongside New Single “Bleeding Gold”

As the weather continues to warm up, we find ourselves searching for the perfect songs to soundtrack the coming summer months. “Bleeding Gold,” the latest single from Wasia Project, made up of siblings Olivia Hardy and Will Gao, should definitely be added to your summer 2026 playlist.

DE’WAYNE And Lenny Kravitz Team Up On Remix Of “Highway Robbery”

DE’WAYNE’s reworked “highway robbery,” now featuring Lenny Kravitz, feels like more than a refreshed single. It arrives as both a collaboration and a statement of intent, blending rock, funk, psychedelia, and alt-pop in a way that feels natural rather than forced. Ultimately, the single examines the idea of love as something that overwhelms but also transforms, framing that experience as something chosen, where surrender becomes part of the joy rather than something to resist.

10 Questions With Macy Todd, Your New Favorite Soulful Pop Star [Q&A]

Her most recent smash, "bad bad love", joins a winning streak of perfect introductory singles.

lucky break Conjures a West Coast Dreamland in Debut Album ‘made it!’

Today marks the release of ‘made it!’, the debut album from indie pop princess lucky break. A product of the distinct aesthetic of 2010’s Tumblr culture, lucky break is the perfect find for fans of soft-pop and confessional songwriting. The album details falling in love, moving abroad, getting ghosted, getting sick, and being confined to her bedroom; a fate that birthed 11 tracks that would go on to live in tandem.

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🗓️ MEET OUR ARTIST OF THE MONTH

• Introspective singer-songwriter Sabrina Song’s brilliant new EP ‘Big Trick’ is out this month, securing her spot as our AAPI Artist of The Month.

🎤 EVENTS

• BRIGHTON, ENGLAND: Tru Thoughts x Redeye / The Great Escape Mixer - RSVP HERE

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• Press play on our #NowWatching playlist - with new releases from Chanpan, Luna Li, Emei, and more.

💻 FROM THE BLOG

Love Spells Returns With Slow-Burn Single “Crutch”

Since 2021, Love Spells has quietly been establishing himself as one of indie’s most intriguing young voices — releasing a steady trail of singles without the traditional anchor of a debut project or EP. With each track, the Houstonian singer-songwriter has been building a world that feels intimate, ethereal and emotionally driven. With “Crutch,” that slow-burn approach becomes even more intentional, as Love Spells turns dependency, longing and emotional collapse into something hazy, tender and strangely beautiful.

LØLØ Spills Her Guts On Sophomore LP ‘god forbid a girl spits out her feelings!’

There’s a specific kind of noise that doesn’t announce itself so much as it accumulates. A phone screen lighting up in a dark room. A thought you didn’t mean to finish. A feeling you promised you wouldn’t text back. On god forbid a girl spits out her feelings!, LØLØ builds an album out of that exact static. Not a diary in the traditional sense, but something closer to a mind moving too fast to stay in one emotional frame for long. Each track feels like an entry, yes, but also like a shift in temperature, a change in lighting, a different version of the same moment repeating until it finally sticks.

Isabel LaRosa Takes Huge Sonic Steps With “Hallucination”

Beloved dark pop princess Isabel LaRosa has released her highly anticipated new single, “Hallucination,” as the lead single for her upcoming EP, Promising Young Woman. With this new project, LaRosa evolves into an almost ghostly aesthetic while channeling new gothic rock sounds, showing her capability to grow as an artist in both audio and visual identity.

LEE CHAE YEON Proves Everyone Should Know About Her with 4th Mini Album “Till I Die”

With her most sonically mature project to date, K-Pop soloist LEE CHAE YEON wants to prove that everyone should know about her. Till I Die is the artist’s 4th Mini Album, coming two years after the last release of her third EP, Showdown. Formerly a member of South Korean-Japanese project girl group IZ*ONE, LEE CHAE YEON’s new sound is the most true to herself the singer has ever been. Her mini album plays like a coming of age movie, each track an exploration of her musical identity that exhibits her growth as an artist since her last comeback.

youbet’s Self-Titled Album Is A Mosaic of Life [Q&A]

A staple of the Brooklyn indie scene, duo youbet has released their magnum opus (thus far), suitably named after the band itself. Born of stream of consciousness lyric writing, the self-titled album is a true reflection of principal songwriter Nick Llobet’s psyche–bridging the expanse of themes like fervent possibility and the dissolution of a decade-long relationship. Now evolving into a duo, the eponymous album also acts as a kaleidoscope of Micah Prussack’s arranging prowess. It’s an expansive level-up for the band, drawing on influences like Big Thief, flamenco picking patterns, Chopin, and even so-called elf music. Needing to hear more from the duo themselves, we called youbet from their pre-show outdoor time in Reno. Read on for the wisdom.

mer marcum Builds Her Creative World in Debut EP “You Never Did Anything Wrong” [Q&A]

Rising indie star mer marcum hit the ground running in 2026. One New Year’s Day, she announced her first single of the year, “Body.” Since then she has released three more singles, played at SXSW, and announced her debut EP, You Never Did Anything Wrong, which is now out. marcum told us all about her debut EP, collaboration, and her perfect day in Monterey, California.

Leslie Grace Begins a New Era with “AMOR, ¿QUIÉN ERES?”

Leslie Grace is a singer, actress, and writer who is true to herself and the stories she tells through her lyrics. Whether you first discovered her through her early bachata covers, heard her Reggaeton and Latin Pop records like “Díganle” with Becky G, or saw her on screen in In The Heights, she’s an artist who has consistently moved between creative worlds. A three-time Latin GRAMMY nominee, Grace has built a career rooted in versatility, a deep connection to her Dominican American roots and female empowerment.

Sawyer Hill Takes Aim At The American Dream With Single “Jimmy’s Gone Numb”

Ready to wake up from the American Dream? Sawyer Hill’s new single, “Jimmy’s Gone Numb,” has got you covered. Blending old-school country and blues elements, the Arkansas native follows in the footsteps of the stars of the Outlaw Country movement with a concise commentary on the state of our union. The song’s main character was “raised on corn and amphetamines // and he had dreams” that his father encouraged. However, as Hill notes, “Some have dreams // some wake up.”

GRESLEY Paints A Coming-Of-Age Masterpiece with ‘Songs I Wrote Since She Left’ [Q&A]

Songwriter and artist, GRESLEY has released his debut album, Songs I Wrote Since She Left Me, and it’s an earnest, vulnerable baring of soul. After the parting ways of his band, New Hope Club, the UK-born, LA-based artist has embarked on a pivotal solo journey. GRESLEY wrote the album during a stint back home in his parents house, where he yearned for his sense of normalcy, the comfort of his longtime girlfriend back in LA, and explored the daunting, but exciting path ahead of him. Eager to learn more about this coming-of-age journey, we sat down with GRESLEY and got the scoop:

Asia Holiday: To Live and Love in L.A. [Q&A]

Asia Holiday may be in the early stages of introducing her art, but she has already fully arrived as herself. Sharp in her creative identity, the Mississippi-bred singer-songwriter pulls from the sounds and values that shaped her: soul, family, faith, and Southern hospitality. Holiday filters her music through the perspective of a young artist building a life and career in the City of Angels while staying true to her foundation. Her music carries the warmth of home, juxtaposed with grandiose star power and the emotional honesty of someone who shows up as her unapologetic self.

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Watching The Runarounds From the Bleachers

Formed by a serendipitous TV show casting, The Runarounds are a unique intersection of on-screen and off-screen band. Although fans know them from their self-titled show on Amazon Prime, The Runarounds functioned as a band for six years prior to the release of the show, playing sets at beach bars in South Carolina to prepare for filming. Curious to hear about this group, we sat down with lead singer Will to talk about their latest single, "Bleachers," as well as the innerworkings of a true brotherhood of a band.

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Isaac Dunbar’s Pen Is On Fire and Men Should Be Scared

When Isaac Dunbar is not actively releasing music, the world of pop always feels a little less vibrant. Luckily, the drought ends today as the undeniable star is back with his new single “Princess”. After teasing the instantly iconic chorus on socials, fans have been clamoring for its release. Thankfully for us, the full track has even more to fall in love with, marking “Princess” as a clear contender for pop song of the year.

How Niko Rubio Discovered Her Inner “Sunday Girl” [Q&A]

Niko Rubio is a girl whose energy can turn your whole day around. She arrived wearing the cutest pink dress, with clips in her hair like she had just finished getting ready 5 minutes ago. An earl grey iced coffee in hand that she insisted I try (which I’m glad I did, since it was one of the best coffees I’ve ever had), brought us closer before the interview even started. There’s sunshine in her wake, completely embodying the spirit of her culture and hometown of sparkling Los Angeles. Upon learning more about her artist journey, I discovered the free-spirited nature I was immediately taken by has not always been the case. Her first few projects were dedicated to her family roots, but this one is all for her. She has the look of someone who’s been up to no good and having pure fun, and it’s infused through her newest project, the Sunday Girl EP.

Jai’Len Josey Refuses To Give Up On Love On New Album “Serial Romantic”

We all want to find that special someone, but as Jai’Len Josey can attest, sometimes the most important love story you can have is with yourself. On her new album, Serial Romantic, she explores the highs and lows of a relationship, and comes to some conclusions about the power of love.

Pop Prince Presley Regier Follows His Own Sensitivity in Stunning New EP

With so many options on what to listen to today, it’s hard to cut through the noise as an artist. The solution? Create a lane entirely your own. Introspective popstar on the rise, Presley Regier, clearly knows this. By tapping Luka Kloser, one of the brilliant minds behind Addison Rae’s debut album, Regier’s sound and artistry takes on a whole new form. The result is Sensitive to the room, 5 dynamic tracks that showcase Regier’s range of emotion and sound, propelling him closer to reaching main pop boy status.

Ella Boh’s BLURRY: Character Study Of A Star On The Rise [Q&A]

Ella Boh’s artist persona may be dark and intense, but it doesn’t take long after meeting to realize that it’s just that; a caricature of herself. As we sit down to chat about her second EP BLURRY, it’s clear that creating is her lifeline. At the time of our conversation, she was about to embark on a tour supporting Artemas and hadn’t even locked down a release date for this project. In a few short months, her artistic vision has only become sharper and more realized, marking the perfect moment for these 5 tracks to coexist, each with their own stories and character. Dive into our chat from January with the internet’s favorite starlet, where we chat all things BLURRY.

Prescribed Listening: Quiet Light’s “Blue Angel Sparkling Silver 2”

There’s something quietly restorative about Quiet Light, and not just because she’s literally training to be a doctor. On her label debut Blue Angel Sparkling Silver 2, Quiet Light (Riya Mahesh) proves that she has honed in her sound, but isn´t afraid to explore - creating a project that feels dreamlike, personal and makes you feel every emotion through its enthralling rhythms. This album will be the playlist to all of my pondering sessions from here on out!

Beatrix Explores The Ghost Of A Past Relationship With Sophomore Album “We Swallowed The Sky”

Singer-songwriter Beatrix is taking listeners on a winding and whimsical sonic journey with sophomore album We Swallowed The Sky. The project sees Arielle Kasnetz, who goes by the moniker Beatrix, reflecting on the ghosts of a past relationship, swinging from grief and anger, to acceptance of the past. The album’s thesis can be summed up best with a line from the title track: “I didn’t know you // I never will.” Beatrix is comfortable with that unease as she looks back on how things ended.

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Watching The Runarounds From the Bleachers

Formed by a serendipitous TV show casting, The Runarounds are a unique intersection of on-screen and off-screen band. Although fans know them from their self-titled show on Amazon Prime, The Runarounds functioned as a band for six years prior to the release of the show, playing sets at beach bars in South Carolina to prepare for filming. Curious to hear about this group, we sat down with lead singer Will to talk about their latest single, "Bleachers," as well as the innerworkings of a true brotherhood of a band.

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Yves’s NAIL is a Sensory Pop Dreamscape

Since launching her solo career in 2024, South Korean popstar Yves has taken ownership over what her music can, and should, sound like. Her new project NAIL is an ambitious dance-pop experience that speaks volumes, both with and without words. As someone not entirely familiar with her work in LOONA, I was recently introduced to Yves from her appearance on underscores’s “Do It (Remix)”, which was the perfect preparation for diving into this intriguing new project.

John-Robert Ponders His Next Move on New EP “Where Do You Wanna Go?”

Life is full of ups and downs, and no one knows that better than singer-songwriter John-Robert. On his new EP Where Do You Wanna Go?, he takes stock of his life, from self-destructive tendencies and hook-ups, to his fate as an artist. Made in the aftermath of being dropped from his label and moving back home, Where Do You Wanna Go? has an intimate feel. Each song puts you right up next to John-Robert, giving the project the feel of a friend’s house show.

Any Room Nicole Han Is In Has Magic In It [Q&A]

As Nicole popped onto the screen, we got to see what we hopped to be the magic in the room: a cool bedside lamp, a guitar bag disguising itself as a skateboard, an obviously busy, creative clutter that felt industrious, but enthralling. Turns out the magic is very much on record, as Nicole deftly built an EP that captures the heart-fluttery magic of love, the head-spinning moments of nascent romance that make you sigh, ‘There is Magic in This Room!’ Blue tinted and buoyant, the EP delivers on multiple tempos and settings, and had us in fits to learn more. We played schedule tag but finally got to Nicole on her release day for her to pull the curtain back on her EP, life and more.

Nikki Kent’s “Scars” Is the Alt Rock Catharsis For Every Ex Who’s Done You Wrong

There are many subtle tragedies a woman can journey through that will dismantle her being and reconstruct someone completely reborn. Someone stronger, more headstrong, incapable of being weakened by heartbreak because they’ve already overcome the worst of it. Getting cheated on by someone you thought you’d spend the rest of your life with after a seven-year relationship is most certainly one of those tragedies, yet Nikki Kent proves with “Scars” that her battle wounds are merely the proof that there’s nothing she can’t survive.

Accessory’s Debut Album Dust Is A Microcosm of Hopeful Hopelessness [Q&A]

Though you may know him for his work in indie band, Dehd, Chicago-based producer and songwriter, Accessory (aka Jason Balla) moves through music with a singular perspective, particularly on his debut album, Dust. Titling the project Dust couldn’t have been more fitting for both Jason Balla’s microcosmic approach to building soundscapes out of textures and feeling, but it also perfectly embodies his ability to see the innerworkings of life, to take a tiny atom of a conversation and explode it into a song. Rich with interpersonal discoveries, anti-war musings, and a hopelessness that verges on hopeful, Accessory’s Dust is a project to let consume you. Read on for more, from the artist himself.

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Watching The Runarounds From the Bleachers

Formed by a serendipitous TV show casting, The Runarounds are a unique intersection of on-screen and off-screen band. Although fans know them from their self-titled show on Amazon Prime, The Runarounds functioned as a band for six years prior to the release of the show, playing sets at beach bars in South Carolina to prepare for filming. Curious to hear about this group, we sat down with lead singer Will to talk about their latest single, "Bleachers," as well as the innerworkings of a true brotherhood of a band.

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Watching The Runarounds From the Bleachers

Formed by a serendipitous TV show casting, The Runarounds are a unique intersection of on-screen and off-screen band. Although fans know them from their self-titled show on Amazon Prime, The Runarounds functioned as a band for six years prior to the release of the show, playing sets at beach bars in South Carolina to prepare for filming. Curious to hear about this group, we sat down with lead singer Will to talk about their latest single, “Bleachers,” as well as the innerworkings of a true brotherhood of a band.

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Culture Wars Favors Real Instruments and 90s Grit on Debut Album, “Don’t Speak” [Q&A]

Fresh off of signing with AWAL, the Austin-bred, alternatively-fueled band Culture Wars has released their debut album, Don’t Speak. The album reinvigorates guitar music, blending the tenacity of 90s rock with the pristine of modern production. Curious as ever to get to know the inter-band dynamics and creation of this stunning debut, we chatted with Culture Wars to get the scoop.

Parsa Sabet Intertwines Fairytale And Desire with EP, “BoyMan” [Q&A]

Parsa Sabet’s BoyMan is the tale of an anti-system superhero torn between his childhood nostalgia and adult freedom. It’s about being a anti-hero that fights being put in a box. Moulding himself into the image of a young, contemporary Prince, we’ve been in awe of Parsa Sabet’s experimental sound. Wanting to know more, as always, we asked the visionary via email to walk us through BoyMan, track by track.

ROREY Sets the Old Version of Herself Ablaze on “Dying Fire”

ROREY is not the pop artist to put on if you’re searching for a quick fix of dopamine that’s sugar-coated in superficiality. Instead, she’s a brutally honest and hauntingly poignant songwriter who transcends the skin deep. Her lyrics gnash teeth and cut through the fabric of our fantasies in order to grasp the truth. Her diaphanous dream-pop sonics transport you to her unfiltered realm of sheer psyche. Her imaginative aesthetics add contrast to her realist prose for a story that is multi-dimensional and compelling.

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Our Time With Sarah Kinsley is Fleeting

Indie pop producer and songwriter extraordinaire, Sarah Kinsley, stopped by the podcast to celebrate her latest EP, Fleeting. Unique in her desperate yet danceable voice, we chat through the EP, as well as whale sounds made through contact mics, melodies hummed on New York bike rides, and Paul McCartney at the Fonda.

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Florence Road ‘Springs Forward’ As Our New Favorite Indie Rock Band [Q&A]

Larger than life, absolutely! Leaping off the screen, undoubtably, so much so that when we had the privilege of intercepting these ladies while on tour in Austin, they couldn’t fit into our zoom window. That fun, difficult to contain energy is all over Spring Forward, an EP that cements them as one of the best new bands – doubly so if you catch them live. This Irish quartet has put in the work, the miles, and now more than ever, has found a depth in their voices that feels outlandish (‘Rabbits Can Swim’ is an absolutely stunning ballad). If you’re grieved by stale pop but still craving immersive, emotional songs, then revel in Florence Road. Spoiled by their time, we dug into cats, food and so much more here.

10 Questions: Ber Is Feeling Good... Like It Should Be [Q&A]

On the eve of her debut album release, Good, Like It Should Be, we had the privilege of chatting with Minnesota-based artist Ber. We hear of the moments between the highs and lows, the feeling of jumping in a Minnesota lake, the perfect date in London, and the true blue that this album evokes.

Witness Nessa Barrett’s Villain Origin Story in “Jesus loves a primadonna” [Q&A]

While we would never judge, we can safely say Nessa Barrett is now a primadonna, particularly a dark and broodingly one. On her latest release, Jesus love a primadonna, you can add us along with the holy son to those that appreciate this edgy, emotional more commanding sound, a pivot from painless pop, a reveal of quality that had us engrossed. Wanting to know where this sound came from, and the confidence it projects on the record, we reached out via the Zoom box to dig into cats, finding your voice and much more.

Philine Sonny Takes Us to “Virgin Lake” in Self-Produced Debut Album [Q&A]

Artists find inspiration anywhere. German indie rock artist Philine Sonny found inspiration in Benedict Wells’ coming of age novel Hard Land. Going through her own coming of age transformation, Sonny created her debut album Virgin Lake, taking listeners on a journey from anger and sorrow, to a place of understanding. Sonny sat down with us from her home, which also doubles as her studio, to chat about all things Virgin Lake, collaborating with friends, and cooking.

Chelsea Jordan Is Just Like You [Q&A]

Baltimore, MD-born singer-songwriter Chelsea Jordan has formed her musical identify by leaning into the styles of music she has spent much of her life captivated by, as well as establishing autonomy of her personal life. A clear disciple of Amy Winehouse, Jordan’s luxurious contralto naturally quivers and quakes as she maneuvers through her tunes, many of which offer fragments of thought surrounding an affirmation she seeks to fully internalize.

Lambrini Girls Tear the Mask Off Fame With “Cult of Celebrity”

British punks Lambrini Girls are back and they are not fucking around. “Cult of Celebrity” hits like a Molotov cocktail to the face of fame, smashing any illusions that celebrity is glamorous. Phoebe Lunny and Selin Macieira-Boşgelmez do not bother with subtlety. From the first jagged guitar lick, you’re dragged through private jets, diamonds, exclusive clubs, and the secrets the elite hope you’ll never see.

Jumping off the Top Rope with Natanya [Q&A]

Rising U.K. songstress Natanya just hit the R&B world like a ton of bricks with the release of her debut album Feline’s Return. Like, seriously— this album marks the arrival of R&B’s next superstar. An alumnus of the school of R&B, Natanya has graduated into her next era. Our generation’s next global pop diva.

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Don't Worry, Bella Kay Is Just A Couple Minutes Out

Singer-songwriter, Bella Kay, sat down with us to talk about her very eventful year of music, as her breakout hit "iloveitiloveitiloveit" continues to skyrocket across global charts. We learned about her upbringing in music, her co-writing partner Alexis, the proper place to listen to her music, and some hints to her upcoming album.

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