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AUDIO: Thatguyeli – “Once Bright”
ThatGuyEli is out with his sophomore single. Featuring brightly shining guitars and vocals that feel like he’s watching a sunrise over the lake, Eli sings about yearning for days where he feels himself again since there’s been so much pain the world has been through. He’s onto something; it’s hard to imagine what “normal” feels like anymore. It’s a hopeful,
Read moreAUDIO: BVSMV and Running in Slow Motion – “Moments”
Ambient synth project BVSMV teamed up with fellow chillwave fixture Running in Slow Motion for a new EP. Right off the bat, “Day Dream” sends us into a summertime headspace of puffy clouds and serene breeze, while the following track “Warm Magic” brings us into the moist air over a big blue ocean. These pieces pay precise attention to texture
Read moreAUDIO: Stereojupiter – “Cloistral”
IDM-techno project Stereojupiter recently dropped a new EP, named after the covered walkways in monasteries and colleges that have a wall on one side and a view of outside on the other. The music here feels like driving your car on the surface of a distant planet, going past the alien flora and fauna as if we’re completely used to
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with The Oshi
Ben Slowey sits down with the hip hop / R&B hybrid.
Read moreAUDIO: Dupond Dupont – “The Making of DR. Weisner (with help from so many people)”
The band releases their first album in over five years.
Read moreChris Case Expresses Transparency in His Song ‘Different Places’
Chris Case defines himself as a conscious rapper. He values honesty and transparency in his work. Every word in his lyrics means something to him and comes from his heart. He shares, “I meant every word I say in my songs. Every line has a deep meaning to it.” His music journey started by releasing songs on SoundCloud when he
Read moreAUDIO: Dekker – “Cold Case (Prod. Wavy)”
Hip hop artist Dekker has been quiet for some time, but since his appearance on Mr. Nice Guy last year we’re aware he’s been busy creating off the grid. He just dropped his first tune since 2018 tape “No Hooks” and it’s over a Wavy-produced beat. Acknowledging his long silence, Dekker is playfully arrogant here and has fun talking his
Read moreAUDIO: D. Mayo FT. Frame James – “Safe House”
Hip hop artist D. Mayo linked up with Frame James for a new joint, and they’re rapping about trying to find a way out, since it can be a dangerous business. They stay making music in the studio and are careful about who they let into their space. If you’re with them, however – you’ll be eating good. This tune
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with DJ Gemini Gilly
Ben Slowey sits down via Zoom with the young DJ.
Read moreAUDIO: Loko – “Daydreamin'”
Chillwave artist Loko’s new track feels like a beach daze alongside crystal-clear waters. Featuring psychedelic guitars, triumphant keyboards, and easy percussion, the title fits well as your mind wanders along with the tranquility. Loko has been dropping snippets of his work on Soundcloud all year and it’s always exciting when we get to hear his full songs.
Read moreAUDIO: The Oshi FT. Rio Dinero & Zef – “Big Money”
Hip hop-R&B artist The Oshi steps into the booth and talks that shit on her new single alongside artists Rio Dinero and Zef. It’s dark yet straightforward, with the three rappers going in about getting rich and stopping at nothing. Oshi says in one bar that she wants investments and not diamonds, meaning she’s focused on her career and not
Read more‘M.I.A.’ By Sydney Jules Is a Feel-Good Song for Your Crush
Sydney Julia Silver, a.k.a. Sydney Jules, is an indie-pop artist that uses her music as a journal. Her songs are a profound collection of her innermost and most vulnerable experiences. She composes straight from the heart to fulfill her ultimate goal of bringing encouragement, solidarity, and affirmation to her listeners. During her childhood, Sydney taught herself to play both the
Read moreLove and Be Loved with CHANNEL’s ‘Understand’
Formerly referred to as Kai Od, CHANNELS is a singer, rapper, guitarist, and producer creating an introspective, post-Internet fusion of rock, hip hop, and ambient electronic music. His music is typified by hard-hitting drums, melodic rock ’n’ roll guitar, ethereal and wide-ranging vocals, introspective lyrics, and ambient washes of analog synths. CHANNEL is the executive producer of all his material.
Read moreNandan’s ‘Mental’ Is About Losing Your Sanity During Quarantine
Nandan is a Bangladeshi-born singer/songwriter from Ontario, Canada. He has multiple styles when it comes to creating songs. Even his musical influences vary from time to time. Therefore, it is hard to pin down what Nandan’s genre is. For him, his music is “something for everyone.” Nandan labels himself as an “experimental” artist. His songs are unpredictable, and it gives
Read moreMove on To Better Things in Life with Rawle’s ‘Broken Love’
A Canadian R&B, soul, and pop artist, Rawle showcases a captivating and soulful approach to his singing and songwriting. Going through a tough childhood, Rawle had an estranged relationship with his biological mother, a tumultuous relationship with his biological father, and suffered from severe bullying in school. Rawle turned to music as an outlet to cope with his pain. In
Read moreDan’s ‘Easy’ Is A Jazzy First Date Story
Daniel J. Christianson a.k.a. Dan came from a musical family. Hailing from Grand Forks, North Dakota, Dan’s early gig days were with his dad and brother. He even got a chance to play with Green Day onstage. Through this concert, Dan met the founding members of his horn rock band, The Wicked Bees. The band had regional success, releasing two
Read moreIsaiah Brown Is Overwhelmed by Love in ‘Run’
Originally from Southern Oregon, Isaiah Brown is a Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and record producer. Before moving to LA, Isaiah learned piano at a young age and started writing songs. He released two albums before signing with record label/management company Fix Entertainment. Isaiah jumps from genre to genre when creating a sound that provides a poppy, soulful, and dancy vibe.
Read more‘Things That I’ve Started’ Is Dev Gajan’s Authentic Emo Trap Project
Early 2000s nu-metal, pop-punk, alternative rock, post-hardcore, and southern hip-hop groups inspired Dev Gajan’s music. Growing up as a person of color, Dev found fitting in difficult. With this, he channeled his energy and creativity to make music that hits both nostalgia and something completely new. Currently, Dev defines his sound as something between Blink 182 and Lil Wayne. He
Read moreNEW VIDEO : MANDY CAPRISTO – “13 SCHRITTE“
After a creative hiatus the wait is finally over. German singing sensation Mandy Capristo is back with a new fresh sound. The long anticipated single “ 13 Schritte” is Mandy’s first single in German. The song with a catchy tune and playful lyrics is quickly climbing up on the digital charts. With an a chic and arty video Mandy Capristo
Read moreBlue-Shakespeare Is Living The Single Life In His Song ‘Weak’
Elansio Cesaire, a.k.a. Blue-Shakespeare, is a promising upcoming artist from Spring Valley, New York. He brings the true essence of hip-hop to his style of music while throwing in a little flavor of the new school. Blue-Shakespeare describes his music as “boom-bap with a new twist.” Boom bap is a musical style that is focused around the timing and sounds
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with Hans Jaeger
Ben Slowey talks to the multiple-band guitarist.
Read moreAUDIO: Moonglow – “Brick Wall”
Moonglow, formerly known as Commodore Calipso, is out with their second single today. The band brings a unique fusion of funk, soul, neo-psychedelia, and rock while heavily inspired by Japanese city-pop. Featuring horns, shattering bass and twinkling guitars, vocalist Joe Humiston brings an infectious performance where he sings of being in a hopeless trance. Moonglow’s exciting fusion is sure to
Read moreAUDIO: Lucien Parker – “State of Mind”
Hip hop artist Lucien Parker’s new single takes a downtempo approach, incorporating an R&B element. He sings of wanting to be a curious kid again, wishing risks were easier to take. That being said, he and his crew show enormous potential and he wants to act on it. There’s definitely something to be said about retaining that imaginative wonder you
Read moreAUDIO: Keegan Calmes – “Birthday”
Keegan Calmes of N43 Records is out with a new single, and it’s about the loneliness that comes with birthdays. He’s not looking forward to drinking alone and needs company. For one, it’s easy to expect too much from your birthday, which often backfires. But Calmes is also speaking to the isolated nature of quarantine, as many cannot celebrate their
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