AUDIO: Faded Francis Featuring SEIR – “Outside”
“Outside” is a song about the challenges of a relationship, with each artist offering a different perspective on the subject.
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VIDEO: Eli $tones Featuring Sunny Lou – “100 Band$”
The duo’s collaboration on this track takes a hyperpop approach, blending catchy pop sounds with the reality of a turbulent relationship.
Read moreAUDIO: 9 A.M. – “God Gave Us Feelings For a Reason”
Indie pop artist 9 A.M. released their first single of 2023 into the world on Friday. The tune gets us excited with a sparkling guitar riff, then 9 A.M. comes in with passionate, soaring vocals that carry the tale of feeling way too much at once as much as possible. The melody is certainly playful and appealing, yet the themes
Read moreAUDIO: Certain Stars – “Bass Guitar”
Longtime power pop act Certain Stars released a two-song single recently. The first track is a catchy one written with down-on-your-luck humor about looking good but playing like shit. The second track, however, really gets the party going with a playful, upbeat riff and shoutable hook about being thrilled to see someone. “Bass Guitar” and “I Get So Excited” are
Read moreAUDIO: Tae & the Neighborly – “We Can Be”
The song exudes a mellow and heartfelt vibe that speaks to the listener’s desire to make the world a better place.
Read moreAUDIO: Dak DuBois – “Dak DuBois”
Psych-pop singer-songwriter Dak DuBois released his debut album this past week. Recorded entirely in his Riverwest apartment, DuBois’ self-titled record is eight songs that share anecdotes of a person dealing with trauma, confusion and despair within a society in the midst of massive changes. The psychedelic flavors of DuBois’ melancholy, guitar-driven melodies and radiant vocals reflect the displaced, fuzzy psyche
Read moreAUDIO: Micah Emrich – “Rotation”
Emrich’s smooth harmonies and emotive delivery add to the song’s meditative quality, before transitioning into a more energetic and upbeat groove.
Read moreAUDIO: Domi – “Champion / Crazy”
Emerging electropop artist Domi dropped not one but two singles on the same day the other week. “Crazy” is a dance stomper about being head-over-heels for someone and begging to know if they feel the same; infectious with the hook and fiery in theme, the song is a certified club hit. “Champion” carries touches of hyperpop and house with ambitious,
Read moreAUDIO: Ra’Sheed Jordan – “Biasego”
Ra’Sheed Jordan is an emerging singer-songwriter who recently flew on our radar. His most recent single takes on a funky pop flavor, finding him singing about having a hard time seeing things from a different perspective because he’s trapped in his own mind. His ego makes him biased, and the past comes to haunt him every time he puts it
Read moreAUDIO: Zonk Rolan Featuring Clayton – “FuckCupido”
Sung in both English and Spanish, the song is refreshingly simple yet relatable, as it’s all about being over love.
Read moreAUDIO: Oh Geeez – “All Day”
With a beat that gradually builds up momentum, the band showcases their talent for crafting irresistibly catchy hooks that will be stuck in your head for days.
Read moreAUDIO: Rahn Harper – “I Can’t Help It”
The track sees Harper weaving soulful bars together with ease, exploring themes of jealousy and the ups and downs of a tumultuous relationship.
Read moreAUDIO: Cyrus Chrome – “Outta Control”
Electronic/experimental pop artist Cyrus Chrome is keeping their streak going with a new single. Their latest dips heavily into manipulated vocals and glitchy production, finding Chrome singing about wanting to make a connection with someone while they’re hitching a ride on a bus. There’s a caffeinated, palpitating vibration here – definitely akin to the song’s title. Cyrus Chrome has been
Read moreAUDIO: Tru West – “Bop”
West keeps things sensual, delivering lyrics about a significant other’s desires.
Read moreAUDIO: Vae – “Bedroom Studio”
Vae is an emerging artist who doesn’t put herself in a box. Her latest EP is four tracks that each have their own stylistic flavor. “Giving YOU” is a passionate R&B tune, “NoEnd” takes an indie rock approach, “POP” is a bouncy dream pop song and then “DancingInTheDark” slows things back down with hip hop-tinged R&B. Vae isn’t defining herself
Read moreAUDIO: Andrew Cesarz – “Balancing Act”
The track deals with the all-too-familiar struggle of wanting to pursue a career in music while simultaneously yearning for the security of a 9-to-5 job.
Read moreAUDIO: *Aya – “Sweet Sonder”
*Aya is a new artist to look out for; they just released their debut EP in February and it’s seven tracks. With lush textures, smooth danceability and passionate vocal deliveries, *aya incorporates elements of electronic pop and R&B under a poised and exquisite atmosphere. Lyrically they touch on themes such as recollecting oneself, pushing through adversity, coming a long way
Read moreAUDIO: WITH – “Mind Perfection”
Over the course of three tracks, they effortlessly blend bright harmonics with smooth beats, resulting in a sound that is both dreamy and psychedelic.
Read moreAUDIO: Tombo – “Knockout”
Singing in a low and intimate tone, Tombo lays bare his struggles with apathy and a sense of emotional detachment.
Read moreAUDIO: Skymall – “Of Course You Deserve It, Why Else Would It Keep Happening?”
Skymall released their solo full-length album this past week. Featuring ten tracks, Skymall brings blends pop, hip hop and hyper electronica into an affective, dreamlike body of work that draws upon the complicated matters of love, relationships and sense of self. The title suggests the cyclical nature of one’s behavior when they don’t change themselves, and Skymall explores such a
Read moreAUDIO: Kevin Arroyo – “I Can Make Your Day Better”
Indie pop artist Kevin Arroyo dropped a new single recently. With a bright and bouncy melody that feels ideal for a sunny morning, Arroyo sings about seeing someone who’s feeling pretty down, but he’s determined to make them as happy as possible. He’s trying to live for today and has love to borrow! Kevin Arroyo has been carving his niche
Read moreAUDIO: Melvv & Casey – “Without Ya”
Electronic producer MELVV teamed up with pop artist CASEY for a new single. CASEY sings of someone she misses; despite everything they’ve been through together, she doesn’t feel like herself without them. MELVV’s production is bright-eyed and adventurous like the song is the anthem for someone going out into the world to find themself. MELVV and CASEY navigate the loss
Read moreAUDIO: Kobe – “Maybe”
Pop artist Kobe dropped a new single recently and it’s about escaping into the dreams of love. With a wavy and subtle dance beat that shines gradually, the lyrics entail Kobe desiring to go all in for someone albeit with a precarious mindset. He’s already been through so much with them and ponders whether their life together is fantasy or
Read moreAUDIO: Mwgli Featuring 1056deadhorse – “Pieces”
Mwgli’s lyrics are introspective, as she sings about trying to gather herself in a turbulent time.
Read moreAUDIO: Grace Weber – “Lonely”
Singer Grace Weber’s new release “Lonely” is a soulful and introspective two-song release that showcases her impressive vocal range and talent as a songwriter. The lead track, “Lonely,” is a poignant reflection on a relationship that has come to an end, with Weber’s emotive vocals perfectly capturing the feelings of heartbreak and loneliness. The b-side, “Insincere,” is another soulful track
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