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lany, “you!”
L.A.-based trio LANY has released its soothing new single and music video, “you!.” The band first revealed themselves to the world with their self-titled debut in 2017 and secured their reputation with their 2018 album Malibu Nights which cracked the Billboard Album...
rydell, “three wise monkeys”
Rydell’s “Three Wise Monkeys” is a modern interpretation of the ancient Japanese proverb. The track calls on the listener to open their eyes, ears and mouths to what is happening in society and throughout the world. This is the lead single off of her debut EP, Stained...
donna missal | bedroom sessions
Earlier this summer, Donna Missal released her beautifully raw and utterly powerful album Lighter. Its soulful vocals, touching lyrics, and country-meets-90’s rock sound garnered an impressive amount of praise from publications like Billboard and The New Nine. But...
david newton & thee mighty angels, a gateway to a lifetime of disappointment
It has been nine years since David Newton & Thee Mighty Angels released the debut EP, Paint the Town, so there’s no better time than now to release a debut album. A Gateway to a Lifetime of Disappointment is Newton’s debut solo album and a modern contemporary take...
eighty ninety, “know me”
NYC-based brotherly duo Eighty Ninety’s latest single “Know Me” is an understated love song that is tinged with woe but overcome with sweetness. It talks about how love inspires hope, meaning, and possibly even absolution when faced with tragedy. Formed recently in...
kandle, stick around and find out
By: Leigha Stuiso Singer-songwriter Kandle (Kandle Osborne) found herself recording her latest release Stick Around and Find Out during lockdown. But you know what they say; extraordinary circumstances call for extraordinary music. Okay maybe that isn’t what they say,...
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“august [2020] i’m on your side, or did i speak too soon?” [best videos]
Sometimes you feel so unmotivated that even music doesn't get you out of your funk. But, what if it's just the selection of best music VIDEOS that get you inspired? We've got the best new numbers of August 2020 right here for you to enjoy. Perhaps a luscious new...
jono dorr, the unexamined life part 1
Jono Dorr, a prolific songwriter and producer, has released his 6 part project, titled The Unexamined Life Part 1. Dorr has helped to launch and sustain the career of noteworthy artists such as Hayley Kiyoko, and has worked with Kehlani, The Neighbourhood, and Gnash....
the blam blams, “opening night”
The Blam Blams put a spotlight on behind the scenes magic in their latest single and title track of their upcoming album, “Opening Night”. For their debut album, they have created a concept album exploring the life of Sydney Fabel, a bisexual actor/artist in 1970’s...
running lights, “one in a million”
In their new affection-infused single “One in a Million”, NYC pop trio Running Lights remind listeners to savour the moments in life that we hold dear. The trio wants to stress the importance of cherishing your loved ones, especially in light of the social isolation...
war strings, who cares how it ends
Who Cares How It Ends is the debut album from War Strings and is the result of passion and perseverance. Los Angeles-based indie artist Andrew Stogel has been working on his craft from a young age and all of that hard work has led up to this. War Strings is an...
maps & his mothball fleet, “visit mississippi”
Maps & His Mothball Fleet have released “Visit Mississippi”, the second single off of their upcoming album GULF, due out on August 21st on Azteca Records. Matt Wanamaker, nicknamed “Maps” by a young niece who couldn’t pronounce his given name, was deployed to...
xelli island, “02 20 20”
Xelli Island, the dream pop project of vocalist, songwriter, and shapeshifter Lianna Vanicelli, has released the first single off the upcoming debut EP of Vanicelli’s solo career, which she describes as her life’s work. After fronting various bands starting at age 14,...
idris ackamoor & the pyramids, shaman!
Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids reach their peak powers with their latest album Shaman!. The jazz collective created a stellar album that just adds to their impressive discography. The album was produced by Malcolm Catto at his analogue HQ, Quatermass Studio in...
elizabeth young, “i won’t fall”
Singer-songwriter Elizabeth Young may only be 16 years old, but her wisdom and natural accessibility goes far beyond her years and translate beautifully into her music. Young has a remarkable ability to transform the life of a teenage girl into a universal experience....
cali rodi, “god save the queen”
Pop songs tend to be made for the purpose of going viral or just to get plays on the radio. Sometimes it makes you wonder if the process of making good or authentic music is even a goal anymore. If you look in the right places though, you will be able to find the...
whoa dakota, “walk right by”
The eclectic Whoa Dakota’s new single “Walk Right By” is an enlightened look both at the past and the future. Blending together disco with a modern R&B sound, this bop emboldens you to believe that you don’t need anyone besides yourself to reach your full...
cozm & naught, “lemonhead”
Have you ever heard a song that takes you into a different world? No? Look no further because Cozm & Naught are here to help. The psychedelic, electronic duo from Atlanta released their latest single, “Lemonhead”. The track shifts you into a state where the mind...