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wave to earth – flaws and all
wave to earth is a Korean-based alternative/rock band consisting of three members: Shin Donggyu (drummer), Daniel Kim (vocalist and guitarist), and Soonjong Cha (bassist). While some of the band’s songs are performed in Korean, most of them are in English. In late 2019, Shin Donggyu and Daniel Kim started creating music and were joined by…
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tours to check out this summer
Summers are jam-packed with fun events and vacations, so if you want something else to add to your schedule, look no further. Here are a few concerts you should not miss this summer if you want to set up the perfect concert schedule. Leith Ross Leith Ross is a singer-songwriter based in Ottawa, CA. They…
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Girl Groups to Check Out This Spring
Girls Generation, Destiny’s Child, Fifth Harmony, 2NE1, The Spice Girls. You haven’t lived in the modern world if you haven’t heard a song by an iconic girl group. Even though Blackpink might be a new name in the mouths of music enjoyers, girl groups have been around and popular since The Andrew Sisters in the…
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taurus playlist
Whew, it’s finally Taurus season. We have officially moved out of the seemingly chaotic and fast-paced Aries season, and now it’s time to slow down, relax, and indulge in life’s simplest pleasures. Taurus is an earth sign ruled by Venus, so everything this season revolves around love, beauty, and money. Represented by the bull, Tauruses…
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ppl plsr – DNL
With his debut single, “ppl plsr,” DNL has made a strong entrance into the realm of music, establishing himself as must-not-miss rising artist. “ppl plsr” is a well-crafted demonstration of DNL’s passion and dedication to breaking into the music industry, gracefully intertwining hints of R&B and bedroom pop to create an infectiously catchy tune. “ppl…
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Modus Operandi – Juan Wauters & Frankie Cosmos
Uruguayan singer/songwriter Juan Wauters teams up with the soft spoken Frankie Cosmos on “Modus Operandi,” the second single off of Wauters’ forthcoming album, Wandering Rebel. “Modus Operandi” is a gentle and oddly comforting musing about NYC transplant culture and is accompanied by a fantastic music video where the two roam around large, tourist driven areas…
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king isis – “scales” ep release
King Isis releases their debut EP, scales, exploring their journey with self-exploration and affirmation. The six track EP fuses R&B and rock with jazz and blues, showcasing their punchy vocals and soothing vibrato. With their solo track, “I’m fine, thx 4 asking,” King Isis finds an energetic and vivacious chorus that pushes the agenda that–…
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aries artists to get you through the season
Aries season is almost over, but don’t let that get you down! We’ve compiled a list of our top five Aries artists, and a deep dive to explain how the stars influence their music. 1. Audrey Nuna – April 2 – R&B, pop, trap, and hip-hop Audrey Nuna’s skillful ability to weave R&B, pop, trap,…
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sweetly – jake brewer
New York based singer-songwriter Jake Brewer has spread his wings even further this year. At only 22 years-old, he has released an album, Boys Do Cry, and an EP, What Love Did to Me. In addition to music, Brewer is a founder of FRNDLY media, a host of a podcast, and a recent TedX speaker.…
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know you better – ky abe
Based out of Southern California, Ky Abe is an indie-pop trio consisting of lead singer, Ky, and producers Theo and Kian. Over the past three years producing and writing music from their bedroom studio, Ky Abe has crafted their unique sound, drawing inspiration from a fusion of electronic, indie, and pop music. Their latest release,…
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V – unknown mortal orchestra
I first started listening to New Zealand based indie group Unknown Mortal Orchestra when I was about sixteen. Their 2015 release, Multi-Love, was one of my first exposures to the idiosyncrasies of production: how live instrumentation can be warped whilst still maintaining an authentic sound. Consisting of frontman Ruban Nielson, bassist Jacob Portrait, and drummer…
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afterlife – juliana madrid
Dallas artist Juliana Madrid’s latest release, ‘Afterlife,’ encapsulates whimsy pop existentialism. Her approach to crafting her sound is similar to label-mates; Christine and the Queens, Charlie XCX, and Tove Lo, to name but a few. Juliana’s sound is undoubtedly inspired by those who have come before her, but her individualistic approach to making music results…
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Mina Okabe releases her new ep, “Spinning Around”
In her EP, Spinning Around, Danish-Japanese pop singer Mina Okabe showcases her warm vocals and dreamy pop sound. Using experiences such as heartbreak, self-reflection, and good adventures as examples, Mina’s stories are meant to relate to her audience on an emotional level. In addition to its easygoing and dreamy vibe, the EP serves as an…
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EUNOIA – Billlie
At first, “EUNOIA” (yoo-no-ee-ah) looks like a made-up word. But, fun fact, it actually comes from the Greek word εὔνοια which means “well mind” or “beautiful thinking.” If you’ve never heard the name Billlie, they are a 7-member girl group based in South Korea. Their name means, “we will express our b-side, the inner self…
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a guide to So!YoON!
Hwang Soyoon, also known by her stage name, “So!YoON!” is a South Korean singer-songwriter and lead singer of the band SE SO NEON (새소년). With the release of her new album, Episode 1: Love, she steps out to create a unique and jaw-dropping work of art. SE SO NEON Starting her career at 18 with…
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