Category: alternative
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Holding On and Letting Go: Mourning Doves by Sleep Habits
Life moves, seasons change, and some songs stay tucked away until the right moment. There is a quiet beauty in holding onto them long enough for them to find their rightful place in the world. New Orleans-based indie-folk artist Sleep Habits embraces this patience on Mourning Doves, a reflective EP built from older tracks that…
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Video Age + Hovvdy Concert Review
St. Claude Avenue is buzzing on this Friday night. There’s music blasting from every direction and people gathered on every corner. I’ve made the 15-minute trip to Siberia, a small, intimate bar and live music venue that’s impossible to overlook thanks to its mural of a mammoth and mountain range. Tonight, I’m here for something…
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8 Under 80k
While scrolling through Spotify, it can get a bit frustrating trying to find new artists beyond what their algorithm pushes towards you. If you’re looking for smaller artists to support before they inevitably rise through the ranks, we’ve got just the collection for you. The artists below, at the time of writing, all have under…
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Taking Ownership Over Heartache: “When You Go” by Rita Mae
Rita Mae kicks off their latest single by crooning, “If you don’t call me when you land / That’s how I’ll know that it’s over,” a devastating blow to a lover who likely never deserved her. Following a run of singles that all appear on her Kiss the Sky EP, “When You Go” is a…
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Venus’ New EP, Things Change, Explores Time, Transformation, and Moving Forward
On a Monday night, I had the pleasure of diving into the world of Venus, a talented artist whose unique style and captivating presence have quickly made her one of my favorites. With her gap-toothed smile, she told me all about her latest EP, Time Change– one she wrote, sang, and solely produced. A California…
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rowena fysx says “don’t text me back” in her latest ep
Rowena Fysx is garnering quiet success in the Toronto area. Her Filipino-Canadian background gives her a slight edge that I was initially intrigued by. I discovered her on Instagram in the ‘audios’ section, and upon reaching her page, I observed a heavy focus on visual narratives. Single after single, Fysx is building her discography to…
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Karma’s a Bitch, and Heartbreak “Tastes Like Shit,” According to BIZZY’s Latest Single
More often times than not, there are two sides to ending a relationship: the heartbreaker and the heartbroken. The one who walks away feeling free, triumphant, or even indifferent, and the one left devastated, confused, and downright horrible. Alt-pop artist BIZZY explores the idea of being on both sides in her latest single, “Tastes Like…
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Taking Fate Into Your Hands: “think I got a bad idea” by Keni Titus
When there are no limits to the bad ideas, they often come easier than the good ones. Keni Titus’s new song, “think i got a bad idea,” embodies a carefree spirit and a desire to break free. The song perfectly captures the essence of embracing unconventional thoughts and challenging the norm. After being entirely captivated…
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SPACE AGE COUNTRY GIRL – Agnes Hartwich
For fans of Billie Eillish, K.Flay, and Tove Lo, you definitely cannot sleep on Agnes Hartwich. Hailing from Denmark, Hartwich is a self-proclaimed “sad-grunge-tumblr-girl from 2014, but 9 years later,” and she did not miss the mark. She just released her debut album, SPACE AGE COUNTRY GIRL, a 10-track indie rock project with pop and…
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It’s Picnic Season, and We’ve Got the Perfect Playlist
As the weather warms and the days lengthen, the desire to bask in the warm air and sunshine intensifies. Flowers bloom, the warm air seeps into your skin, and sunsets become immaculate sights. What better way to celebrate and appreciate the lovely weather than by grabbing some blankets, packing your favorite snacks and beverages, gathering…
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rachel’s may faves
Oh, sweet May. Where do I begin? There is no better feeling than opening Spotify and hearing fresh tracks back to back that you actually enjoy. Honestly, I barely indulged in music the first few months of 2024, but this month summoned magical artistry and lyrical masterminds that made music feel like music again. From…
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amen! – hemlock concert and EP review
Sunday night in an offbeat bar, I’m here to attend hemlock‘s EP release party in New Orleans, Louisiana. Saturn Bar is an eclectic dive bar–two stories high and accompanied by an attached backyard patio. Some may say it looks run down and raggedy, but I like to think of it as a well lived-in bar…
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Delaware Natives, Death By Indie, Gear Up to Celebrate Sophomore Album Release
Within the wider Delaware music scene, there is a vibrant DIY niche in the Wilmington-Newark area that is home to plenty of DIY venues and local staples. If you’ve ever attended a show at The Temple or Rainbow Records in Newark, you’re likely to know the name Death by Indie. Formed nearly three years ago,…
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Exploring Personal Accountability: A Review of dee holt’s “make a move”
We often yield to these feelings, embracing the unpredictability of panic over the potential for newfound confidence. It’s this uncharted territory that Canadian pop singer Dee Holt navigates delicately in her latest single, “Make A Move.”
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Music As A Means of Comfort–“Shakes” and “Close My Eyes” by Luke Hemmings
Sometimes, life has a way of making the things that you love seem a little more dull than usual. I’ve got to be honest and say that 2024 did not welcome me with open arms. On the contrary, it’s felt more like I’ve been one step behind everyone else, struggling not only to keep pace,…
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