Category: alternative
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deb fan
Looking through Deb Fan’s Instagram, I was pleasantly charmed by her. Her allure came across as picturesque and distant with a Y2K aesthetic behind all posts beckoning you to look at her. When we spoke, she didn’t feel distant. Instead, I got the feeling of familiarity. Fan was engaged and actively participated in our conversation,…
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Delightfully Unserious Cowboy Music, hippocampus new ep “wasteland”
I am admittedly late to the Hippo Campus train. Before their 2018 hit “Bambi,” the band produced and released music for several years. They had already made a name for themselves in the indie scene with a few hits, including their most recognized song, “Buttercup,” which had reached number one in streaming. However, Bambi and…
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AAPI Artists Spotlight
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, or AAPIH month, is an annual observance held in the United States that recognizes the prolific and diverse cultural heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Recognized during the month of May, AAPIH month provides the opportunity to honor the unique traditions, customs, and histories of these communities,…
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gemini playlist
It’s Gemini season, everyone! Geminis, the third sign of the zodiac, are renowned for their charm, wit, and adaptability. Symbolized by The Twins, Geminis embody duality, versatility, and contrasting qualities. Despite the occasional negative stereotype for being impulsive and unreliable, Geminis thrive as social butterflies, effortlessly embracing change and adapting to different environments. To celebrate…
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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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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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march favorites
March has honestly been quite an exciting month in terms of music this year. For months on end, I struggled to stay up-to-date with new releases and invest my time in finding new artists to listen to. It was hard for me to find excitement in listening to new music when I found far more…
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a guide to taylor swift’s openers
The time has finally come. Taylor Swift has finally kicked off her “Eras” Tour, her first since 2018. If you recall her last tour, the “1989” Tour, Swift managed to surprise her crowd nearly every show with a guest appearance. However, this tour comes with no surprises, as she announced that nine different artists were…
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radiohead – nightly
Nightly (with enthusiasm)!! This Nashville-based alternative pop band consists of members Johnathan Capeci, Joey Beretta, and Nicholas Sainato. Popular songs like “the movies” and “Twenty Something” show vulnerability in love and in life and breaks down the complexities of relationships. In an interview, Capeci said one of his “favorite things to do is [drive] home…
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aries playlist
Aries season is now upon us. It’s time to be passionate about all the things you love and not be ashamed about it. As a fire sign, Aries are confident and domineering, but also possess relentless determination. Don’t be afraid to go after what you want, and most importantly–remember there is no such thing as…
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the secret history – a playlist deep dive
“I suppose at one time in my life I might have had any number of stories, but now there is no other. This is the only story I’ll be able to tell.” Written by Donna Tartt, The Secret History swiftly became one of the best novels I have read to date. I’ll admit, it’s a…
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it’ll be (video game song) – lauren juzang
If you’re not familiar with singer/songwriter Lauren Juzang, now is the time to make yourself acquainted. Originally from Tarzana, California, Juzang is currently attending Syracuse University as a student in the Bandier Program for Recording and Entertainment Industries. Following up her 2022 single, “Yeehoo!,” Juzang is back with the release of a heartbreaking, yet way-too-relatable…
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