Category: Genre
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Yearning for More Than a Friendship: “Big Picture” by Grace Gardner & buffchick
When I heard that Grace Gardner was teaming up with buffchick for their latest single “Big Picture,” I knew it was going to be good. Both indie singer-songwriters with folk, pop, and rock elements in their music, the pairing immediately made sense. buffchick released their debut album, showtime, earlier this year, and Grace is preparing…
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Midwestern State of Mind with – Ohio All The Time by Momma
Brooklyn-based quartet is keeping their post-grunge vibe alive with their latest release, “Ohio All The Time.” Following their 2022 album, “Household Name,” the band has crafted their recent single to reflect the experiences and emotions they gathered while on tour. This new single masterfully blends the raw energy of their live performances with moments of…
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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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Experience the Magic: Seventeen’s Right Here World Tour Awaits!
As many of you might already know, I have a deep passion for concerts. There’s something exhilarating about getting ready for them—choosing the perfect outfit, coordinating accessories, and planning every little detail of the experience. The anticipation builds as I think through the whole evening: from the moment I step out the door to the…
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Olive Klug in Easthampton, Massachusetts
Olive Klug is an artist that I have listened to for years, and I finally got the chance to see them solo in Western Massachusetts. They released their debut album Don’t You Dare Make Me Jaded last year and just recently released their debut independent single, “What To Make Of Me.” They have made a…
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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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It’s a Bit More Than Mangos for Shallow Alcove
The first time I saw Shallow Alcove live was on a rainy afternoon in Glasgow. I had been living in Florence, Italy, for five months studying abroad before embarking on a backpacking trip with my partner. This trip was what I had dreamed of since I was small. If I got to tell my younger…
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Girlhood and All of Its Confusion: Late Start by Carol Ades
Existing in the world as a twenty something-year-old isn’t easy. Existing in that same space as a twenty something-year-old queer girl sometimes feels impossible. On her debut album Late Start, Carol Ades takes these feelings, examines them with a magnifying glass, a pen, and a sweet voice, and lays them out for all of us…
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Sad Song by P1Harmony
“As someone who has followed this band’s journey from their humble beginnings, it’s a privilege to witness their growth. The evolution and the new heights they continue to reach are truly exciting. This new EP is a significant milestone in their journey, a testament to their dedication and hard work.“ P1Harmony, a South Korean K-pop…
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Ella Luna: The Jazzy Lyrical Sapphic Goddess of Indie Pop
I discovered Ella Luna while searching for emerging indie artists and was instantly captivated by her sapphic, indie-pop sound. Her song “Nina” was the first track I heard, and I was immediately entranced by her light and lively vocals, which exude a sense of warmth and intimacy. Ella Luna’s music has a remarkable ability to…
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The Funky and Incredibly Catchy, “Talk” by Fleshed Out
I’ve been in a real funk lately. It’s a cyclical funk, typically falling into it near the end of the summer every year, where I seem to lose interest and motivation for everything. I’m falling behind on reading, catching severe writer’s block, and falling behind on keeping up with the latest song releases. However, while…
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Brye and Tessa Violet Remind Us That Our Bodies Are Our Friends
Self-love is something that can be hard to come by, but sometimes, all it takes is a song to remember that we should love our bodies for who they are. That is exactly what alt-pop artist Tessa Violet and singer-songwriter Brye have done on their latest track, “My Body’s My Buddy.” While at first the…
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three artists you’ve never heard of
I am back to share some of my favorite discoveries from the past month. Living in Nashville, it’s no surprise that two-thirds of my picks come from here. I hope you enjoy these selections as much as I did, appreciating their unique qualities and commitment to pushing the boundaries of genreless music. meg elsier Meg…
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Mirani and Mingi Are Calling: Why You Need to Hit Them Up with Their Latest Track
On her latest single “Hit Me Up,” South Korean hip-hop artist, MIRANI, partners with ATEEZ rapper, Mingi, to take a bubbly approach at explaining the back-and-forth dynamic of a relationship where mixed messages are the primary language. Lyrics in the pre-chorus like “Do you want me? Or is it just me wanting you?” summarize the…
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FIG’S Mind is Naked
FIG is baring it all with her newest single “Mind is Naked”, a sad indie pop and R&B anthem that will quite possibly leave you eating your feelings.
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