Category: reviews
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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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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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Recap of my amazing, unpredictable, and lively Lollapalooza adventure
After enduring one of the most chaotic experiences of my life, I genuinely believe I can do anything—any festival, anywhere. Well, maybe not anywhere. I am not a camper. Over the weekend, I had an incredible time at Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL. This fantastic four-day festival showcases an eclectic mix of music genres and talented…
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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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An Ode to Love and Loss: A Review of 100 Watt Horse’s EP, Okey Donkey
Picture yourself running around a grassy field barefoot and carefree. You’re gathered around a bonfire with your closest friends friends until the fire turns to embers and ashes. Fireflies flicker all around you as dusk approaches. Or, perhaps you are reading in front of an open window, embraced by a warm late summer breeze. This…
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To Charm or To Be Charmed? Review of Clairo’s Charm
Claire Cottrill, known musically as Clairo, is an American singer/songwriter often described as a bedroom pop artist. After gaining traction from “Pretty Girl,” she released her debut album, Immunity, in 2019. This brought her major successes, and she continued to inspire the indie-pop scene. Her relatability as a twenty-something that is also going through life,…
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Bittersweet Goodbyes: A Review of Copeland James’ “Garden of Secrets and Goodbyes”
Copeland James’ recent indie-folk single, “Garden of Secrets and Goodbyes,” recounts the bittersweet nostalgia of reflecting on time spent with someone who is no longer in their life. The release of this single coincided with James’ relocating across the country to New York to further pursue music–something I could only imagine making the themes of…
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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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Magdalena Bay Invites You to Meet Your Brand New Image in Latest Single
“Close your eyes. Imagine a brand new, better you. Now wait 22 minutes. Now open your eyes. Meet your brand new image! Isn’t it amazing that the meat in our heads can do this?“ The delightfully eclectic synthpop duo, Magdalena Bay, has returned with a second single from their forthcoming sophomore album, Imaginal Disk. “Image” is…
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