Tag: new music
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miette hope
Originally from Colorado and now residing in Brooklyn, Miette Hope is in the city of dreams–or at least a borough outside of it. I spoke to Hope in late February over Zoom on Valentine’s Day. While scheduling, I failed to realize it was a holiday, but Hope was happy to accommodate me. Recently, Hope has…
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coming back with a vengeance: a review of chungha’s “eenie meenie”
After almost two years of radio silence following her departure from her previous company, South Korean singer Chungha steps back into familiar skin with her newest two-song digital single album, “EENIE MEENIE.” Her career spans nearly a decade, debuting in Korean girl group I.O.I after placing fourth on the reality competition show, Produce 101, in…
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Navigating Heartbreak: A Review of spiderblush’s “Big Deal”
“In the moments following a separation, there’s a pause that feels like time standing still, where emotions swirl and uncertainty hangs heavy in the air. It’s in this pause that we enter the space Spiderblush effortlessly captures, where we navigate the balance of acceptance and longing…”
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ANGEL CHILD – CMRNPRKR
CMRNPRKR, a dynamic hip-hop artist hailing from Suffolk, Virginia, is making waves in the music scene at the age of 28. With a string of impressive accomplishments already under his belt, including opening for Virginia’s own Pharrell Williams and collaborating with the legendary Teddy Riley, CMRNPRKR is not only a regional icon but also a…
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ghost — Sierra Spirit
As artists start to release their first projects in 2024, indie artist Sierra Spirit is breaking into the music sphere with her first ever single “ghost”. Sierra Spirit draws from both her cultural background as a Native American as well as her lived experience, focusing on themes including love and loss in her music.
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The Melancholy of Celebration: A Review of Mae Marie’s “Birthday Candle Wishes”
In listening, you either find solace in shared sentiments or understanding – recalling those around you who’ve always alluded to experiencing similar complexities, yet you never quite grasped. You hear it in first-person, experiencing the depth and nuance of the emotions she delicately unfolds and find a new understanding in what celebration truly entails.
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take yr time – dad sports
Who would have known an Ottawa-based dream pop project named dad sports would come to fruition in just a few short years? Dad sports, now solely under Miguel Plante, has dropped a new single after nearly three years. Right after releasing their last project, I AM JUST A BOY LEAVE ME ALONE !!! in 2021,…
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julia’s january faves
New releases for January is always a fun scavenger hunt. You get the chance to discover what era artists are coming into, setting the tone for future releases. To see the progress and arcs over their career is something I personally enjoy navigating. I think it also aligns with the new year and wanting to…
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avoid the news — Hana Eid
Whether you are currently going through a friend breakup or know the feeling of having gone through one, indie rock singer-songwriter Hana Eid knows the feeling all too well and discusses it in her newest single “Avoid the News”.
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Cold Days and Warm Nostalgia: Exploring PACKS’ Latest Album, “Melt the Honey”
“While simple in its expression, the lyrics set the tone for what the album truly is, and that’s a deep exploration of [Link]’s ongoing struggle with feelings of love, loneliness, heartbreak, and seasonal melancholy that keep her awake at night.”
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Faye Webster and Lil Yachty Join Forces for the Playful “Lego Ring”
Faye Webster and Lil Yachty are ringing in 2024 with their collaborative single, “Lego Ring.” The ethereal charm of Webster’s soft voice blends seamlessly with Lil Yachty’s distorted sound, creating an exciting, psychedelic-rock atmosphere. The interplay of their vocals take centerstage in this song, overshadowing the straightforward and repetitive instrumentation but enhancing the slowed down,…
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alchemical 1 – dove cameron
Alchemy was an ancient chemical practice of trying to convert everyday materials into gold and finding a universal elixir. Now, it is often talked about in the process of self-transformation. Dove Cameron spotlights this concept in her debut album, Alchemical 1. 2022 was a big year for Dove with her songs “Boyfriend” and “Breakfast” blowing…
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mxmtoon’s plum blossom (revisited)
Watching mxmtoon grow both into herself and her music these past five years has been no short of a treat. 23-year-old Maia has been making music under the name mxmtoon since 2017, and released her debut EP plum blossom on December 7th, 2018. To mark the 5 year anniversary, she decided to go back into…
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separate ways – eyedress ft. the marías
If there’s a particular genre of music I truly devour, it is cosmic-sounding heartbreak songs. I have a deep affection for soulful guitar riffs, twinkling keys and synths, and heart-wrenching lyrics. Finding musical satisfaction in this musical niche has been elusive lately, but Eyedress and The Marías exceeded my expectations with their collaborative single, “Separate…
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under my hands – meredith rounsley
Step aside for this Nashville based artist, Meredith Rounsley. Originally from rural Maryland, Rounsley moved to Nashville to expand her sound as a growing indie-pop musician. Her background of soul, gospel, and radio music marries with her folk and indie pop to create something totally distinctive. She released her first four-track project, Ember, in 2021…
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