Alicia Clara: Keep Your Eye On The Prize

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Alicia Clara’s songwriting is so authentically her, her gentle voice, the hyper-specific lyrics, all wrapped up in her dreamy melodies. It feels like she’s transporting you to another universe. We talked to her about taking time with projects and taking big risks. How did you get started in music? Alicia Clara: I’ve always known I wanted to make music, but …

Lily Kincade Makes Her Own Luck

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I first saw Lily Kincade on TikTok and was so hooked by her angelic voice. She has this ability to take a universal feeling and make it feel so specific it feels like you really get to know her on a super personal level. Her new song “3 Months” details the feeling of a breakup that is so hard to …

James the Seventh Is A Name You Need To Know

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When I first stumbled across James the Seventh on TikTok I was instantly mesmerized by her haunting vocals and ethereal melodies. She’s simply hypnotic and her music immediately pulls you in. We talked to her about her unusual journey into music, her discipline, and dealing with perfectionism. How did you get started in music? James the Seventh: I started doing …

Artist To Watch: J. Maya’s Poetic License

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J. Maya is as impressive as they come, a Harvard graduate who combines her love for music with her love for books in an effortless way. She made waves across TikTok with her song “Achilles Heel,” the mythology-laced song that gave new meaning to the term “smart pop.” Her new EP “Poetic License” is the exact work you’d want from …

Isaac Dunbar Is A Whole Vibe

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Isaac Dunbar truly is SUCH.A.VIBE. His dreamy vocals match his dreamy personality. We got to catch up backstage at Austin City Limits and it was so awesome to hear about the inspiration behind his alter ego, his music and what’s coming up next for him.  I LOVE your outfit so, so much. Isaac Dunbar: Thank you! I love your eyeshadow. …

Jake Wesley Rogers Talks Love And Inspiration

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Jake Wesley Rogers is as dynamic and animated as you’d expect. Coming off an early flight to Austin, we talked about what’s next for him. P.S. his EP Love is out and it’s the most incredible piece of music I’ve ever heard! First off, thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me. I know you’re just …

JESSIA Is Just One Of The Guys

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JESSIA, is just as bubbly and fun as she looks. The Canadian pop songstress and I caught up backstage at this year’s Austin City Limits, and we got to chat about her songwriting, her excitement for seeing P!nk perform, and more. It was a great first welcome back to the festival, and if you haven’t gotten a chance to check …

Artist To Watch: Francis Karel

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Hailing from Jakarta, meet your latest pop sensation Francis Karel. If you’ve been discovering new music on TikTok like I have, you probably have seen him come across your for you page. We got to chat with him about virality and his journey into music.  Tell us how you decided to start curating content and sharing your songwriting process with …

Leah Kate Is Here To Stay

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You’d be lying to yourself if you didn’t think Leah Kate’s aggressive pop sounds were addictive and catchy. With the release of her latest, “Life Sux,” she’s proved she’s a force here to stay. We were so excited to talk to her and hear about what inspired her to become an artist and some facts you might not have known …

Emei: Believing In Yourself Is Half The Battle

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Emei’s relatable lyrics and shimmering melodies hooked us immediately. Her latest song, “That Girl” is all about that unattainable life and the girl we wish we could be, and it’s definitely something we all need to hear. We talked to her about her writing process, setting boundaries, and how she stays motivated. Emei! How did you get started in music? …