Iris Jean: Keep A Clear Vision

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Iris Jean’s delicate voice and gorgeous melodies make her songs so addictive. Her new song “Sleep Tonight” perfectly displays her prowess for indie pop. We talked to her at SXSW about building a good team and how to get over nerves. How did you get started in music?  Iris Jean: I started playing guitar when I was 9 years old but …

Kevin Quinn Is Getting Real

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Kevin Quinn is no unfamiliar face in the entertainment industry, but something about his latest project is much more different than what you may know him as. You may know him as a bubbly, happy-go-lucky actor and musician, but this latest project touches on something much deeper than his previous pop music. “Real Me” touches on his mental health journey …

Elle Baez: I Love My Body

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Elle Baez has a fearlessness to her that is so addictive. Her music bleeds confidence, and her voice exudes power. Her new song, “I Love My Body,” has an unmistakable message, but Baez is relentless about spreading her gospel of self-love. We caught up with Elle to talk about the challenges she’s faced and fighting for your dreams. Why do …

Bizzy On Documenting Heartbreak

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If you’ve been following The New Nine, then you’ve already become familiar with one of our favorite artists. Alt-pop songstress BIZZY always knows how to weave gut-wrenching lyrics effectively with ultra-catchy melodies to create pop perfection.  BIZZY’s latest EP, I Don’t Get Breakups, meticulously documents her heartache in real-time, a six-track emotional tapestry that marries previously released singles with their reimagined …

In A Barbie World: Behind Disco Shrine’s Barbie Raves

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If you haven’t been to Disco Shrine’s Barbie Raves you are missing out. The Dj and musician has curated an event that highlights that feeling the the Barbie Movie gave so many of us. It feels like a safe space for your girliest feelings and a celebration of girlhood. We talked to her about how she started the event and …

What Are We Gatekeeping Anymore?

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“We were gatekeeping her from the Swifties,” the comments were coming through on a TikTok I made about introducing Ethel Cain to my Taylor Swift group chat. This was in 2022. Ethel Cain made Preacher’s Daughter my favorite album of that year. Ethel Cain was, by no means, my discovery. While she wouldn’t be considered mainstream, the song “American Teenager” …

Caity Krone: What Makes A Villain?

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Caity Krone is a true renaissance woman. Her graceful, poetic lyrics hit hard and she’s a renowned photographer who captures that same wistfulness in her photos. Her new song “Villain” details a complicated relationship with a high school frenemy, and it feels so poignant and honest. We talked to her about the challenges she’s faced lately, believing in your vision, …

Sadie Jean Is Feeling Nostalgic For 16

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If you were on TikTok during the early days of the pandemic, you might have frequented Sadie Jean’s performances across your feed. She made the waves with WYD Now? We got to catch up with her serendipitously in New York City at the cutest cafe, and we talked about thrifting, songwriting, and what’s in store for her this year. Sadie, …

Artist You Need To Know: Anabella Paige

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At only seventeen years old, Anabella Paige is easily securing herself a well-earned seat within the music industry. Armed with poetic lyrics and ethereal vocals, her artistry is wise beyond her years – and she’s only just beginning.  Her debut single, “Bandage,” earned her impressive placements on big Spotify playlists such as Spotify Fresh Finds and Fresh Finds Pop. She …

Getting To Know New Friends

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Indie Pop band New Friends takes us on a tour into their world. We explore their latest single, “Sad Sugar,” their experiences at Fanshawe College, and their upcoming tour, offering a glimpse into the heart of the music that has caught our attention. With their tour just around the corner, mark your calendars so you don’t miss out! Could you …