Courtney Paige Nelson Had To Save Herself

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Courtney Paige Nelson’s dark pop sound and haunting vocals are such a vibe, and her music has a purpose. “Saved Myself” is an empowering track about taking responsibility for your mental health and ultimately being your own hero. We talked to her about being “wired different,” her new music, and why you need to get to know yourself. How did …

New Music Sunday: November 22nd 2020

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Dasha is back with a gorgeous new song and it’s the perfect vibe for right now.  She says, “Better Than She Did’ started as a melody idea in my voice memos. I had no idea where the song was going-all I knew is I had the start of something really cool. I wrote the song with my friend Alex Veronneau …

New Video Alert: Willow Raye’s “Dark Waters”

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Willow Raye’s soft voice is almost like a whisper, it’s so ethereal and light and when put over the gentle guitars in “Dark Waters” it’s the perfect combo. Her new video for the track perfectly compliments the song, Willow Raye looks like an angel against the dark background, floating in an ivory dress. It’s a gorgeous juxtaposition and something that …

Fickle Friends: Restarting Ourselves Again

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I have been obsessed with Fickle Friends for the last few years. So much so I was CONVINCED they would play at Coachella. Needless to say, I have yet to see them live, but fast forward to this year, where I got to interview Natti, their lead singer. Their first two singles are incredible and I can’t wait for the …

New Music Sunday: November 15th 2020

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We’re beyond obsessed with this EP, Ginesse is definitely an artist you need to pay attention to, we’ve been looping “White Denim” all weekend. She says, “LA can be a lonely place. The EP is about the people who have stuck around though it all and helped changed my point of view of my life experiences. These people saved my …

BLÜ EYES Knows It’s Just Life

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BLÜ EYES has a cosmic, ethereal vibe and her gentle voice and synthy tracks combine in such a beautiful way. Her song “Just Life” is a series of revelations made by the young artist over soft, trickling guitars and effortless melodies. We talked to her about the song, staying motivated, and speaking up when you have an opinion. How did …

Amy Macdonald: The Human Demands

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Amy Macdonald is an artist in her own lane. You won’t find another female rocker with her same sound – and in the best way. She’s paved her own lane, and her album is officially out. It’s a project she’s extremely proud of and one to add to your playlists this fall. We’re so excited to introduce her to you.  …

Juliette Reilly Is Married To The Grind

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I love the concept behind Juliette Reilly’s new song “Married.” I turned 29 this year and I’ve noticed almost all of my friends settling down in their lives. The music industry is a tough bitch and calls for a life living for yourself and your career. It’s something a lot of people don’t understand and I’m so glad I have …

New Music Sunday: November 1st 2020

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Clearly, we’re obsessed with LEON.  She has this ability to pinpoint an exact feeling, and it hurts because of how precise it is. You know you’ve felt the same way before. Her new album Apart is a collection of songs that embody all the emotions associated with love and heartbreak, and it couldn’t be a more on-brand album for LEON. The cinematic …

LEON’s New Album Apart Is Perfect For Isolation And Reflection

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LEON will always be synonymous with the same night as one of my worst breakups. I spent the day crying, then pushed myself out the door. It wasn’t the smartest decision given my mental state, but I stood there openly crying during all of LEON’s heartbreaking songs. Did everyone look at me like I was insane? 1000%, but it was …