ASHY’s effervescent pop sounds immediately hooked me. She has this incredible energy when she’s performing and we were so lucky to catch her first hand at SXSW this year. She has this ability to radiate major pop star energy no matter what stage she’s on and we only see big things for her future. We talked about her music journey …
The End Of The Age Of Rock Stars
When you think of the rockstar trope, what comes to mind? Mick Jagger, Robert Plant, David Bowie, the classic male archetypes in immaculate outfits, swaggering onstage in front of an awe-struck crowd. The darker side of the rockstar lore, the underaged girls, is the side of history people try to forget. They cover it up by saying it was a …
Concert Review: LAYA Is A One-Person Must-See Show
Emerging from the purple, fluorescent lights, LAYA takes center stage. The crowd shouts as she greets her excited audience, informing everyone this is the last show on her tour. The rhinestone embellished seaming of her black shorts shimmers in the stage lights. Her zebra print gloves come up to her shoulders and accent her matching thigh-high boots and black bra. …
Homes At Night Feels ‘Wasted On You’
Homes At Night is one of our favorite new finds, their new song “Wasted On You” feels like such a driving force, filled with a dramatic chorus and yearning lyrics that cut to the core. We current music recs, and the challenges they’ve faced. Tell me about “Wasted On You” – what’s the story behind it? Hank: “Wasted On You,” …
Artist To Watch: Caleb Hearn
I can honestly say that my favorite thing about TikTok (aside from meshing my career with my passion project) is the ability for me to discover new artists while scrolling through my for you page. I first saw Caleb’s track “Always Been You,” which is weird considering I am weirdly single, but I think it’s obvious my page knows I’m …
Artist To Watch: Gemma Laurence
Gemma Laurence’s new song “Lavender” is the perfect example of her incredible story-telling lyrics and ethereal voice. The song is a beautiful message to her friend and it’s highlighted by intricate instrumentals that feel so dreamy and nostalgic. We talked to her about the meaning behind the song and the important of forming a music community. How did you get …
G Flip’s “Waste of Space” Shares An Important Message
G Flip is definitely an artist you need to know. They perfectly juxtapose vulnerable lyrics with chilling, gorgeous production that all comes together so perfectly. Everyone in their new video for “Waste Of Space” is non binary including the director and the producer. G Flip is on a mission to change the face of the music industry, we talked to …
RAYE Debuts Abstract Visual For Latest Release, “Hard Out Here”
Pop artist RAYE makes her return to music with brazen new single, “Hard Out Here.” The accompanying music video showcases the artist’s one-of-a-kind style equipped with elaborate outfits, wigs, and dances. Flashy visuals aside, the track’s lyricism is an emotionally charged metaphorical middle finger to the industry. “Hard Out Here” has a high tempo pop beat laden with synths and …
Artist To Watch: Chloe Berry On Unbecoming
Chloe Berry’s song “Unbecoming” first caught my attention on TikTok, it just has so much emotion and I feel like the song tackles a subject we don’t hear enough about, nostalgia for your past self. I talked to Chloe about her songwriting process and the challenges she’s faced in her career. How did you get started in music? Chloe Berry: …
Zolita: We’re Having A Queer Renaissance In Pop Music
Zolita’s song “Somebody I Fucked Once” was all over my fyp when it came out and for good reason. It’s anthemic and earwormy and the matching visuals bring to mind 2000’s teen movies in the best way. We talked to her about her stunning visuals, her favorite Lady Gaga video, and dealing with imposter syndrome. How did you get started …