Queuing in line for hours in the rainy, cold December streets of New York City stood hundreds of fans hazy with anticipation for Surfaces to perform a sold-out show at Gramercy Theater. There is no truer sign of promise for an up and coming artist than a core fanbase that shows devotion beyond dedication. For Surfaces, the fans are everything. …
Janet May: Artist and Activist
Janet May is a force to be reckoned with, she’s an incredible singer and artist and her passion for activism is truly inspiring. She’s been protesting ICE, playing shows in prisons, and reminding you to vote. We talked to the up-and-coming artist about why it’s important for artists to be activists and her stunning music. How did you get started …
Maiah Manser Isn’t Your Doll
Maiah Manser is no stranger to the music industry, she was a backing vocalist for Mary Lambert which had her opening for Sam Smith, Ariana Grande, and Pharrell Williams, but the noir-pop songstress is an artist in her own right. Her song “DoLL” is a gritty and looming. Her emotional lyrics are the anchor for the haunting track. We talked …
RØYLS Are Taking Over
The band RØYLS recently came out with their new EP “I Think Too Much” in August and we’re loving it. This EP is a a total vibe, and we are feeling their distinctive alt-pop sound. In our interview, the band shares what keeps them motivated and their major influences. How did you come up with your band name? RØYLS: It’s …
New Video Alert: Brian Justin Crum’s “Bright”
Brian Justin Crum just dropped his gorgeous new video for “Bright” and the message is simple. He says, “It seems that at every turn someone is trying to dim our shine. We’re at odds today and it’s scary. I just want to invite people to rediscover their inner light.” The single features phenomenal violinist, AGT’s Brian King Joseph.Crum is set …
Rainsford Is The Dreamy Artist You Need To Know
Rainsford has the dreamiest voice and her new song “Open Open” is about as ethereal as it gets. We talked to her about the fashion in the video, the inspiration behind the song, and following your gut. How did you get started in music? Rainsford: I started dancing at a young age which was really influential in growing my love …
Rayelle Is Getting Her Own
Rayelle’s song “Get Dat” gained a ton of popularity from a Samsung commercial but she’s not going to stop there. Her sparkling music is the product of confidence. She knows who she is and she knows what she wants. “Get Dat” gained a lot of traction in the Samsung commercial! How does that feel? Rayelle: Amazing! Hearing that people all …
Anna Clendening Is Just Being Honest
Anna Clendening has the sweetest voice and her songs have this vulnerability that we can’t get enough of, her song “If I’m Being Honest” highlights her ease with exuberant melodies and relatability. It all comes down to this line for me, “if I’m being honest I miss you but I hate you at the same time.” We talked to the …
The Unstoppable Force Of Sigrid
Since we last talked with Norwegian singer-songwriter Sigrid in 2017, she’s been taking the pop world by storm. Her first full-length record, “Sucker Punch” was released this past March, and she spent the summer playing huge festival stages around the world before embarking on her first North American headlining tour. We caught up with her before her sold out show …
New Music Alert: Nightly’s “This Time Last Year”
Nightly has been on a roll. They’re literally on tour right now but are still blessing us with sweet, shimmering songs that will be stuck in the back of our brain. Today they dropped “This Time Last Year” and we’re obsessed. Jonathan Capeci says, “the song is the feeling of being one year older and one year removed from a …