renforshort has been building an impressive career. She’s toured with Yungblud, The Band Camino, and Tai Verdes, and her album ‘dear amelia’ evokes a sort of intimacy and authenticity that feels so rare. We talked to her at SXSW about the importance of taking care of your mental health and the challenges she’s faced in music, I feel like SXSW …
Kit Major Has A “God Complex”
Kit Major’s new song “God Complex” has all the angst and edge we love in music and when crossed with her commanding vocals and honest songwriting, she’s definitely an artist to keep your eye on. We talked to her about the new song, what’s been inspiring her lately and the challenges she’s faced in her career. How did you get …
Liv Slingerland Is A Name You Need To Know
I can’t remember the first time I saw Liv Slingerland perform but I know I’ve seen her name countless times. She’s toured with everyone from Olivia Rodrigo to Halsey but now she’s getting ready to release her debut album. Her song “Hey You” is the perfect teaser for her unique sound, guitar-driven, angsty but still bouncy and vibrant. We talked …
You Need To Know About Gatlin
While she’s much younger than me, Gatlin’s songs are relatable in any phase of life. With her sophomore EP on the way, I chatted with her to learn more about her two singles she’s just graced us with. I envision “What If I Love You” soundtracking any rom com where the characters go their separate ways, and if any music …
“Boy band” Isn’t An Insult, You Need To Get Over It
When you think of boy bands, what comes to mind? One Direction? NSYNC? The Backstreet Boys? I recently posted a Tik Tok saying all bands with boys are boy bands, and people got very, VERY upset, mostly because I grouped in 5SOS (along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Led Zeppelin). According to comments, they can’t be a “boy …
HYRA Is A Name You Need To Know
When I first listened to HYRA’s “Broken Heart,” I was immediately hooked by her captivating voice and insanely danceable melodies. The classic 80’s sound with her modern sensibilities is totally on-trend, but not in a way that sounds forced. We talked to her about new projects, her viral Tik Tok cover, and the challenges she’s faced. How did you get …
Natalie Shay On NAKED And Finding Her Voice
If you haven’t already added singer-songwriter Natalie Shay to your latest Spotify playlist, it is imperative you do so now. Shay recently released her five-track EP, NAKED, as well as an accompanying music video for the titular track. The 21-year-old is a classically trained musician from North London, who uses her musical expertise to write and create catchy, energetic bops …
Jake Miller Is Working On Being Happier
TikTok and pop music are both my guilty pleasures during quarantine, so it shouldn’t surprise you that I caught up with Jake Miller during this time. The last time we met, he told me he was writing songs about being happier and I think “SAVED ME” emulates that exact feeling. We talked about his TikTok quarantine series and what else …
Julian Lamadrid Knows It’s His Time
Julian’s upbeat pop sound is perfect to get you ready for the summer. His latest single, “My Time” already has remixes and we’re craving more. It’s been amazing to get to talk to him about his inspiration and his songwriting. Tell us about “My Time” and the inspiration behind this single. Julian: I actually wrote My Time about two years …
Annette Lee: A Song For The Underdog
There’s nothing Annette Lee can’t do, the Internet sensation is known for her videos but now her musical ambitions are brought to life through her new song and the brilliant series surrounding it. We talked to her about being the underdog and the biggest challenges she’s faced. How did you get started in music? I know you’re involved in a …