On The Rise: Leanna Firestone

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Leanna Firestone’s angelic voice and relatable lyrics really resonate with her TikTok followers and for good reason, it’s the exact kind of vulnerable songwriting that strikes a chord and feels so fresh. We talked to Leanna about her new song, what’s been inspiring her lately, and the challenges she’s faced in her career. Leanna! How did you get started in …

Isaac Dunbar Is A Whole Vibe

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Isaac Dunbar truly is SUCH.A.VIBE. His dreamy vocals match his dreamy personality. We got to catch up backstage at Austin City Limits and it was so awesome to hear about the inspiration behind his alter ego, his music and what’s coming up next for him.  I LOVE your outfit so, so much. Isaac Dunbar: Thank you! I love your eyeshadow. …

Jake Wesley Rogers Talks Love And Inspiration

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Jake Wesley Rogers is as dynamic and animated as you’d expect. Coming off an early flight to Austin, we talked about what’s next for him. P.S. his EP Love is out and it’s the most incredible piece of music I’ve ever heard! First off, thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me. I know you’re just …

Big Wild Is A Name You Need To Know

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If you know anything about Big Wild, you know he loves nature and incorporating his musical passions into it. Catching up with the artist backstage at Austin City Limits was nothing short of refreshing. He told me about the acai bowls he consumed earlier that day, as well as his eco-friendly tour and following passions.  So, the first question I …

JESSIA Is Just One Of The Guys

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JESSIA, is just as bubbly and fun as she looks. The Canadian pop songstress and I caught up backstage at this year’s Austin City Limits, and we got to chat about her songwriting, her excitement for seeing P!nk perform, and more. It was a great first welcome back to the festival, and if you haven’t gotten a chance to check …

Homes At Night Feels ‘Wasted On You’

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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,” …

Kit Major Has A “God Complex”

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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 …

Simone Needs To Be On Your Radar

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Simone’s vulnerability bleeds through her music, her new song “Manhattan” perfectly encapsulates that feeling of trying to escape your past but feeling it everywhere. We talked to her about her songwriting and how to stay healthy on social media and in the music industry. How did you get started in music? Simone: I was always performing, I have a brother, …

Amber Ais Is Starting A New Chapter

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I’ve been a fan of Amber Ais for a while now, her honest lyrics and her emotional transparency hits hard. You truly feel like you’re talking to a good friend about your latest life updates. She has this ability to make her experiences feel so universal. We talked to her about her debut album and her biggest lessons from her …

Artist To Watch: Caleb Hearn

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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 …