Sophia Galate: How To Stop Doubting Yourself

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Sophia Galate’s powerful, soulful vocals, immediately caught our attention. Her song, “Should I Tell You,” perfectly highlights her gorgeous voice, it feels like it’s form another world, it’s so honest but also nostalgic. We talked to her about her journey to becoming an artist, the importance of having a good team, and how to stop doubting yourself. How did you …

Nur-D: A Lot More People Think Their Friends Are Hot

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Nur-D claims to make music for everyone who feels just a little different. With addicting beats and catchy hooks, it’s very evident. His effortless blend of hip hop and soul is sure to be your next obsession. We talked to the Minnesota native ahead of his SXSW appearance to learn more about his inspiration and influences.  You hail from Minnesota, …

Lauren Ruth Ward: An Ode To Healing

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Lauren Ruth Ward remains one of my favorite live shows I’ve ever seen; it feels like a cathartic release for the audience like she’s expelling her own demons on stage and taking the audience along with her. Her new EP is the product of her self-reflection, an ode to an inner-work journey. We caught up with her and talked about …

Audrey Nuna Is A Force To Be Reckoned With

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There is nothing subtle about Audrey Nuna, her music is in-your-face in the best way. It’s bold and biting, her lyrics are sharp and colorful. We caught her before her dynamic SXSW set and were just in awe of the power she holds on stage. We talked to her about how to stop being a people pleaser and her collaboration …

Ashy Is Bringing The Girly Pop Energy We Need

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Ashy’s pop energy is exactly what we needed to see during SXSW last year, we were so excited to see her back on the artist roster this year. Her set was filled with tiny pink guitars, choreography, and those pop hooks we loved. We talked to her about what excites her in music right now and how she’s building her …

OK Cowgirl: A Labor Of Love

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Ok Cowgirl’s hazy, dreamy sound is filled with angsty melodies and intimate, gut wrenching lyrics. Sometimes you can just feel when a band is on the cusp of their breakthrough and this is one of those times. We talked to them at SXSW about the challenges they’re facing and how they work together as a team. How did Ok Cowgirl …

Interview with Julie Ragbeer: Stan Twitter’s Viral Icon

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Have you ever wanted to jam out to “Mary Whiton Calkins” by Julie Ragbeer while traveling to the Willy Wonka Experience in Glasgow with a beverage from the 97-year-old New York diner that serves Coca-Cola the old-fashioned way? Well, if your answer is no, then you’re clearly not a member of Stan Twitter. Just a few weeks ago, Julie Ragbeer took the …

Artist You Need To Know: Sinkane

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Sinkane’s music is so addicting it transports you to another place. Think your favorite vacation spot paired with a colorful drink in your hand. We caught up with the Sudan native at SXSW ahead of his U.S. tour dates to learn about what inspires him and, of course, the bats.  Tell us about your start in music.  Sinkane: I played …

Iris Jean: Keep A Clear Vision

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Iris Jean’s delicate voice and gorgeous melodies make her songs so addictive. Her new song “Sleep Tonight” perfectly displays her prowess for indie pop. We talked to her at SXSW about building a good team and how to get over nerves. How did you get started in music?  Iris Jean: I started playing guitar when I was 9 years old but …

Getting To Know Raffaella

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Raffaella’s in-your-face aesthetic and sugar-coated sound feels so jarring and unsettling at times but in a way you can’t forget. Her ability to lace these strong messages into a pop melody is part of her unique charm. We did a little Q&A to get to know her better and find out what inspires her. Act II came out this year, …