Neon Dreams might have the shimmering melodies you’d expect from one of indie pop’s fastest rising bands, but behind those earwormy hooks there’s a lot of soul and depth. We talked to Frank Cadillac about their song “Turn Back Now” and how they stay motivated. How did Neon Dreams get started? Frank Cadillac: I moved to Halifax when I was …
New Music Alert: Shreya Preeti’s “Upside Down”
Shreya Preeti has never shied away from her talent and she has no problem breaking the boundaries of pop music. As a child she grew up learning classical Carnatic music but her ability to channel her sound through so many different genres makes her truly unique. She finds inspiration in the classics like Prince, Diana Ross, and Chaka Khan but …
Gutter Daisies Are Your Emo Dreams Come To Life
Gutter Daisies are bringing back our emo inner-selves that we’ve so dearly missed. Their new song “Celebrity Suicide” brings to light the way we seem to indulge in celebrity tragedy, at its core it’s about how blasé we can be about mental illness especially the way it’s presented in the media. We talked to them about the new song and …
Alt Bloom Is Quintessential California
Alt Bloom, the brainchild of Ethan Thompson, makes dreamy soundscapes that are perfectly accented by his knack for poetic storytelling. We talked to the up-and-coming artist about new music and what’s been inspiring him lately. How did you get started in music? Alt Bloom: I’ve been doing music since I can remember. My parents had me and my two older …
Blushing Is The Austin Band You Need To Know
Austin really has an incredible music scene, it’s a supportive community but it can be hard to standout from the crowd. Blushing has become one of those standouts, they were one of the Austin Chronicle’s Bands to Watch at SXSW this past year and after the release of their debut album it was easy to see why, their dreamy soundscapes …
Jenna Raine Spreads Happiness And Inspires Young Girls While On Tour with In Real Life
A major girl power moment happened in Washington, DC prior to In Real Life taking the stage. Jenna Raine inspired and empowered the crowd of largely teenage girls. Her enthusiasm and clear passion for her work sets her apart and is such a breath of fresh air in the industry. At just 15-years-old, Jenna embodies the confidence of every mega …
KITTEN Is On Pluto Being Emo
I don’t think anyone else is doing what KITTEN is doing. The band as a whole has transformed into full form with their latest EP “Goodbye Honeymoon Phase.” It’s the early aughts twisted with punk and it’s hella fun and hella emo. If you don’t know KITTEN, I had another band tell me, “No one burns calories on stage like …
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 …
Catching Up With A R I Z O N A
If you’ve been with us at The New Nine for a while, you know that we are all big, big fans of A R I Z O N A (the band, not the state). We sat down with them back in May at Coachella, but honestly, a lot has happened with these guys since then. So, with the release of …
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 …