It's become increasingly rare for us to find songs that hit with enough force to give us goosebumps, but Seattle-based artist Thavoron has provided just that with standout cut “bend, or” off his debut album, Ugly. An atmospheric alt-rock track, “bend, OR” envelops the listener in an angelic soundscape created by Thavoron’s timeless vocals, minimalist guitar plucking, and heavenly melodies. Beneath the soothing sonics, though, lies a bittersweet pain told through cleverly-written lyrics a...

It's become increasingly rare for us to find songs that hit with enough force to give us goosebumps, but Seattle-based artist Thavoron has provided just that with standout cut “bend, or” off his debut album, Ugly. An atmospheric alt-rock track, “bend, OR” envelops the listener in an angelic soundscape created by Thavoron’s timeless vocals, minimalist guitar plucking, and heavenly melodies. Beneath the soothing sonics, though, lies a bittersweet pain told through cleverly-written lyrics a...

16-year-old talent namou has burst onto the scene with an instantly lovable personality that shines through his ridiculously catchy debut single, “not a summer song”—a warm, energetic tune seeping with replay value. Atop smooth, forward-thinking production (courtesy of Jack Laboz), namou demonstrates tongue-in-cheek songwriting with an admirable degree of self-awareness. Between its ear-worm melodies, varying vocal delivery, and clever voice-over outro, “not a summer song” packs a quick, dige...

16-year-old talent namou has burst onto the scene with an instantly lovable personality that shines through his ridiculously catchy debut single, “not a summer song”—a warm, energetic tune seeping with replay value. Atop smooth, forward-thinking production (courtesy of Jack Laboz), namou demonstrates tongue-in-cheek songwriting with an admirable degree of self-awareness. Between its ear-worm melodies, varying vocal delivery, and clever voice-over outro, “not a summer song” packs a quick, dige...

Earlier this year, 17-year-old Chloe Parché made an emphatic splash with her debut single, "Moneymaker", and today the Sydney-based artist returns with "Unfamiliar Faces"—a bright, upbeat smash with endless appeal. When we heard her first song, Chloe won us over with reflective, simple songwriting and a naturally stunning voice; these qualities shine again here. Producer Luke O'Loughlin contributes fun, clean production to the replay-worthy tune, proving that this team is capable of maki...

Earlier this year, 17-year-old Chloe Parché made an emphatic splash with her debut single, "Moneymaker", and today the Sydney-based artist returns with "Unfamiliar Faces"—a bright, upbeat smash with endless appeal. When we heard her first song, Chloe won us over with reflective, simple songwriting and a naturally stunning voice; these qualities shine again here. Producer Luke O'Loughlin contributes fun, clean production to the replay-worthy tune, proving that this team is capable of maki...

Pulling from elements of hip-hop, neo-soul, indie-rock, and jazz, DACEY are setting off a new-age storm. The Vancouver based 4-piece have been making noise in their hometown since 2019, and now they've offered up an immediate discography standout with their latest woozy piece of alt-r&b, “BITTER”.⁣ ⁣ Here, DACEY replace yearning with animosity, ultimately deciding that being alone is better than being in bad company. Retro synths and melodic riffs are the vehicle for the group's und...

Pulling from elements of hip-hop, neo-soul, indie-rock, and jazz, DACEY are setting off a new-age storm. The Vancouver based 4-piece have been making noise in their hometown since 2019, and now they've offered up an immediate discography standout with their latest woozy piece of alt-r&b, “BITTER”.⁣ ⁣ Here, DACEY replace yearning with animosity, ultimately deciding that being alone is better than being in bad company. Retro synths and melodic riffs are the vehicle for the group's und...

In the darkest of moments, Zevia transforms pain into beauty on her third single, “if depression gets the best of me"—a heart-wrenching pop ballad.⁣ ⁣ Written as a letter to her loved ones, the brutally honest lyrics dive deep into Zevia's mental health journey—lamenting the back-and-forth between wanting to get better and wanting to disappear forever (but not wanting to let down the people closest to her).⁣ ⁣ Unlike many others, Zevia’s angelic, powerhouse vocals are not obscured by ove...

In the darkest of moments, Zevia transforms pain into beauty on her third single, “if depression gets the best of me"—a heart-wrenching pop ballad.⁣ ⁣ Written as a letter to her loved ones, the brutally honest lyrics dive deep into Zevia's mental health journey—lamenting the back-and-forth between wanting to get better and wanting to disappear forever (but not wanting to let down the people closest to her).⁣ ⁣ Unlike many others, Zevia’s angelic, powerhouse vocals are not obscured by ove...

We've been paying close attention to every song Seattle-based artist gcmayn has dropped, and today he's unleashing his most hit-worthy cut to-date with "someone else." Whether it's the lush intro guitar, thumping drums, or gcmayn's anthemic vocals, this has all of the ingredients to really stand out in an otherwise saturated space. Leading with a hook can be a risky move if it's not strong enough, but this one is so imposing that whatever follows grows in stature by p...

We've been paying close attention to every song Seattle-based artist gcmayn has dropped, and today he's unleashing his most hit-worthy cut to-date with "someone else." Whether it's the lush intro guitar, thumping drums, or gcmayn's anthemic vocals, this has all of the ingredients to really stand out in an otherwise saturated space. Leading with a hook can be a risky move if it's not strong enough, but this one is so imposing that whatever follows grows in stature by p...

South Florida-raised artist Hush Forte uses vulnerability like a superpower, creating introspective, experimental alt hip-hop tracks that explore existential dread like no other. On his self-produced sophomore album, 'LOOK CLOSELY', Hush bares his soul, inviting listeners on a journey through the thoughts that haunt him at night. Blending genres freely, the album is packed with risks and gems, meshing catchy R&B-pop hooks, alt-rock guitar riffs, contemplative rap flows, and atmosphe...

South Florida-raised artist Hush Forte uses vulnerability like a superpower, creating introspective, experimental alt hip-hop tracks that explore existential dread like no other. On his self-produced sophomore album, 'LOOK CLOSELY', Hush bares his soul, inviting listeners on a journey through the thoughts that haunt him at night. Blending genres freely, the album is packed with risks and gems, meshing catchy R&B-pop hooks, alt-rock guitar riffs, contemplative rap flows, and atmosphe...

Canadian talent Avry has been expanding his sound through a string of singles—covering r&b, indie pop and dance—and now he's back with our favorite from him yet, "Petals."⁣ ⁣ On the track, soothing guitar licks and nostalgic drums form the perfect base for Avry to showcase his clean-cut vocals. Between infectious melodies and his gentle delivery, Avry has us hooked, leaving us feeling like we've been transported back to blissful summer days.⁣ ⁣ We’re certain there’s a lot more to co...

Canadian talent Avry has been expanding his sound through a string of singles—covering r&b, indie pop and dance—and now he's back with our favorite from him yet, "Petals."⁣ ⁣ On the track, soothing guitar licks and nostalgic drums form the perfect base for Avry to showcase his clean-cut vocals. Between infectious melodies and his gentle delivery, Avry has us hooked, leaving us feeling like we've been transported back to blissful summer days.⁣ ⁣ We’re certain there’s a lot more to co...

Currently based in New York, CIB (Celia Babini) draws inspiration from pop, electronic, and punk to craft a fresh, emphatic debut. With a song name like “Viagra”, you never know what to expect, but CIB showcases her direct and impressive songwriting by diving into topics of self-worth and owning your sexuality. The stunning combination of gritty guitar riffs, stellar vocals and an explosive pop hook makes this an instant winner for us. There’s a lot of replay value here and it leaves us wanti...

Currently based in New York, CIB (Celia Babini) draws inspiration from pop, electronic, and punk to craft a fresh, emphatic debut. With a song name like “Viagra”, you never know what to expect, but CIB showcases her direct and impressive songwriting by diving into topics of self-worth and owning your sexuality. The stunning combination of gritty guitar riffs, stellar vocals and an explosive pop hook makes this an instant winner for us. There’s a lot of replay value here and it leaves us wanti...

Rarely does modern music earn the badge of timeless, but LA-based singer-songwriter BEL continues building a catalog deserving of that title. Today, she’s unleashed a pair of delightful tracks in “mason jar / wanna be” that, together, form a thematic exploration of the rural and urban environments that inevitably seep into one another in her personality and career. Occupying a unique intersection of indie, folk and pop, both songs epitomize the skill and guile with which BEL so consistently w...

Rarely does modern music earn the badge of timeless, but LA-based singer-songwriter BEL continues building a catalog deserving of that title. Today, she’s unleashed a pair of delightful tracks in “mason jar / wanna be” that, together, form a thematic exploration of the rural and urban environments that inevitably seep into one another in her personality and career. Occupying a unique intersection of indie, folk and pop, both songs epitomize the skill and guile with which BEL so consistently w...

Despite his limited catalogue, newcomer Keith Cameron pushes boundaries with each new release; today, he does so again with "Crashed My Bike"—a two-part, genre-bending smash that's sure to make some noise. Whether it's the distorted verses, energetic drum breaks, or Cameron's lush vocals in the song's second half, this track pulls from several different genres while staying impressively cohesive. With his music alone, Cameron is building a sonic world that's sure to s...

Despite his limited catalogue, newcomer Keith Cameron pushes boundaries with each new release; today, he does so again with "Crashed My Bike"—a two-part, genre-bending smash that's sure to make some noise. Whether it's the distorted verses, energetic drum breaks, or Cameron's lush vocals in the song's second half, this track pulls from several different genres while staying impressively cohesive. With his music alone, Cameron is building a sonic world that's sure to s...

"What do you do when the world is falling apart? For Doublethink, the NYC/Bali-based anonymous music duo, they find meaning amidst the destruction—creating intricate, synth-laden soundscapes best described as “dystopian pop.” True to their Orwellian namesake, Doublethink embrace contradictory truths through their sonic choices; their latest track, “I Find God,” is retro-futuristic synth-pop describing a paranoid young man who seeks divine guidance amidst impending apocalypse. The vivacious, b...

"What do you do when the world is falling apart? For Doublethink, the NYC/Bali-based anonymous music duo, they find meaning amidst the destruction—creating intricate, synth-laden soundscapes best described as “dystopian pop.” True to their Orwellian namesake, Doublethink embrace contradictory truths through their sonic choices; their latest track, “I Find God,” is retro-futuristic synth-pop describing a paranoid young man who seeks divine guidance amidst impending apocalypse. The vivacious, b...