2020

Bonelang has fun with urgency in new single "Lacrimosa" [Video]

There is no music genre so undisturbed these days as alternative hip-hop, which is what has kept its sonic habitat so irresistibly dark and exotic, a habitat where groups like…

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THURZ and 14KT bask in the glow of melanin magic on their single "The Queen Said"

Since about the top of the year – back when 2020 seemed like a lush field teeming with potential – Los Angeles king THURZ began treating his fans to a…

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Los Retros basks in the warm summer sun in “Sweet Honey” [Video]

Mauri Tapia, under Los Retros, makes music that explores the idea of time. In his 2019 EP Retrospect, Tapia introduced us to his to '70s-inspired vibrant pop/rock sound. Now, in his…

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Bones Owens passes the time while waiting for a "Lightning Strike" in an impressive one-man show [Video]

There is something to be said for unbridled confidence. Nashville's Bones Owens has it in spades—even in the most unexpected places. As an alternative country artist, he boasts of the usual…

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Sophie Meiers knows what’s “better for you” in new single

Singer, songwriter and producer Sophie Meiers began her career by collaborating with musicians such as Nohidea and Huck over Soundcloud. While taking a break from theses collaborative endeavours, Meiers has focused…

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Hojean releases R&B ballad "Hookup Culture" [Video]

R&B artist Hojean is two songs into 2020 and already making noise. The young singer produces and writes all of his music; his first single of the year, "Over 85,"…

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Kiana Ledé showcases her vocal power on a pair of new releases

Singer and actress Kiana Ledé’s voice lends itself well to the poignant, stripped-down power of an acoustic performance. It is angelic and delicate and also strengthened by a seriousness that…

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Rebūke reflects on DIRTYBIRD dreams to reality for "Dial Tone" EP [Exclusive]

Rebūke · Rebūke – Dial Tone EP Rebūke has returned to DIRTYBIRD for his sophomore release on the label entitled Dial Tone. This two-track offering sees the Irish DJ and producer—known…

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Lynks Afrikka tells us exactly "How To Be Successful" [Video]

True to form, brash electro-pop artist Lynks Afrikka returns with a whimsical tongue-in-cheek social commentary with the provocatively witty single "How To Be Successful". Twinned with incredibly ludicrous visuals, the…

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Dominic Fike gets 'Tender' on his new single [Video]

The first single off of Dominic Fike’s debut LP has arrived, and the Julian Cruz-produced alt pop track “Chicken Tenders” comes packaged with a trippy music video. Dominic Fike met…

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HANiF The Barber and Tope level up with "LLC"

HANiF The Barber (formerly known as Luck-One) and producer/rapper TOPE share the first visual for the single "LLC" taken from their new collaborative EP No Clout. The TOPE and Anthony…

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Josh Butler drops two new tracks on 'Back' EP

Origins Rcrds head Josh Butler releases two new tracks on his new Back EP. With releases on labels including Defected, Snatch!, and Hot Creations, Butler has been a serious force…

Bonelang has fun with urgency in new single "Lacrimosa" [Video]

THURZ and 14KT bask in the glow of melanin magic on their single "The Queen Said"

Los Retros basks in the warm summer sun in “Sweet Honey” [Video]

Bones Owens passes the time while waiting for a "Lightning Strike" in an impressive one-man show [Video]

Sophie Meiers knows what’s “better for you” in new single

Hojean releases R&B ballad "Hookup Culture" [Video]

Kiana Ledé showcases her vocal power on a pair of new releases

Rebūke reflects on DIRTYBIRD dreams to reality for "Dial Tone" EP [Exclusive]

Lynks Afrikka tells us exactly "How To Be Successful" [Video]

Dominic Fike gets 'Tender' on his new single [Video]

HANiF The Barber and Tope level up with "LLC"

Josh Butler drops two new tracks on 'Back' EP

Kilder finds his club-driven voice on new ‘Dusk Till Dawn’ EP

Monster Machine Channels Frustration Into Firepower on New Single "Rage"

T.M. shares lo-fi heartbreak anthem “SADDERDAY”

Soulful Heartbreak and Slick Production Collide on Midnight Pool Party’s "WHAT AM I GONNA DO?"

Riddles in the Dark strikes with raw Truth on new EP "Change"

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022