Alt-Pop

avalon explores the heartbreak of lost friendship on “sydney”

Los Angeles-born singer, songwriter, and producer avalon takes her name from the mythical Isle of Avalon — a place of magic and healing that reflects her artistic essence. Her mission…

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Artists to put on your playlist this Fall 2025

Fall is here, my most favorite time of the year! Brisk weather is upon us, leaves are changing, Halloween is coming and some of the best new releases have dropped.…

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CATBEAR embrace self-acceptance on synth-pop gem “It’s Okay”

Looking for a synth-pop jam that gives you permission to feel safe in your own skin? Put on “It’s Okay” by UK duo CATBEAR — the alt-pop project of best…

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Magdalena Bay turned Hollywood Forever Cemetery into their psychedelic canvas [Event Review]

There's something beautifully perverse about dancing among the dead. As the sun set over Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Mica Tenenbaum and Matthew Lewin, the alt-pop alchemists behind Magdalena Bay, transformed the…

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Beauty Sleep speaks on emotional music and new upcoming album, 'The Whole Damn Cake' [Interview]

Beauty Sleep, the dreamy pop duo from Belfast, are set to release their second studio album, The Whole Damn Cake, on October 17th via Alcopop! Records. Cheylene Murphy and Ryan…

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Rainsford shines on vulnerable new single "Ghostwriter" from released album 'Before Blue'

Los Angeles–based multihyphenate artist Rainsford, also known as Rainey Qualley, released her debut album Before Blue this past Friday, marking a major milestone in the versatile career of the musician,…

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Pet Owner’s “Tunnel Eye” is a meditative journey through sound

Meet Swiss DIY indie pop artist Pet Owner, who blends gentle guitars, subtly shimmering synths, and softly blurred textures in her latest release, “Tunnel Eye,” ahead of her upcoming sophomore…

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“My Mess” by Essy takes listeners on a breathless journey through the inner monologue

Ever hear a song that feels like the inner workings of your brain? Like if your loud inner monologue had a soundtrack, this would be it. “My Mess,” the latest…

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Ananya ponders memories of an old love on "Man Ray"

Zimbabwe-born, London-based indie-pop singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ananya has released her new single, “Man Ray.” A cathartic look at young love, loss, and lingering memories, “Man Ray” is about “remembering the…

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"The BTS is going to be crazy!"— Miranda del Sol on her debut EP and directing her first music video [Interview]

Miami-born singer, songwriter, and producer Miranda del Sol has released her debut EP, when you were asleep (vol. i). Alongside the release of the lead single, “Keep it to yourself,”…

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ANLIL dives into dark desire on new single “Complicated”

Some songs have the power to pull you instantly into their universe—ANLIL’s “Complicated” is one of them. Born in the Middle East, raised in Canada, and now based in Los…

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alice the g00n shares enthralling dark pop envelopment "Easy"

Riser alice the gOOn has just shared her latest synth-drenched dark pop banger. Called "Easy", the song is the first of the year from this magical creator. With "Easy", alice…

avalon explores the heartbreak of lost friendship on “sydney”

Artists to put on your playlist this Fall 2025

CATBEAR embrace self-acceptance on synth-pop gem “It’s Okay”

Magdalena Bay turned Hollywood Forever Cemetery into their psychedelic canvas [Event Review]

Beauty Sleep speaks on emotional music and new upcoming album, 'The Whole Damn Cake' [Interview]

Rainsford shines on vulnerable new single "Ghostwriter" from released album 'Before Blue'

Pet Owner’s “Tunnel Eye” is a meditative journey through sound

“My Mess” by Essy takes listeners on a breathless journey through the inner monologue

Ananya ponders memories of an old love on "Man Ray"

"The BTS is going to be crazy!"— Miranda del Sol on her debut EP and directing her first music video [Interview]

ANLIL dives into dark desire on new single “Complicated”

alice the g00n shares enthralling dark pop envelopment "Easy"

aftercoast shares hypnotic new single, "Waterfall"

Parallelle release analog-driven album '11th Avenue' with North American tour dates

Ryan Nealon’s “Different People” finds beauty in heartbreak

The Mechanical Mind takes you higher with “Up”

Fairy Best Life channels main character energy on empowering video “Sonder”

UK Festivals Wrapped Up: A diverse weekend of music, food and culture

DNORRI is a breakout voice built for musical resonance and connection

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

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

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