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Dot Allison Explores the Fragile Post-Pandemic Relationship Between Humans and Nature on HEART-SHAPED SCARS

The Scottish singer-songwriter’s new album is an introspective, thought-provoking statement on becoming one with the environment.

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Elizabeth Nistico’s Frenzied Ambition: From HOLYCHILD to Revenge Wife

In the midst of the buildup to her exciting solo debut, the former frontwoman of indie pop duo HOLYCHILD uncovers the inspiration for her dark and personal lyricism, her anxieties about being a solo artist for the first time, and more.

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Ida Maria Sounds More Like Herself Than Ever on Latest EP Dirty Money

The Norwegian rock star's newest project is a cathartic five-song whirlwind of ridiculously energetic 2000s garage rock..

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Oscar and the Wolf Releases First Single in Three Years With “James”

Oscar and the Wolf has been hibernating. After three dormant years, the one-man-band project of Max Colombie is back with the new single “James.” “James” – Oscar and the Wolf’s New Song “James” is the first single by Colombie since 2018’s “On Fire,” and the comeback couldn’t

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Fashion, Diversity and Sustainability: HECHA / 做’s Make Techno Black Again and Official Rebrand Unveil Magazine for Earth Month

When I last sat down with the members of Make Techno Black Again, an initiative run by sustainable clothing brand HECHA / 做, in January, we discussed the group’s motives, messages and products seeking to bring attention to the Black origins of techno music. At the time, HECHA / 做 co-founder

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Moog Music Introduces Moog Sound Studio: The Ultimate Music-Making Experience

Making music can be a daunting hobby. Learning an instrument can take years of practice, and the theory that goes into writing songs is enough to make even an expert’s head spin. Almost anybody who devotes their free time to consuming art has probably considered producing it at some

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Singer-Songwriter Frank Bell Releases New Single “Absence” With Lyric Video

Frank Bell’s New Single “Absence” “If absence makes the heart stronger / I can wait a little longer for you,” croons Frank Bell on his new single “Absence.” These painfully direct lyrics perfectly capture the feeling of wanting somebody who doesn’t want you back so desperately that you’re

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"We are the Thousand" Documents the Incredible Story of Rockin’ 1000, the World’s Biggest Rock Band

In July of 2015, a YouTube video began circulating the internet and accumulated millions of views within days. The video was uploaded by a project called Rockin’ 1000, a group of 1000 musicians who all gathered in a field in the Italian city of Cesena to perform a massive cover

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Soleil Releases New Music Video for “Whose Side?”

Miami-based singer-songwriter Soleil is back with a new music video for “Whose Side?” Soleil released the single last month and has since garnered over 40k streams, with the new video primed to keep the momentum in motion. “Whose Side?” is a club-ready pop song—produced in part by Soleil—that

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Montreal Band TEKE::TEKE Combines Classical Japanese Influences With Psych Rock

When TEKE::TEKE played together for the first time in 2018, it was supposed to be a one-time-only performance at a tribute show for Japanese guitar legend Takeshi Terauchi. Instead, a group of musicians discovered they had potent chemistry and a lot of talent, and TEKE::TEKE was formed as

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ALMA: The Finnish Singer-Songwriter Making a Name for Herself at SXSW

This year, South By Southwest (SXSW 2021) was a completely virtual affair. Artists were granted the opportunity to wow with elaborate stage design as they film their performances. Finnish pop star ALMA delivered one of the best virtual sets of SXSW 2021. ALMA at SXSW During her set at SXSW,

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"Acts of Resistance" Film Review: On Latin American Metal Bands and the Fight for Social Change

The legacy of colonialism has had significant impacts on Latin America. The countries of the region grapple with the long-lasting issues of drastic social and economic inequalities, oppressive governmental rule, as well as the exploitation of the environment and the lower class. With little in the ways of governmentally protected

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The 2021 Grammy Awards: Everything You Need to Know About the Biggest Night in Music

After COVID-induced delays and the typical Recording Academy controversies, the biggest night in music, the 63rd Grammy Awards, took place on March 14 in a never-before-seen form. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the awards were devoid of both a live audience and a roof, however, the virtual show went on, and

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Making it as a Band in Unprecedented Times: An Interview With Wilmah

Welcome to America: Wilmah’s Bold Debut A vintage champagne poster on the wall, a funky-looking lamp and a bass resting on a stand decorate the bedroom of musician Will O’Connor’s Bronx apartment. Half of an unmade bed is visible in the frame of the video call with

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The Mumford & Sons Winston Marshall Controversy and the Link Between Fascism and Popular Culture

The past year (and perhaps the next few years to come) will forever be marked by the impact of the covid-19 pandemic. But just as importantly in the United States, civil unrest and widespread radicalization played a key part in shaping the history of 2020. The protests and riots that

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Lawrence Lek: The Artist, Filmmaker, and Musician Blending the Real and Virtual Worlds

With the rapid technological developments of the 21st century, the world of artistic expression has expanded tenfold. The ability to spread music across the world overnight, to make meaningful film projects as a one-person crew, and to create virtual worlds is possible. Lawrence Lek is doing all three. Based in

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How the Music Industry Exploits and Discriminates Against Black Musicians

Institutionalized racism fuels the lack of diversity and representation of Black artists in the music industry. Black artists are frequently and unfairly restricted to specific genres and categories of music. Historically, contributions of Black artists have been consistently appropriated and whitewashed. The system is an inherently exploitative one that continues

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The Best Love Songs for Your Valentine’s Day Playlist

The best part of Valentine’s Day is up for debate. You might say it is the extra romantic date nights with your significant other. You might say it is the discount on chocolate and candies the day after. If you are still looking for that special someone, you might

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Soleil Kicks of 2021 With New Single “Whose Side?”

In the past 10 months of living through the coronavirus pandemic and the “new normal” it has brought on, many things that once were as commonplace as anything else in the world have quickly shifted into post-lockdown pipe dreams that can exist only in a future of vaccinations and herd

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Soul Jazz Records Releases New Post-Punk Compilation Series

Soul Jazz Embraces Post-Punk Artists and Styles Soul Jazz Records is continuing to embrace the underground and experimental with its new post punk dance series Two Synths a Guitar (and) a Drum Machine, a celebration of the post-punk, no wave, disco-not-disco sounds, and scenes of ‘70s and ‘80s fame. Image:

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Sea Shanties: The Latest Music Craze Sweeping TikTok

TikTok has become incredibly effective at determining what the next big trends in music and pop culture are, but the latest craze sea shanty craze is not one that anybody saw coming. The viral video app has been flooded with clips of talented users singing old sailor’s tunes and

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Why Green Day’s "American Idiot" is the Perfect Album for Our Moment

In March of 2017, on a blustery night in Brooklyn, I witnessed the best concert I have ever been to. Green Day stopped in New York City on a midway leg of the Revolution Radio Tour and sold out the Barclays Center for one night of electrifying live music. I