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Mojo Mountain: Alexandra Riorden Details Her Ambitious Debut Album, ‘Angel City Radio’

August 6, 2021October 8, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The Santa Barbara-based songwriter goes deep on her debut album, her love for Patti Smith, and the healing power of music.

Wolf Alice – Blue Weekend

June 30, 2021June 28, 2021 ~ gabriellejohnsen ~ Leave a comment

The third album from the London-based band revels in the temporality of emotion, and capitalizes on the particular treasures that come from the certainty that all things - good, bad, and indifferent - must end.

Unlucky Sonny – “Home”

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The L.A. indie rockers' new track is punchy and playful, a tasteful mix of alternative flair and modern guitar pop.

Max and the Martians – “Milky Way”

March 4, 2021March 4, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The third single from the band's forthcoming LP is accompanied by a whimsical music video of cosmic proportions.

Maxton Hunter’s ‘Paradise Syndrome’ is a Slice of West Coast Euphoria

March 3, 2021March 3, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

We chat with the budding producer about his new EP, his drive as a collaborator, and the challenges of recording alone.

Dante Elephante – Mid-Century Modern Romance

January 27, 2021January 25, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The podcaster and multi-instrumentalist's third LP is loaded with funkified California pop.

Pearl Charles Wants You to Look Into the ‘Magic Mirror’

January 11, 2021July 12, 2022 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

We spoke with Pearl Charles about her kaleidoscopic new album, writing process, and looking within for guidance.

Emilee Emiko – Emilee Emiko

November 30, 2020November 29, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The singer's debut EP crafts a serene and bubbly folk-pop sound somewhere between a more rustic Mazzy Star and Jenny O.'s sensual indie-rock.

romæo – “stare”

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020 ~ gabriellejohnsen ~ Leave a comment

The second single by the Sydney-based artist flips between two modes of insecure heartache.

Eva B. Ross – “Jim Beam Moonbeams”

October 28, 2020December 5, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The new track is accompanied by a dreamy lyric video that lends a faded atmosphere to the song's delicate grooves.

FELIVAND on Her Smooth, Immersive EP ‘Nerve’

October 16, 2020February 16, 2021 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The Brisbane up and comer shares on the making of her dazzling new project, sonic influences, taking a singles-focused approach to releasing music and more.

The Neighbourhood – Chip Chrome & The Mono-Tones

October 13, 2020October 13, 2020 ~ gabriellejohnsen ~ 1 Comment

The band's fourth project considers a new perspective – that of the striving performer, a lens which automatically invites autobiographical speculation.

Del Square & Invisible Movement – “Memories Fade”

October 7, 2020October 5, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

Introspective indie crooner Alejandro Juarez is back with a fresh collaboration that observes the inevitability of change.

Pearl Charles – “What I Need”

September 15, 2020September 17, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The L.A. singer's cosmic new album 'Magic Mirror' is out January 15.

Sam Valdez – “Clean”

July 16, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The L.A. up and comer's latest track is subtle in sound yet intensely reflective.

HAIM – Women In Music Pt. III

July 13, 2020September 4, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The sister trio's latest album shows off their well-developed pop-rock skill set and a newfound musical curiosity.

ENGINE Details Their New Psychedelic, Dance Floor-Ready Single “Solitary Moods”

July 8, 2020July 20, 2020 ~ Cable Writes ~ Leave a comment

The new single from the Leeds-based electronic outfit arrives next Friday.

Drew Kelly – “Seaside”

July 7, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The simplicity of the Atlanta-based artist's second single captures the perpetual longing most of us are feeling this summer.

New Music Roundup: April

May 9, 2020February 17, 2021 ~ Riffs & Rhymes ~ Leave a comment

New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from Lucinda Williams, Quelle Chris, Rina Sawayama and more.

ALITA – “Too Close”

May 4, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

On her latest single, the Seattle songstress takes her sound to cinematic new heights.

Carly Shea – “Forever” (Music Video)

May 1, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

Sporting an irresistible bubblegum bassline and a pulsating drum beat, the track conjures up a spacey and sensual longing for everlasting love.

Little Shrine’s Jade Shipman on Creativity During Social Distancing, Songwriting Process and Her Band’s New Album

April 15, 2020October 7, 2020 ~ Cable Writes ~ Leave a comment

Little Shrine's debut album arrives this Friday. Read about their new record and more in our chat with lead songwriter and bassist Jade Shipman.

New Music Roundup: March

April 13, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Riffs & Rhymes ~ Leave a comment

New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from Don Toliver, Jesse Daniel, U.S. Girls and more.

Fleurt – “Nihilist”

April 9, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

The New York indie pop singer-songwriter captures the ennui at the core of millennial angst in a way that's simultaneously danceable and evocative.

Hannah Telle – “Colors”

March 31, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

On her new single, Hannah Telle's stately nature as a singer-songwriter comes to life within a bold and kaleidoscopic instrumental pallet.

New Music Roundup: February

March 13, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Riffs & Rhymes ~ Leave a comment

New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from Grimes, King Krule, Midland and more.

Meet Kellen of Troy, Consummate Songwriter and Crafter of Unforgettable Pop Songs

March 11, 2020July 5, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

Kellen of Troy's new album, "Vanity Project," is out March 13. We caught up with the witty singer-songwriter to chat about his record, internet culture, and more.

Tame Impala – The Slow Rush

March 6, 2020July 27, 2020 ~ Roberto Johnson ~ Leave a comment

Tame Impala's latest ventures deeper into the world of commercialized electronica while retaining the adventurous spirit of the band's earliest recordings. It's the most impeccably produced set of Tame Impala songs to date.

Lyric of the Week: Post Malone – Candy Paint

March 2, 2020March 2, 2020 ~ Alex Johnson ~ Leave a comment

A look back at one of the lead track's from Post Malone's blockbuster 2018 record "beerbongs & bentleys."

Lyric of the Week: Angel Olsen – Never Be Mine

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 ~ Alex Johnson ~ Leave a comment

Few singer-songwriters tackle the unknown abyss above quite like Angel Olsen.

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