Written by: Nuance Editorial Team

Happy Nuance Friday! It’s been a few weeks, and we figured it was time to catch up on some of our favorite releases from some old friends and new faces.

Deante’ Hitchcock – Once Upon a Time

Grammy-nominated rapper and former Nuance Cover Artist Deante’ Hitchcock releases Once Upon A Time via ByStorm Entertainment/RCA Records. On his highly anticipated sophomore album, the talented Atlanta lyricist shares the emotional, imperfect journey with his romantic partner that led to a perfect ending: the birth of their son, Otto Saint Hitchcock. The striking conceptual project crafts a narrative that presents the emotional complexities of love and fatherhood.

Reggie Becton - SadBoy Vol. 1

R&B Artist Reggie Becton drops new EP SadBoy Vol. 1, in which the PG-County native presents a textured sonic portrait that combines classic and modern R&B to present a raw, cinematic vision.

Sorry Mom – babyface

New York femme punk trio Sorry Mom release babyface, an impressive debut LP that chronicles their queer experiences and suburban despair through raw vocals, distorted riffs, and bittersweet rock nostalgia.

The Rocket Summer – SHADOWKASTERS

The Rocket Summer–the brainchild of Texas-based artist Bryce Avary–releases experimental indie LP SHADOWKASTERS, mixing 90s electro, post-punk, and trip-hop production influences with impressive vocal performances.

Deante’ Hitchcock | Photo Credit: Inari Briana)

Oct 18, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: October 18, 2024

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! It’s that special, spooky time of year again, and we hope you’ve had an excellent October thus far. In case you’re too busy figuring out what to wear at the first costume party to find some new music, here are some of our favorite new releases…”

Oct 4, 2024

Interview: ASTN

“ASTN’s velvety, sleek R&B sound draws listeners in without demanding attention. Fusing R&B vocals with trap production, his approach is a refined balance of smooth melodies, sharp production, and engaging songwriting. What A Night To Be In Love, marks a point in the young artist’s evolution with its deft exploration of love, human connection, and self-reflection. Sitting down with NUANCE, ASTN discussed his journey, the creative process behind the new EP, and the personal experiences that shaped its sound…”

Sep 27, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: September 27, 2024

"Happy Nuance Friday It’s nearing the end of September so we thought it’d be a good time to wake up, smell the pumpkin spice lattes, and share some of our favorite new songs and projects. Enjoy!..."

Sep 13, 2024

Interview: Brooks Hudgins of private browsing

By Nuance Editorial Team

“In the world of music, where the release cycle is as predictable as the changing seasons, singer/multi-instrumentalist Brooks Hudgins stands out as a bold exception. Through his band, private browsing, Brooks has unleashed an astonishing six albums in just six weeks, abandoning the traditional timeline for singles, EPs, or album releases for kinetic artistic consistency…”

Sep 6, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: September 6, 2024

"Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your September is off to a splendid start and the summer has treated you well. If you need new tunes as the seasons shift, look no further; this week’s selection will hold you down–featuring soulful R&B, introspective indie-rock, and dynamic pop songwriting. Enjoy!"

Aug 9, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: August 9, 2024

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope summer’s been serving you well. While there’s been no shortage of big moments and trends in music recently, we thought today might be a good time to share some of our favorite new projects from lesser-known talents in case your rotation could use some new shades…”

Jul 18, 2024

Review: Charm by Clairo

By Oliver Heffron

“For her third and first self-released album, Charm, Clairo enlists producer Leon Michels to breathe 70s-tinged elements of jazz and psychedelic soul into her soft-rock core. The results are sweetly saturated and subtly groovy depictions of momentary bliss like daydreams blowing by with the summer wind. Clairo’s intimate, sweetly saturated vocals lead the listener on sentimental strolls through fleeting fantasies wrapped in analog-tape imperfection…”

Jun 28, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: June 28, 2024

“Happy Friday and Happy Pride Month, Nuance Fam! Hope you are all staying cool during this sweltering summer. We just wanted to stop by before June ends to share some great new songs from some old friends and exciting new faces…”

May 31, 2024

Nuance Music Friday: May 31, 2024

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope your Mays were magnificent and wish you a jovial June. We are happy to share that today has been a busy one for many of your favorite emerging agents. We have plenty of beautiful new sounds to share with you, from teenage multi-instrumentalists forging new genres to the timeless power of a talented, passionate voice. Enjoy!…”

May 27, 2024

Live from the First Annual Gazebo Festival in Louisville, KY

Photos by: Devin Wilson & Will Shaw

“This past weekend, Jack Harlow brought the center of current music culture to his hometown of Louisville, KY, with the first annual GAZEBO FESTIVAL–a two-day music festival on the picturesque Waterfront Park. Working with local music institution Production Simple, the Louisville star was able to draw some of the industry’s hottest names down to Derby City and start a new tradition focused on uplifting the local community–with a portion of every ticket sold benefitting local community organizations through the Jack Harlow Foundation…”