By Oliver Heffron

“Versus.xx’s new track, “wings.xx” demonstrates the rising Los Angeles-based producer/singer’s personally-crafted brand of mood music that blends a mesmerizing pop-melodies over an explorative trap instrumental. Versus.xx exhibits his…”

By Millan Verma

“St. Louis artist Smino teamed up with quick-spitting ATLien JID and producer turned YouTube personality Kenny Beats on his newest track, “Baguetti.” Back in June, a few low-quality leaks of the song surfaced, and now we finally get to hear the full thing. This single is the…”

By Micah Jacks

“In recent months, politics have become unavoidable in everyday life. Many people all over the globe have found themselves protesting racial injustices in various ways such as protests, legislation, and even art. The Black Creatures’ new single “Wretched (It Goes)” comes as no exception, expanding…”

By Dina Louis

“This Friday, Duckwrth has released his latest single, “Coming Closer'' featuring artist Julia Romana and 23 year old rapper G.L.A.M. which has a futuristic sensation that includes various sci-fi effects. The track begins with…”

By Andrew Benzinger

“Chicago pop-soul singer-songwriter Josie Dunne just released a collaborative new single with Jake Scott today - “CWJBHN” (or Can We Just Be Happy Now). The 22-year-old singer’s past work, including the thrilling 2020 album Late Teens/Early Twenties and To Be The Little Fish, presented the hot topics of teen pop like young love, pressures in school, and establishing…”

By Will Mossa

“Utilizing vocal effects and beat stops, Chuck iNDigo uses artistic creativity to complement the already innovative track. The short intro before the beat drops headlines a complex rhyme scheme; although it lacks some flow and smoothness, like the beat, it works beautifully as an original and unique sound that…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Following the April 2020 release of his Notes on a Scale-II EP, Obasi is establishing his status in the emerging Nashville Hip-Hop scene as master of the sample-heavy, boom-bap, lyrical sound with his masterful beat-selection and arsenal of lyrical weaponry. With this sub-genre of Hip-Hop making a mainstream resurgence with artists like Westside Gunn and Freddie Gibbs, Ron Obasi’s recent progression, epitomized by“ “No Look-Freestyle”, has made him…”

By Will Mossa

“Melancholy overtones with lyrics grounded in heartbreak and reality, Peter Manos dropped new and first EP Do You Turn Red? perfect for getting in the feels for a stormy night listen. Although it only features a few new songs as most of the feature tracks were pre released as singles, as a collective, the project contains…”

By Millan Verma

“On his newest single, “Dead Inside,” Lule transports listeners to the depths of his inner struggle, as he references childhood trauma, his shaky romantic relationship, and how his demons have numbed him. Producers Sahara and Money Every teamed up to…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Kid Bloom’s latest track, “Sledgehammer,” is a three-minute masterclass of psychedelic-rock escapism, the perfect song for a daydream in the grass or long drive up the coast. Drawing from the well of Neo-psychedelia made infamous by Tame Impala, “Sledgehammer” perfects…”

By Kennedy Cook

“The Midwest’s very own Billy Lemos delivers yet another powerful track, “Always” this past Friday, previewing his forthcoming debut album, “Wonder”. The Iowa-grown and Chicago-based artist/producer has long incorporated heterogeneous tunes into his work by continuously…”

By Michael Guarino

“Anyone who’s ever had conflicting romantic thoughts and feelings swirl around in their head will immediately identify with the rhythmically busy and melodically simple “not like you.” The July 10 release by the indie pop band Nightly, consisting of…”

By Julian Edmonds

“In “Tongue Tied (at the dmv),” and alternate take on her popular song “Tongue Tied,” Wens delivers a playful sound with bedroom pop vibes while rolling easily like days of youth. The new single encapsulates the tunnel vision created by love at first sight, along with…”

By Andrew Benzinger

“Despite Ireland’s location on the opposite shore from Liverpool, a popular four man band from the humble town of Mullingar, Ireland proves that Beatles country isn’t the only hotbed for fresh rock. Alt rock group The Academic is busy taking over the British Isles and abroad with their new EP, Acting My Age. With a style inspired by…”

By Will Mossa

“Headlining extremely experimental and EDM influenced instrumentals and a captivating vocal style reminiscent to Tory Lanez, JELEEL! dropped his new project Generation Z! on July 8. The Rhode Island native infuses his exploratory and fascinating melodic rap style with…”

By Kennedy Cook

“Multi-platinum selling Artistry Records/Warner Records/ICY rapper Saweetie released a new track and video for "Pretty B*tch Freestyle" in celebration of her birthday earlier last week. The song forth comes her recently released single "Tap In," which marks Saweetie's first record since…”

By Dina Louis

“Brother Badman, known formerly as BobbyC, is an artist from Boston. He is a relatively new rapper, as his first single, “Boulder”, was released just at the end of last year, yet he is getting a good amount of recognition for his out of the ordinary lyrics and stellar musical arrangement. On July 6th, 2020, he released his single, “Water Under The Bridge” with the most notable sound…”

By Micah Jacks

“Producer D. Sanders let the music do all the talking on his new collection of beats Find the Time, released on Friday. Its absence of song elements such as hooks and choruses throughout most of Find the Time help the tape induce a meditative state. Upon first listen, the fluid sounds may be…”

By Dina Louis

“On Friday, July 3rd, R&B artist Marr Grey released his long anticipated single, “Paranoia”. Marr Grey has created a marvelously mellow track with elements of his ominous style. Similar to tracks like “Beauty in You” from his Rider album, “Paranoia” has a simple but addictive tune that…”

By Kennedy Cook

“‘Connie, are you f***ing kidding me?’ There are no jokes being presented here with Connie’s newest release, “Fios (featuring JALEEL)”. This modern-day retro-electro single is the perfect interlude for any and all’s “hot boy summer”. The introductory andante is…”