Written by: Jaylyn Khatthavong Photo Provided By Artist In our childhoods, we are often foretold of the true freedom we will experience as we get older: the freedom to eat what we choose, purchase the items we want without permission, and go where we want to. For many, as we get older we come to the enlightenment of just how far from the truth those statements can be on the arduous journey of comprehending the true essence of what a life well lived is, to be alive free from

Written by: Jaylyn Khatthavong Photo Provided By Artist A leading title that morphed from wanting to dismantle someone’s existence to an introspective look on getting older, being emotionally burnt out, and wanting from any means to be released from the cycle that is impacting one’s life negatively, Jenny Palacios details her journey of reflection in her latest release, “Ruin Your Life,” released on August 20th. A Toronto-based Peruvian-Vietnamese artist, Jenny Palacios is a

Written by: Alexandra Bird ARTIST: Audrey Powne ALBUM: Bodies of Water (2026) GENRE: Jazz RATING: 8.5/10 Album Artwork for Remi Wolf's Mud Melbourne-born and London-based, trumpeter, singer and pianist Audrey Powne is a testament to the strength and diversity of the UK jazz scene, evidenced in her self-produced latest album ‘Bodies of Water’. It is a gorgeous and angry project with drive and intention, delving into a mix of political messaging and personal reflections and fru

Written by: Lauren Corrigan ARTIST: Remi Wolf ALBUM: Mud (2026) GENRE: Pop RATING: 9.5/10 Album Artwork for Remi Wolf's Mud If you haven’t heard of Remi Wolf before, you will soon. I’ve been a huge fan of Remi Wolf since she came out with “Juno” in 2021, and I think she has grown so much both vocally and production-wise. Though her sound is changing, she has some signature vocals that you can find in almost every one of Remi Wolf’s songs. Wolf has an unimaginable range in h

Written by: Danielle Azu Photo Provided By Artist Sej is making her mark on the music scene! Since breaking out in 2025 with her single “Bad Man,” the Trinidadian singer-songwriter has been turning heads with her unique blend of pop, dancehall, Afrobeats, and R&B. Hailing from Port of Spain, Trinidad, Sej brings her Caribbean roots to the forefront of her sound, creating music that’s as vibrant and dynamic as she is. And she’s just getting started! This summer, Sej released h

Written by: Bethany Grace Ivan Photo Provided By °1824 Bea Miller fully captured our attention when she competed on X Factor in 2012. Her career soon took center stage when she released Young Blood and Fire and Gold off of her debut album, Not An Apology. Feel Something began to dig deeper into her artistry and gained a huge momentum on TikTok. And now, she’s stepped back into the spotlight – only this time, she is finally reintroducing herself, on her own terms. Mr. Peaked

Written by: Amada Gonzalez Photo From Artist's Spotify Meet Mia Lailani, a 21-year-old Puerto Rican singer-songwriter from the Bronx, New York. This up-and-coming R&B pop singer has been making music since she was 10 years old and continues to make nostalgic feel-good tracks all about self-love, growth, and her perspective on modern dating. With her brother and producer, Devan Ibiza, they blend R&B, pop, and hip-hop to craft fresh, playful beats that translate into songs you

Written by: Isabel Kay-Anyaji Photo From Artist's Instagram A sweet southern blend of soul, magic, Americana and blues has a home amongst the discography of Valerie June, Grammy-nominated singer songwriter, author, and poet. I had the chance to sit down with her and chat about music, movement, and manifestation, while uncovering some of the influences and practices that went into her latest album “Owls, Omens, and Oracles” and her EP “Brighter Blue”. IA: Your album that was r

Written by: Camila Lupa ARTIST: Audrey Hobert ALBUM: Who's the Clown? (2025) GENRE: Pop RATING: 9/10 It's 12AM on a Monday, and you're laying in bed with your broken wired earbuds, knowing you should go to sleep because you have things to do in the morning. Things such as: leaving the house, putting yourself in awkward situations, and accepting yourself. A tedious to-do list for sure. A few videos into your nightly dooomscroll, an album name asks you a question: "Who's the Cl

Written by: Catherine Fleck It’s the beginning of October and I wanted to share some upcoming releases that I can’t wait to listen to. First up is Blossoms sixth studio album “Songs From The Wedding Cake”. I have been loving the marketing and social media content posted by the band from Stockport, UK promoting some of the singles - for example a behind the scenes look at the music video for “Husband” starring Jack O’Connell (love you Cook, IYKYK) where he’s cooking a cottage

Written by: Sara Diaz Photo by: Neftali In the world where pop punk meets alt-indie rock, The Wrecks have finally dropped the wait on “OUTSIDE,” the second half of their larger and long-awaited concept project “INSIDE : OUTSIDE.” Ever since debuting with style when their EP “We Are The Wrecks” released in 2016, The Wrecks have made a career out of taking the jumble of anxiety and problems that most of our brains face, into relatable lyrics everyone can scream along to. Fronte

Written by: Mayliss Delgadillo Photo by: Republic Records / Via Jill Fritzo PR ARTIST: Kylie Cantrall EP: Valley Girl Problems (2026) GENRE: Pop RATING: 7.5/10 Kylie Cantrall has spent most of her career growing up in front of an audience. From Disney to music, there has always been an image attached to her, whether that is the bubbly performer, the “It Girl,” or the one who always seems to have everything together. “Valley Girl Problems” feels like the project where sh

Written by: Sara Diaz Photo by: Lilia Fernandez From a very young age, Latinos are taught by parents that if they want something, they better work like a dog and go all out to get it. Parents never gave the notion that something was impossible to achieve; however, they taught how to live through that process no matter how tough the road got. Some go to college, some go to work, and yet some still do it all while dreaming of a whole different world. They unfortunately sacrific

Written by: Manisha Rekhi ARTIST: Ellie Goulding ALBUM: I Know Too Much (2026) GENRE: Pop RATING: 7/10 Ellie Goulding is best known to me for the shimmering pop sound of her debut album, Lights. Earlier songs such as “Starry Eyed” and her cover of Elton John’s “Your Song” showcased the airy, captivating vocals that first drew me to her music when I was a young teen. On her sixth studio album, I Know Too Much, I hear a more personal side of Goulding as she balances acoustic te

Photo Provided By Artist Powerhouse R&B artist, Tash Hollins, brings a soulful dynamic brass section to her second single, “Send For Me”- on all platforms now! With the rise of nu-soul this year, Tash Hollins has been the immediate one to watch. With only two singles under her belt, her latest release, ‘Send For Me’, is a stunning testament to the sound she is building. With vocals like warm honey and an incredible three-person brass section that’ll make you melt into butter,

Photo Provided By Artist With growing popularity from Tik Tok, Joshua Raw is a new face in the rap community. Charlotte native, Joshua Raw has quite a way with words, and creative new beats that bring something new to the alternative rap genre. With lines like “I’m just tryna surf, not like Hawaii but a crowd” from quick tempo “Blowing Steam” to “I wish I was with ya/Kissin’, that’s a tongue twister” in “Puppy” with Max Leonard, Joshua really shows off his versatility across

Photo Provided By Artist Creaking like a quiet abandoned house, Grace Kuraska hauntingly pines over lost love in her newest single, 'favorite ghost'. Released just in time for Valentine's Day, 'favorite ghost' digs into the all too familiar feeling of being haunted by a lost love. Grace Kuraska was born to be a songwriter. Despite shying away from releasing music at first, her recent singles have proven her singer-songwriter style has blossomed. With an achingly warble on he

Photo Provided By Artist A bold non-typical breakup album, Anna Shoemaker's sophomore release 'Someone Should Stop Her' showcases the indie pop rocker's anthemic sound. Anna Shoemaker's sophomore album, 'Someone Should Stop Her', is a master class in wit. There's a slight sarcasm strewn throughout the sophomore album along with pop culture references on everything from actor, Jacob Elordi to Game of Thrones. While it is technically a break up album, there's so much self-empow

Photo Provided By Artist Step into the world of Arianna Chetram, where desire, mystery and confidence intertwine in a sultry pop soundscape. New York-based singer-songwriter, Arianna Chetram, effortlessly blends pop, R&B and a bit of pop rock, but her newest single, 'Candy Babe' leans into a darker, more hypnotic energy - one that lures you in with its intrigue. Described as 'a story built about the mysterious beginnings of a relationship', the track explores the push and pul

Photo Provided By Artist A soulful mysticism lingers around Tara Beier's new album, 'Mourning Doves In Joshua Tree'. An album of empathy and resilience, Tara's message is a guiding light. 'Mourning Doves In Joshua Tree', the third album from the indie folk artist showcases Tara Beier's lyrical honesty. Touching on her personal experiences with loss, motherhood and acceptance, her honesty is incredibly raw. Yet, behind her lyrics is a well-timed reminder to have gentle empath