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Interview: shemar is undeniable on ’emerge “n” see’
“It’s not a happy album, but it’s a go outside ass album.”
Y’s self-titled debut EP resembles a sonic hurricane
Elements of jazz, post-punk, and pop swirl around each track, chaotic and frenzied, but, at their core, the London-based band is carefree not careless.
A flare for the snare: drummer & composer Jumpei Kamiya’s ‘Numbnuts’ is a disarmingly cute foray into electro-pop
There’s sugar, spice, and a whole lot of nice on this Japanese artist’s musical metric.
B L A C K I E claims their rightful crown as the ‘Noise God’
The Houston underground cult legend’s latest album is a cathartic outlet for anyone who shares their hunger for a primal scream toward the establishment.
The relentless beaut of nahdoitagain’s style
On ‘the beaut,’ the alternative experimental artist introduces syncopation into his identity as easily as he does in his composition.
PERZona, Austin Wilson, and Phelt search for meaning on gritty ‘Lost Satellite’
The collaborative album isn’t for everyone but for those questioning or on a path to reinventing their fate in life.
Early Riser’s ‘Big Life’ redefines punk for introverts
The Brooklyn-based folk-punk band created anthems for those who want to be more open but are too anxious as the world remains uncaring.
duendita’s ‘a strong desire to survive’ irrefutably reclaims her smooth, stirring voice
The Queens-based musician digs deep, harnessing her duende for those frequently suppressed by shame, fear, and anxiety.
In the Crowd: Lucia & the Best Boys at The Jazz Cafe
The evening was a testament to the unique power of grassroots music venues in enabling artists to experiment with their sound.
On ‘A Beautiful Night. I Think I’ll Disappear Forever.’ The Only Humans contemplate everything that went wrong
The Boston-based band’s album turns tragedy and anxiety into theatrical rock, surveying damages and the aftermath.
