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The Soundtrack to an America I’ve Never Been To
America is a desire machine, and a well-oiled one at that. As a kid, it didn’t seem like a real place so much as a playground with neon lighting. Loud and impossibly vast, it sold me a fantasy of red Solo cups, fake IDs, and toothpaste-commercial smiles. I imagined myself partying, laughing and getting my heart broken in those dorm rooms and college dive bars, believing that somewhere over the hill, in a place stitched together by celebrity tabloids, pop songs and John Hughe


Navigating Romance as Both Path and Place — An Interview with Fontaines D.C.
Illustration by Taya Welter Love is a sacred feeling, perhaps the most sacred of all, a complex, multifaceted force that requires not...


Tonitruale Live - Thurston Moore is New in Town and Looking to Set Up Shop
The legendary Thurston Moore dials in to chat about everything you need to know about his upcoming album, "Flow Critical Lucidity."


A Day with Gurriers
I meet Charlie, Daniel, and Pierce on a private-ish floor of a bar in the heart of Lille to kickstart the day with pints, as one often...


It's Pronounced Mc-Gee: Two Star & The Dream Police Review
As I'm sure our readers are well aware of now, I'm a sucker for some sappy shit. Give me an album with three instruments and a souped-up...


A Conversation with Dustin Payseur of Beach Fossils on Touring, Nostalgia and "Bunny"
From their humble beginnings, navigating the challenges of tour life in a van that almost didn't function, to achieving household name...











“My Head’s In The Clouds and My Moon is in Leo” – Gilanares’ Newest Alternative Anthem
One of the major upsides of TikTok, especially when you’re a music journalist, is constantly finding new artists. The platform enables...
Astrid Marie Kutos
Nov 13, 20232 min read


Introducing Tessa Fleur
In the realm of Brisbane's music scene, Tessa Fleur, the ethereal singer/songwriter, has recently released her debut EP, Trial, on November 3rd. This milestone follows the earlier emotional resonances of her power singles Death by Black Hole and Avalon. The latter finds Tessa Fleur navigating the intricate landscapes of post-breakup catharsis, painting a vivid picture of love involuntarily lost. Avalon progresses like a time-lapse, capturing the essence of blooming flowers tr
Janset Yasar
Nov 13, 20234 min read


Liska’s EP It Girl Brings a Messy Bedroom to Your Headphones
On November 3rd, Liska, a Chicago-based musician, released her third EP It Girl. I attended her EP release show at a local music venue,...
Kora Elms Fleming
Nov 12, 20233 min read


DOLLAR WORLD: Scratch! The Crusaders, The Greatest Band of All Time
Welcome back to Dollar World! Always nice to see our season pass holders around the park. Lots has changed since your last visit--...
Rob Lucchesi
Nov 10, 20236 min read


Joji Dark Thirty: Indie R&B Superstar Causes Mass Hysteria at Charlotte Show
International superstar Joji has been causing disturbances during his Fall tour. Concertgoers who have attended his Pandemonium shows...
Rob Lucchesi
Nov 8, 20234 min read


Antifolk Honesty: Ylroy's Debut EP Chronicles the Ups and Downs of Queer Relationships with Strength
Dublin singer/songwriter Ylroy may be new to the music scene but truthfully, they’ve never been far from the pulse of what makes the...
Roisin Ferguson
Nov 7, 20237 min read


Brad Stank's Latest Release 'I Belong To You' Is a Celebration of Love
Brad Stank's music is akin to the warmth of mulled wine, casting a sultry, sentimental, and profoundly affectionate spell upon its listeners. This enchanting artist seamlessly melds Eastern philosophies with the intricacies of human sensuality, fusing modern hip-hop attitude with the timeless essence of old soul music, offering a gateway to explore the profound mysteries of our shared human experience. In a world that often races, the melodies of Brad Stank invite listeners t
Janset Yasar
Nov 2, 20232 min read


The Lion For Real, Re-born: Shimmy-Disc Reissues Double LP of Allen Ginsberg's Spoken-Word Triumph
Legendary beat poet Allen Ginsberg's The Lion For Real has been repressed and reissued as a Shimmy-Disc Double LP, complete with full...
Rob Lucchesi
Nov 2, 20235 min read


Glasshousetenant on the Rise, a New Wave of Hip-Hop Emerges in the UK
A dive into one of my most anticipated up and coming music scenes.
David Feigelson
Nov 1, 20233 min read
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