Grimy Goods

At the center of Natalie Bergman‘s ethereal debut album Mercy is a tragedy so profound and crushing, that the sheer colossal beauty of the record’s lilting soundscapes might appear a strange oxymoron. Well know for her work with her band Wild Belle — underneath every lush, layered blend of breezy gospel-soul and bedroom pop that […]

The Hollywood Bowl has announced its 2021 summer concert season! This summer’s concerts at the Bowl will feature: Christina Aguilera, Peter and the Wolf with Viola Davis & Dudamel, Kamasi Washington and Earl Sweatshirt, Ledisi singing Nina Simone, H.E.R., Black Panther in Concert, Brittany Howard with Jamila Woods, The Princess Bride in Concert, James Blake, […]

Speaking her mind in the most carnal way, TeaMarrr tantalizes listeners with her newest single ”Specific,” taking the subject of sex and breaking down any sort of taboo or moral imperative that detract from this deeply personal and satisfying, human experience. “Specific” is filled with pure attitude and an unashamed sexual appetite thanks to the […]

Escaping further into his own daydream, Los Angeles musician Cuco continues the story arc of his earlier 2021 single, “Paradise” with a shimmery new tune, “Forevermore.” At the beginning of 2021, Cuco released the atmospheric, “Paradise,” a snappy R&B/Hip Hop inspired song with a slow down beat and echoey vocals. The theatrical music video paints […]

L.A. duo DAGR have shared the first single from their upcoming self-titled debut album with the chaotic banger “Fuck Knots.” A messy ode to all the ways in which 2020 felt like a downward spiral, the single sees Ceci G and Veronica Jane teaming up with Uffie for a blisteringly cathartic and danceable track. Directed […]

Featuring a variety of independent and lesser known music artists, our Best New Song Releases of April 2021 dazzle with close to 130 new songs. April’s featured artists include: Cassandra Violet, Esperanza Spalding, Audrey Nuna, Reyna Tropical with Y La Bamba, REI AMI, BIIANCO, Sam Valdez, Charm La’Donna, Holy Wars, Mon Laferte with Gloria Trevi, […]

Edging toward the bizarre, but with a distinct style and grace as they fall into madness, Jagged Baptist Club’s brand of post punk rock music collides like a meteor falling to earth as it slaps you in the face with esurient beats and a primal energy. Formed in 2018, the band is comprised of longstanding […]

Brooklyn duo Young Saab has shared a new single “No Rush” from their upcoming debut mixtape Young Saab Stories Vol. 1 out this July. A slow-burning track that wrestles with the still-raw wounds of heartbreak via its hauntingly piercing vocals and aching piano medley, “No Rush” tracks the deliriously painful process of letting go of […]

Gavin Turek has been slowly undergoing a metamorphosis in her music in recent years, floating between disco, electronica, and soul-pop. Her first release of 2021 comes as a herald of her new sonic interests, arriving in the form of the slick and groovy “Slide” (feat. bLAck pARty). Playing into a bit of the R&B glam […]

R&B singer Mereba returns with her entrancing new offering “Rider.” The sultry, soothing single immediately hooks you in. Through soft, velvety beats and warm vocals, Mereba boldly sings of stepping out of her comfort zone to discover a real love that is built to last. The chilled out, atmospheric production transports listeners to a relaxed […]