Isabella&Sebastian’s “Oxygen” Is a Funky Summer Pop Gem from Indie-Pop’s Next Breakout Duo
LOS ANGELES, CA- There’s something electrifying about witnessing young artists who seem to have arrived on the scene with a fully formed musical voice—and Isabella&Sebastian aren’t just knocking on the door, they’re blowing it wide open. With the release of their breezy and buoyant…
Biffy Clyro Channel Hope and Heartbreak on Soaring New Single “A Little Love”
LOS ANGELES, CA- Biffy Clyro have always been a band that straddles extremes—raw emotion and intricate musicianship, arena-ready choruses and personal lyrics that feel like journal entries. Their new single, “A Little Love,” carries on that legacy with the kind of anthemic sincerity that…
Tessa Rae Delivers Dreamy Intimacy on New Single “Sugar Coated Love”
LOS ANGELES, CA- If you’ve been keeping tabs on the indie pop underground, Tessa Rae should already be on your radar. A few years back, I caught her performing at a We Found New Music showcase, and something about her soft-soprano delivery and shapeshifting…
Lip Sync Battle Royale at Outloud Fest 2025: Lana Ja’Rae, Kori King & Acid Betty Set the Stage on Fire
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MORE COVERAGE OF OUTLOUD AT WEHO PRIDE MAIN ARTICLE | SUMMERTRAMP STAGE | LIP SYNC BATTLE ROYALE | PRIDE PARADE WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA- The energy at Outloud Fest lit up when three world-renowned drag queens—Lana Ja’Rae, Kori King, and Acid Betty—stepped into…
Rolling Quartz Electrify Catch One with Bilingual Rock Power and Shredding Musicianship
LOS ANGELES, CA- There’s something deeply personal about watching Korean artists thrive on American soil. As a Korean myself—though admittedly not fluent in the spoken language—I feel a quiet pride each time I see a name from the motherland on a marquee in Los Angeles….
NISATIWA X NOTEP Fuse Thai Folktronica and Art Activism in a Captivating SXSW Set
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- At SXSW this year, one of the most unexpected joys was stumbling upon the performance of NISATIWA X NOTEP—a collaboration I hadn’t planned on seeing, but one that quickly became a highlight…
Kiesza Returns with “Stays In Bed,” Embracing Sensuality and a Bold New Era of Dance Music
kiesza · Stays In Bed LOS ANGELES, CA- I love a good comeback story—and Kiesza’s is one I’ve been rooted for over past year. From topping global charts to enduring a devastating car crash, she’s had every reason to disappear. But instead, she’s reemerged with more…
Clinton Kane and Elina Deliver Emotional Contrast on “Heartbeat For A Home,” a Stirring Return to Form
LOS ANGELES, CA- “Heartbeat For A Home” was my reintroduction to Clinton Kane—and it feels like I walked in on something sacred. The Platinum-certified singer-songwriter has always worn his heart where it hurts, but his newest single—a duet with Swedish artist Elina—feels even more exposed….
Wisp Captivates with “Save Me Now,” a Shoegaze-Grunge Cry That Marks My Bold Introduction
LOS ANGELES, CA- This was my first time hearing Wisp—and now I can’t stop listening. There’s something mesmerizing about discovering an artist whose sound already feels fully formed, like you’ve stumbled into the middle of a fever dream and instinctively know the language. “Save Me Now”…
Blessing Jolie Introduces Herself with “Frown Lines,” a Soulful, Clever Debut That Cuts Deep
LOS ANGELES, CA- I’m a sucker for a unique voice—and from the first note of “Frown Lines,” I was hooked on Blessing Jolie. Her alto is lush, grounded, and so emotionally dialed in that you feel every syllable like a bruise you forgot you had….
