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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.

On ‘Over The Mountain,’ Aan crafts a psychedelic journey through rock and resilience
Rising from the ashes, Aan deals with adversity using shiny soulful brilliance.

As the world speeds up, Natalie Wildgoose slows down with ‘Come Into The Garden’
The London-based folk artist invites us into a wild garden brimming with intricate piano arrangements and hushed vocals blooming and fading in their own time.

On ‘Enantiodromia,’ WaBeya re-emerges with a vengeance
The Richmond-based pop singer embodies, dissects, and repurposes the Bad Bitch archetype on her latest album.