Better Love is a trio who consistently craft beautifully forged and immensely catchy songs that will soon put them at the forefront of the indie-pop scene. Today they have unveiled their debut album I Don’t Want To Make It Hurt via Secret Friends Music Group. Upon first listen, it is palpable that the collection of songs are more than just an album. A journey through the human experience, the effort showcases the group’s ability to connect to the vulnerability and yearning for growth that lives inside all of us. Singer and multi-instrumentalist Jackie Heuser, guitarist Brad Harvey, and drummer Kay… Read more »
Dropping their first song since 2022, Bearings is back with their brand new single, “Gone So Gone.” Released via Pure Noise Records, the band is introducing fans to a new era of bangers, with this first single marking the beginning of a release campaign for their upcoming LP, The Best Part About Being Human. The album is set to drop on August 18. Describing the record, the band said, “‘The Best Part About Being Human’ is being alive and the second best part is writing an upbeat and exciting record with your brothers in a small house in North Hollywood.… Read more »
Pride shines a light where light needs shining. It’s about awareness and, ultimately, acceptance and normalization. That’s why it is so important.
May is Asian American or Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month, and it would be terribly remiss of us to not cover that in this column.
Boys Like Girls have rekindled their fans’ excitement by revealing the long-awaited details of their first song since 2012. Titled “Blood and Sugar,” the track will make its debut on Friday, May 19, marking the band’s highly anticipated comeback following their individual pursuits. Vocalist Martin Johnson has delivered a heartfelt message to commemorate this special occasion. In a poignant three-minute voiceover video, the group shares glimpses of their successful past and provides a glimpse into their personal lives since their previous release. “I got an interesting relationship with my younger self,” Johnson begins. “I respect and admire the kid. His… Read more »
A lot has changed in Rachel Platten’s life since her last release in 2020. Over the last three years, the “Fight Song” singer has gone from a mother of one to a mother of two. She welcomed her first daughter Violet into the world in 2019 and her second daughter Sophie in 2021. While her life has gone up and down through happiness and struggles, Platten’s first single in three years, “Girls,” pulled from an upcoming larger collection of new music, is a reflection on female strength. “Girls” follows the same vein of empowerment that Platten has always injected into… Read more »
This week, Basslines and Protest Signs looks at the reaction to this year’s inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, iand why every one of them is valid and deserved.
Geek Girl Riot is more theatrical than ever with Riotous conversations about Queen Charlotte, Aladdin the Musical with stars Adi Roy and Marcus M. Martin, and Schmigadoon! season 2.
M.A.G.S. has unveiled his latest offering “Sins,” a soul-searching and evocative track released via Smartpunk Records. “Sins” delivers an unforgettable sonic experience, characterized by unmerciful percussion, massive power chords, and emo-driven riffs that leave a lasting impression on the listener. But the track is more than just an auditory treat. The song’s lyrics skillfully interlace evocative imagery, philosophical reflections, and unfiltered emotions, resulting in a potent and contemplative message. This single provides a profound examination of the uncertainties we face regarding our fate and beliefs. It delves deeply into the human experience and raises queries about the rationale behind our… Read more »
