Artist Discussion

Newcomer 2hollis opens his highly anticipated 2025 album Star with bold conviction: “You’re now witness to somethingHey, pay attentionYou are now witness to something great.” The gall in his tone makes it even sweeter to swallow. And he’s right—something like that only works when the music justifies the claim. What’s clear from the outset is…

“The big secret to breaking the rules is to make it look as though you’re following them.” “But you know, the hard part comes after you conquer the world.” — Johan Liebert, Monster These words come from Johan Liebert, the enigmatic and terrifying antagonist of Monster, a mid-2000s anime that explores morality, identity, and the…

both of these artists display versatility, vulnerability, and can cultivate and develop new sounds! So why cant they do it together? A New Week, A New Think Piece: Revisiting a Rapper/Singer Duo’s Latest EP Today, I take a look at the two-man rapper/singer duo attempting to rekindle the success of their previous collaboration. At a…

Metrics and achievements: Commentary: I think the biggest factor in my intrigue stems from the rollout of his new tape, “The Rain” specifically the juxtaposition of his use of greyscale in content and versatility in the genres of music he dips into. Blending in and truly becoming a symbol of the bedroom/indie genre-bending, Tendai has…

virigina creeper by greek (June 5) From the genre-bending that is reminiscent of Ericdoa, with silky smooth layers and vocal range, Greek strategically uses pockets to insert Brent Faiyaz sounds and melodies.  Virginia Creeper, with its baseline feel of Daniel Caesar-like, allows for space to dance, feel, or love. greek is definitely on my radar,…