As we ease out of a yearlong pandemic, a playlist of the best new music of spring 2021 is the only thing that sounds fitting. Here are some fresh tunes!…
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I Just Charged My 2012 iPod—Here’s a Playlist of Completely Forgotten Gems I Now Have on Repeat
From Havana Brown and Wynter Gordon to Pixie Lott and more, amazing artists and their music were left in the past. Thanks to a much-needed charge of my 2012 iPod, here are forgotten songs from the early 2010s you need back in your life…
Aside from the fact that I had to drive an hour in a torrential downpour this morning, I've gotta say, my Valentine's Day gift is rain in L.A. It's pretty relaxing and I simply just love a drizzly (and windy!) day.…
There wasn't a stationery body in the building on Saturday night, as electronic artists Elohim and Gryffin respectively took the stage at L.A.'s El Rey Theatre to a jam-packed crowd.…
Ariana Grande is a beautiful, confident young lady with an incredible voice, but I've never been too hugely into her music. Well, her latest song "Into You" is every bit cut out for a hit.…
We poppin' like aaaayo because it's Breezy's birthday, and it gives us an excuse to listen to his music on repeat all day today!…
While some may weep (time to retire the flower crowns 'til next year!) and some may cheer (all of the Coachella pressure is finally off!), one thing holds true: We can now revert back to our regular music routines.…
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Cloud Cult’s Craig Minowa Talks Unique ‘Philosophical Orchestral Indie Rock’ Sound & Connecting with ‘Higher Forces’
Cloud Cult's multi-member indie rock band is making its way to the City of Angels (a far cry from their chilly Duluth, MN, dwellings!) on April 19th.…
If you're based in L.A., then yes - I get it - your only focus this week is weekend one of Coachella, which kicks off with festivities on Thursday.…
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Season One ‘X Factor’ Winner Melanie Amaro: ‘I Would Do a Lot of Things Differently’ If I Could Start My Career Over Again
It's been a moment since the public's heard from Melanie Amaro, the British Virgin Islands-bred singer, who skyrocketed to popularity on the U.S. version of The X Factor.…
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San Francisco’s Upbeat Indie Rockers HEARTWATCH (FKA The Tropics) Dish on ‘Fantastic’ Rebrand Decision and the One Thing S.F. Is Majorly Lacking vs L.A. (Hint – It’s Not the Weather!)
Energizing indie-pop rockers HEARTWATCH (Claire George, Eric Silverman, Rowan Peter, Nate Skelton and Kern Sigala) have been on a high over the last few months.…
There's only so much I can take on the radio currently (missing you immensely 2010, 2011 [ie. Loud, Animal, Pink Friday, Teenage Dream, Femme Fatale]).…
From Norwegian electronic artist Bearson's melodic delight "Want You," to Mystery Skulls' fun little disco-inspired number "Believe," among others, there is a solid selection of dance-friendly songs to choice from as part of this week's New Music Monday.…
Let's start with Bryce Vine. The style-savvy indie-hip-hop heartthrob just released his Night Circus album, and I'm particularly digging "Private School."…
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#TBT!: 1OAK LA’s Resident DJ ESKAE Shares a Throwback Playlist with Skyelyfe of Hip-Hop & R&B You May Have Forgotten
He's wowed me out and about with some incredible throwbacks (Tha Dogg Pound's "Let's Play House" and Da Brat & Notorious B.I.G.'s "Da B Side," to name a couple), so this is something I know firsthand.…
If you need more than just a large cup of black coffee to get you going on this rainy-turned-disappointingly-sunny Monday, I've got just the fix!…
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Rising Soul-Pop Artist Rachel B Shares Advice from John Mayer, Dishes on Heartbreak-Inspired Songs and Talks Admiration for Sia
Pittsburgh-based, Michigan-bred musician Rachel B may be a name you are currently unfamiliar with, but with her self-coined "soul empowerment pop" genre, it's only a matter of time before the multitalented singer stands out for her forward-thinking sounds.…
I usually can't put the words "happy" and "Monday" in the same sentence, but when I can start my week with 34 brand new songs that I'm actually fond of, I can't complain, right?…
Yes, Valentine's Day is on Sunday, but before it comes time to blast Miguel on repeat, I have some new music to send your way that's fitting for any occasion!…
Happy February, everyone! It's the month of the Grammy Awards, so an especially good time for music lovers to celebrate their passion!…
Kick that case of the Monday blues with some new tunes! I have 40 fresh tracks for you today from a slew of fun favorites, including The Knocks, Flume, Adventure Club, The 1975, Tep No and Lincoln Jesser.…
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PHOTOS: Sofar Sounds Celebrates Five-Year L.A. Anniversary with Extra Special Show in Chinatown Warehouse
Since launching sessions in Los Angeles, Sofar Sounds' waiting list, donation-only experiences have boasted some of the first live performances by once-unknown radio acts including Saint Motel, Family of the Year and Meg Myers - along with a couple of personal favorites Gardens &…