POP

Earth to Cheska exudes “Power” in her latest single. Helmed by Cheska Zaide, this indie pop project is influenced by the likes of Weezer, Green Day, and Olivia Rodrigo, and it shows in the dynamic and electrifying energy of the song. From the playful opening that feels like a poltergeist…

TaniA Kyllikki renders a soul-stirring ode to love and resilience, delivered with passion and sincerity in her latest single, “I Struck Gold With You.” Produced by her spouse Rynellton, the song is a testament power of love and the strength found in genuine connection. From the moment the song begins,…

Richard Green uplifts us with the transformative power of hardships in his latest instrumental single, “A Lesson.” Composed during the challenging quarantine period, Green’s musical journey shows us how humanity has emerged stronger and more resilient. Recorded in a London studio and mixed/mastered by Green’s sound engineer in Italy, the…

Ooberfuse sheds light on the devastating effects of the ongoing war in Gaza in their latest single, “Dying Son,” featuring Palestinian multi-instrumentalists Charlie Rishmawi and Miguel Khair. Through soul-stirring lyrics and emotive melodies, the song captures the profound grief and anguish experienced by a mother who has lost her beloved…

Omi Rayi dives unintentionally but deservedly puts the spotlight on the uncommitted and uncertain romantic partners in her debut single, “Talk 2 Me.” Set against a backdrop of Afrobeat-infused pop and R&B, the song gets real while wearing tradition with modernity and pride. “Talk 2 Me” opens with reverbed thick…

The song “The Other Side” is a tribute to those who have endured difficult long-distance relationships that ultimately turn toxic for both parties. The combination of many components, including pop melodies, an electronic beat from R&B, and acoustic instrumentation, gives this song a lively yet soulful and nostalgic quality. Check…

Charlotte Lansman nonchalantly sings of her mental turmoil in her latest jazzy number, “My Mind.” Released on April 5, this soul-stirring track is the third single from the London singer-songwriter’s upcoming EP. From the moment the song begins, Charlotte’s clear and rich vocals draw us in with a contemplative and…

“Be Alone” is a dramatic depiction of depression and the ways it forces us to turn against ourselves. It is emotionally powerful and hauntingly lyrical. It’s ominous and melancholic, yet it’s also illuminating. We’re all able to connect to this song. The second single from Madeline’s first album, “The Brothel,”…

Tokyo-based duo Suzumeno Tears, Miyuki Sato and Agatha,  brings a resurgence of Japanese, Siberian and Balkan tradition with their debut album, Sparrow’s Arrows Fly So High. The album kicks off with “Kawaigaranse,” a Japanese traditional Goze-Uta that embodies themes of longing and yearning. The duo’s harmonious vocals blend seamlessly over…

Dominick Raffaele navigates through the wreckage of failed relationships and the pressures of a burgeoning career in his latest EP, Damaged released on March 31. The EP kicks off with “Run,” a haunting ballad that explores the anguish of a love that refuses to die. Against a backdrop of gentle…