Ahead of their upcoming album, Chicago duo Friko shares the swooning, high-energy title track “Something Worth Waiting For.”
35 Albums Deep, Longboat Still Has Something to Say
Thirty-five studio albums is a number that stops most conversations before they start. For Igor Keller, it’s simply the current count. Under the Longboat name, the Seattle-based composer has spent decades building a catalog that now exceeds 500 songs — one that spans electronic blues, jazz-influenced pop, film scoring sensibilities, and full orchestral production. Album […]
PRÝNCESS Is Releasing Music Monthly, “A-List” Is Next in Line
Born in Manhattan and raised in Atlanta, PRÝNCESS came up absorbing the energy of pop, rock, and R&B, pulling early influence from the careers of Michael Jackson and Prince — two artists who didn’t just make music but controlled the narrative around it. She taught herself to write and record, developing a process rooted in […]
Friko Are Emphatically Getting There
As the Chicago indie quartet prepares to release their sophomore album, ‘Something Worth Waiting For,’ they discuss the evolution of their sound and the influence of producer John Congleton.
Friko Are Emphatically Getting There
As the Chicago indie quartet prepares to release their sophomore album, ‘Something Worth Waiting For,’ they discuss their evolution, the influence of producer John Congleton, and their pursuit of grand, cathartic rock.
3 Layla Rey Singles That Deserve Your Attention Right Now
Layla Rey continues to build a catalog that refuses easy categorization. Across three standout singles — “Still I Rise,” “If I…,” and “Miss You Bad” — the half-Black, half-Filipino R&B pop artist demonstrates a deliberate range, moving between reclamation, vulnerability, and collaboration without losing the throughline that defines her work. “Still I Rise” marks a […]
The Strokes Surprise Fans with New Song “Going Shopping” via Exclusive Cassette Release
A Tangible Tease for the New Era The Strokes have once again proven their penchant for unconventional marketing. Following their announcement earlier today that their highly anticipated seventh studio album, Reality Awaits, is slated for a summer release, the band has taken a tactile approach to building anticipation. Last week, the group invited fans to […]
Junior Varsity Return With Nostalgic New Single “Radio”
The Los Angeles alt-pop duo Junior Varsity continues their momentum with the release of their latest track, “Radio,” a synth-driven exploration of longing.
Ringo Starr Announces New EP3 Mini-Album and Shares ‘World Go Round’
A New Chapter in Ringo Starr’s Creative Journey Legendary drummer and former Beatle Ringo Starr has officially announced his latest musical project, a new mini-album titled EP3. Set for release this September, the project continues the artist’s recent trend of focusing on shorter, more frequent releases, allowing him to maintain a consistent creative output while […]
U2 Surprise Fans with New EP ‘Easter Lily’ Featuring Brian Eno
A Season of Surprise Releases U2 has once again leaned into their penchant for the unexpected. Following the surprise release of their Ash Wednesday EP, Days Of Ash—which notably featured a collaboration with Ed Sheeran—the legendary Irish rock band has returned with another unannounced project. Titled Easter Lily, this new six-track EP arrives just in […]