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Leah Nawy in blue top and striped pants sits on pink floor, gazing up. Emotional, contemplative mood with soft lighting.

Indie Pop Artist, Producer, & Multi-Instrumentalist Leah Nawy Learns To Trust Herself With Single "Mixing Patterns"

NYC-based indie pop artist, producer & multi-instrumentalist Leah Nawy learns to trust herself on the slow-burning track "Mixing Patterns," out today.

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Apr 17, 2025

Abstract art with bold text "UNTITLED (SWIRL)" on orange background, featuring collage of ears, eyes, mouths, a phone, and geometric shapes.

JayWood Shares Single "UNTITLED (Swirl)" Plus Its Music Video

Winnipeg singer-songwriter JayWood is back with his new single, "UNTITLED (Swirl)."

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Apr 15, 2025

Lilith Czar in white attire kneels in candlelit scene with red candles, wearing a crown. Dark background creates a mystical, solemn mood.

Lilith Czar Reveals Details For New Single "POPSICLE" Set To Be Released On April 25, 2025

Lilith Czar will return with her latest single, "POPSICLE," on April 25, 2025.

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Apr 15, 2025

A person, a lighthouse, and a small boat are on a beach. Text reads "At the beach, in every life." Minimalist black-and-white style.

Gigi Perez Announces Self-Produced Debut Album 'At The Beach, In Every Life' Out April 25, 2025

Gigi Perez proudly presents her self-produced full-length debut LP, At The Beach, In Every Life, out April 25, 2025, via Island Records.

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Apr 14, 2025

Max McNown crouches on a rocky terrain by a glowing mountain at sunset. Text reads "Max McNown, St. Helens Alpenglow." Warm, serene mood.

Max McNown Releases Latest Single "St. Helens Alpenglow"

Singer-songwriter Max McNown is back with his latest single, "St. Helens Alpenglow."

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Apr 11, 2025

Saphir Levi with long hair leans forward in a pink-tiled room, giving a playful look. The fisheye lens creates a distorted effect.

Alt-Rock Singer-Songwriter Saphir Levi Signs To NOWHERE Recordings And Releases Debut Single "Forget It"

Los Angeles-based Saphir Levi is stepping into a bold new era with her debut single, "Forget It."

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Apr 4, 2025

Sophie Powers in a white dress stands in front of 3 stacked beds in a dimly lit room. Feathers float around, creating a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere.

Sophie Powers Ushers In A Bold New Era With "move with me"

Rising avant-pop force Sophie Powers is back and bolder than ever with her latest single, "move with me."

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Apr 4, 2025

A woman sitting in a dark red car at night. Interior is lit with red light, creating a mysterious, moody atmosphere.

Your Favorite Color Captures the Spirit of Living Fast With New Track "Forever"

Indie alt-rock band Your Favorite Color has released their latest single, "Forever."

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Apr 4, 2025

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Pop-Rock Trio Arrows In Action Releases Infectious Single "Light Like You"

Arrows In Action are badk with their layest single, "Light Like You."

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Apr 4, 2025

Alicia Moffet with long brown hair and bangs stares intensely at the camera against a blue background, exuding a serious mood.

Alicia Moffet Releases Single "Choke"

Alicia Moffet is back with a new single, "Choke," out now.

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Apr 3, 2025

Trousdale in vibrant outfits sit on a sofa, exuding a relaxed mood. "Trousdale" text appears above them. The room is bright and artistic.

Trousdale Are Playing With Fire On New Single "Secondhand Smoke"

Trousdale surprises fans with one more single, "Secondhand Smoke," before the release of their sophomore album, Growing Pains, out April 11.

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Apr 2, 2025

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Jack Van Cleaf Releases Two Singles From His Forthcoming Sophomore Album 'JVC'

Jack Van Cleaf has released "Using You" and "Green" off his forthcoming album, JVC.

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Apr 1, 2025

Illustrated turtle on a yellow background with sharp, geometric patterns. Text reads "Planting by the Signs" and "S.G. Goodman."

S.G. Goodman Returns With New Album 'Planting By The Signs' Out June 20, 2025, Via Slough Water Records/Thirty Tigers

S.G. Goodman announces her third studio album, Planting by the Signs, due out June 20 via her very own Slough Water Records / Thirty Tigers.

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Apr 1, 2025

Maddie Zahm sitting on a concrete block, hugging knees, against a textured gray wall. Calm expression, minimalist and neutral setting.

Maddie Zahm Releases New EP '(the angry part)' Out Now Via AWAL

Maddie Zahm has released her latest offering, (the angry part), via AWAL, out now!

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Mar 31, 2025

Surreal art with two green faces, a blue skull with halo, and a book titled "The Trans Agenda." Background of clouds, hands, mystical vibe.

Rising Toronto Punk Powerhouse Chinese Medicine Release Single "AceTone" And Announce Sophomore EP, The Trans Agenda, Out May 16, 2025

Toronto punk powerhouse Chinese Medicine announces their sophomore EP, The Trans Agenda, arrives May 16, 2025, via Twin Fang Records.

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Mar 30, 2025

Pleasure Pill outdoors performing on grass. One person stands in the foreground, three seated playing guitars. House and trees in the background.

Pleasure Pill Announce Debut Album 'Hang A Star' Out June 27, 2025, Via à La Carte Records, Release New Single "Line Up The Stars"

Pleasure Pill have announced their debut album, Hang A Star, with the release of their single, "Line Up The Stars."

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Mar 30, 2025

Skeleton with blue flames on the head stands against a dark, textured wall. Chains hang beside it, creating an eerie atmosphere.

Nate Vickers Confronts The Darkness On New Single "Parasite"

Alt rock's breakout act to watch, Nate Vickers, returns with a gripping new single, "Parasite," out now via Oxide Records.

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Mar 29, 2025

Kami Kehoe, Ekoh, and Colorblind stand close together against a dark background, all wearing dark clothing. The mood is serious and contemplative.

Kami Kehoe, Ekoh, and Colorblind Escape The Chaos On New Single "Safehouse"

Kami Kehoe, Ekoh, and Colorblind come together for the first time on their powerful new single, "Safehouse".

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Mar 29, 2025

Benicio Bryant with pink hair poses dramatically, hands on head, wearing a patterned pink shirt and chains. Lime green background sets bold mood.

Benicio Bryant Releases New Single "Goodie Bag," A New Track From The Forthcoming EP 'POPSTAR' Out April 25, 2025

20-year-old artist and model Benicio Bryant has released the brand new single “Goodie Bag.”

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Mar 28, 2025

Kesha in lingerie wrapped in plastic, standing against a gray background. A pink circle and a blower are visible. Mood is edgy.

Kesha Releases New Single "YIPPEE-KI-YAY. (ft. T-Pain)," New Album Out July 4, 2025

Kesha is proud to announce the release of her long-awaited new album, . (PERIOD), arriving Friday, July 4, 2025.

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Mar 26, 2025

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