It’s been 17 years since Alex Turner told the world “don’t believe the hype” on his band’s breakout single. Cocky as it was, dismissing the traps of the indie rock boom of the early 2000s, it’s actually harder to heed…
‘Pre Pleasure’ review: Julia Jacklin seeks to set a balance between thinking about life and actually living
With no ifs and buts, Julia Jacklin has become one of the most captivating songwriters of the new indie/alternative scene over the years thanks to her authentic lyrical flair and on-brand playful artistic nature. She carved out an awe-inspiring reputation…
‘Home, Before and After’ review: Regina Spektor walks in the fine line between poetry and musicality
It is well said that one carries their homeland in their heart. And yet, for many of us, a specific place is what we call home—a kind of place where plenty of our memories are made and where our loved…
‘Twelve Carat Toothache’ review: Post Malone punches below his musical weight
There is an evident progression to Post Malone’s music over the last half decade. From the slow shedding of the hip-hop influence that defined his artistry early on, to the continuous growth of his inner voice appearing more frequently in…
‘Nervous At Night’ review: Charlie Hickey’s debut album is a mark of great potential
Los Angeles singer-songwriter Charlie Hickey has released his debut album, Nervous At Night, an eleven track project under Phoebe Bridger’s label Saddest Factory Records. If you haven’t heard from Hickey yet, this is an excellent introduction to his artistry as…
‘Harry’s House’ review: Harry Styles creates a musical home that all can enjoy
For someone that has so many eyes on his every step, statement, and piece of music, Harry Styles has always maintained an impressive, and refreshing, amount of personal privacy. Living and growing under some of the industry’s brightest spotlights, he…
“(Un)Commentary” review: Learning to Grow Up with Alec Benjamin
Just like the day you first moved in, your family is in your dorm. Eight semesters worth of memories are packed up in boxes. Once you line them up at the door, there’s nothing more to do. You sit on…