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Interview + Track Premiere: 2nd Grade—”Boys In Heat”
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The members of the Philly supergroup 2nd Grade spoke to us about the formation of the band, their new record 'Hit To Hit', and what it's like being a Philly band. Read along while you listen to their new song, "Boys In Heat", which we're premiering below.
Interview: Honeymoon Talk Their Epic New Space-rock Album, ‘From The Future’
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The frontman of the Ohio crushers talk about the behind-the-scenes of their new record, touring, and more.
Artist Interview: Melody
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Melody writes songs about the awkwardness of real life as a teen. Her stunning indie pop doesn’t shy away from identity crises, growing pains, or emotional turbulence and its all narrated with a laid-back honesty. We discussed her songwriting, video games, and her upcoming EP.
Video Premiere + Interview: Crisman – “Surprise”
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Crisman visualizes the familiar feeling of isolation that comes with being out there on your own with their video, "Surprise."
Interview: Can’t Swim’s Chris LoPorto Talks Surprise Acoustic EP, Life in Quarantine
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Can't Swim's Chris LoPorto share a new acoustic EP, 'Life in Quarantine.'
Interview + Premiere: Boston Marriage – “Idols”
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Orlando's Boston Marriage declares death to all idols and moving forward with their new single, "Idols."
Interview + Premiere: Stress Fractures—’Short Films’ EP
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The new EP from the North Carolina emo group Stress Fractures almost didn't happen. Read our interview with the band and stream the project in full ahead of its release tomorrow.
Interview: John Russell of Gnawing shares ‘Shaky’ and new sounds
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John Russell (Gnawing) shares his new EP 'Shaky' along with inspirations for the new chapter for his band.
Interview: Derek Zanetti of Homeless Gospel Choir
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Luciano talks about the latest release of Homeless Gospel Choir and reflection with Derek Zanetti.
Artist Interview: Charmer Discuss Releasing Their Album in the Age of Coronavirus
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Charmer are set to drop their sophomore LP this week, but with Coronavirus overtaking every aspect of the music industry, they now face new and unanticipated challenges.
Meet the Band: Pictures of Vernon
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Get to know Asheville's own Pictures of Vernon in the latest addition to the Meet the Band series.
Interview: Shane Told – Silverstein
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Luciano sat down with Shane Told of Silverstein to talk about their new record "A Beautiful Place to Drown" and the band's next chapter.
Interview: Sophie Coran: Stream new single ‘Circles’
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Stream the new single from Sophie Coran and read our interview with her about her inspiration from Amy Winehouse and why she dubbed her music "Noir & B".
Interview: Nathan Gray – Boysetsfire
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Nathan Gray shares insight on his music, mental health, and what's ahead with the new record, 'Working Title.'
Interview: Augusta Koch – Gladie
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We spoke with Augusta Koch of Gladie about their debut LP 'Safe Sins' out now through Lame-O Records.