Rookie group VVUP have a mixed batting average so for, often let down by the production fueling their songs. They’re back with a summer single today, and that instantly perks up my attention. Sadly, Ain’t Nobody (에인트 노바디) hinges on many overused musical and conceptual… Read More »Song Review: VVUP – Ain’t Nobody
It’s pretty ballsy to name your single “Hot Mess,” essentially teeing up critics and naysayers if the song is anything less than amazing. But if we’re speaking of “amazing,” aespa already have a super solid track record. And with Supernova‘s incredible chart dominance this spring,… Read More »Song Review: aespa – Hot Mess
Soloist Lee Chaeyeon has developed a quirky discography, taking advantage of her skills as a dancer to find upbeat rhythms that lodge themselves in your brain. Though most of her material has been solid, I wouldn’t say it’s had a consistent sound or energy. New… Read More »Song Review: Lee Chaeyeon – Don’t
Any gatherings you’re not looking forward to this July 4th? We’ve got you covered. Rising death metal force Cranial Disorder unleashes its brutal death debut, Congenital Depravity, via Lethal Scissor Records this Friday, July 10th. But, we’ve got the whole shebang right here, right now. … Read More »Full Album Stream: Cranial Disorder – ‘Congenital Depravity’
Montreal trio Cola perfects and pushes outside the confines of their minimalist pallet on The Gloss, the follow up to 2022’s breakout album Deep In View. Brushed drums and free flowing vocals demonstrate their ability to innovate within post-punk while staying true to its… Read More »Artist Interview: Cola