Samantha Vargas
Emo-pop artist BadMoodRude is taking the spirit and music world by storm
BadMoodRude has gained TikTok stardom. The artist and clairvoyant talks about the release of "Cherry Soda Pop," spirit dolls and the being kind online.
The Backseat Lovers capture an intimate look at their lives with Waiting to Spill
The Backseat Lovers are back with their sophomore album, Waiting to Spill. Members Joshua Harmon, Jonas Swanson and Juice Welch explore its creation.
TikTok breakout Aidan Bissett redefines what it means to be a heartthrob with his nostalgic pop-rock
Welcome to AP&R, where we highlight rising artists who will soon become your new favorite.
Having grown up in an era when movie star charmers like Hugh Grant and Matthew McConaughey played the leading man in iconic romantic-comedies, Aidan Bissett knew the ins-and-outs of being in love at an early age — and you can hear it in his music.
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Everything you need to know about Taylor Swift’s new album Midnights
Taylor Swift has returned to the studio in preparation for Midnights. Here's everything you need to know about her 10th studio album.
How GAYLE leans into the depths of growing up with her a study of the human experience volume two EP
GAYLE is navigating her own coming-of-age story with her new EP, a study of the human experience volume two. Read an interview with the "abcdefu" singer now.
10 best One Direction rock covers, from the 1975 to Wolf Alice
It didn’t take long for One Direction's music to spread to other genres. From the 1975 to Wolf Alice, these are some of the best One Direction rock covers.
How nostalgia for old Abercrombie ads fueled HUNNY’s latest Homesick EP
HUNNY are back with their latest EP, Homesick. Kevin Grimmett explains how the group's release is rooted in nostalgia for a forgotten past.
renforshort is prioritizing mental health more than ever on Dear Amelia
Renforshort is prioritizing transparency. The artist confronts mental health and encourages others to do the same on her new album, Dear Amelia.
Zella Day turned her own abortion story into song with “Radio Silence”
On June 24, Zella Day was set to release her new pro-choice anthem “Radio Silence.” Then the Supreme Court voted to overturn Roe V. Wade.
carolesdaughter: “Music saved me; music gave my life purpose”
carolesdaughter has a lofty goal for the new year: bringing back music videos on MTV. Equipped with the nostalgia-heavy visual for her single “Target Practice,” Thea Taylor is ready to take on any television executives who stand in her way.
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For Dora Jar, working as a musician is akin to being a wizard—interview
Before you find yourself in her DMs, Dora Jar already knows that her name is a pun. She’s reminded about it at least once a week. And just like with her eclectic sound, she references her childhood for its inspiration.
While some might not feel a nostalgic connection to an automated car alarm, Jar makes a point to appreciate all the little things in life — whether it’s a scab on her knee, taking p