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Kina Grannis performs intimate hometown show at the Teragram Ballroom

September 8, 2017by rachelannc 1 Comment

Playing a hometown show can be nerve-wracking when it’s been years since you’ve had a proper hometown show, but the anxiety went away for Kina Grannis as soon as she […]

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Why “Bad Liar” is my favorite radio single of the summer (Song Review)

August 30, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

Let’s be honest: Selena Gomez has probably left some of the most unassuming marks in the pop world as of late. As one of pop’s biggest stars — from Disney […]

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Maroon 5 and SZA release funky new single “What Lovers Do” (Song Review)

August 30, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

I heard Maroon 5‘s fresh new single with SZA premiere this morning on the radio and it immediately caught my attention. The funky single has frontman Adam Levine talking about […]

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Articles, Music

Tom Misch’s “South Of The River” is a disco-infused love song (Music Video)

August 23, 2017by rachelannc 1 Comment

Tom Misch just dropped the video for his groovy track “South Of The River” — and it’s funky, fresh and delicious. The 22-year-old London-based singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist has created […]

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Miley Cyrus makes me feel “Younger Now” (Music Video)

August 23, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

I’ve always had a soft spot for Miley Cyrus, and though most may be calling her recent releases a “sanitization” of her past self, I simply believe she’s just come […]

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The Night Game releases retro visual for “The Outfield” (Lyric Video)

August 23, 2017by rachelannc 1 Comment

There are only a few times where a new band, musician or song really make an impression on me. The Night Game’s “The Outfield” is one of those few. Fronted by […]

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Articles, Music

Maggie Rogers reimagines debut hits in Tiny Desk Concert

August 17, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

Get ready to get vulnerable, because Maggie Rogers’ stripped down Tiny Desk Concert is just as heartwarming as her breakout moment with Pharrell. Maggie Rogers is one of those few […]

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Steady Holiday’s colorfully quirky new video for “When I See Color” (Music Video)

August 10, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

Dre Babinski, better known as Steady Holiday, teamed up with the filmmakers from OMG Everywhere and After-School All-Stars to make the music video for her song “When I See Color.” […]

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Company Of Thieves reunite with first single “Treasure” in six years

July 29, 2017by rachelannc 2 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I thought I would never see the day where my favorite beloved indie rockers Company Of Thieves would reunite to play and make more […]

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Articles, Music

Sweater Beats Gathers Asian Artists For “Glory Days” (Music Video)

July 28, 2017by rachelannc 2 Comments

Electronic producer Sweater Beats is on the verge of something huge. After touring with names like Flume and Chance the Rapper, his anthemic single “Glory Days” just got a new […]

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Articles, Music

‘Baka Bukas’ Review: Philippine Cinema Makes Big Step for LGBT

July 24, 2017by rachelannc 1 Comment

In the opening scene of Samantha Lee’s “Baka Bukas” (“Maybe Tomorrow”), the question is asked: “Is coming out still a thing?” “Those were the exact words that were said to […]

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6 Indie Asian American Artists Making Waves Right Now

July 16, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

It’s no secret that Asian American artists are underrepresented in music. Their identities are often left out of the conversation and not many people realize that they are here — […]

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Articles, Culture, Music

Alfa Interview: Indie Fil-Am Artist Talks New Album “Spark & Fury”

July 11, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

The inspiring and mentally frustrating creative process that goes with producing, recording and writing a new album is no easy task. Alfa, a Philippine-born singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist of guitar, ukulele, […]

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Articles, Interviews, Music

Dream pop rockers LANY debut emotional “Good Girls” (Music Video)

July 6, 2017by rachelannc Leave a comment

LANY is a band who has quickly won the hearts of thousands of teenage girls across the nation — and globe — and will only continue to break more hearts […]

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Articles, Music

Earl gives “One Dance” by Drake a reggae makeover

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Alaskan-born singer-songwriter and half-Filipina Kate Earl has given herself a jazz makeover in recent years. Her sultry vocals, Amy Winehouse meets Norah Jones breathiness and knack for soul and jazz […]

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