Cigarettes After Sex, the band known for their ethereal and haunting soundscapes, have unveiled their latest single, Dark Vacay, adding another layer to their evocative catalogue of atmospheric dream-pop. Greg Gonzalez, the bandleader, exclusively wrote and produced the track, which was released on April 16, 2024, solidifying their place in the indie music scene with their […]

On April 9, 2021, Doja Cat released the irresistible single Kiss Me More, featuring SZA, as the lead single from her acclaimed third studio album, Planet Her. The disco-influenced pop/R&B track was written by Doja Cat, SZA, Yeti Beats, Rogét Chahayed, Tizhimself, Carter Lang, and Dr. Luke, with the chorus interpolating the iconic melody from Olivia […]

The Raw, Intimate Sound of Michael Marcagi’s Viral Smash In late 2023, the yearning strains of a solitary acoustic guitar drifted across TikTok, soon echoed by millions of spellbound listeners. The melody came from Scared to Start by Michael Marcagi, a young Cincinnati singer-songwriter who had captured a pervasive cultural mood with his folk-tinged clarion call to […]

Imagine you’re scrolling through your social media feeds, and you come across a post with a striking image of a tall, chiselled individual surrounded by a group of people. The caption reads: “He’s straight-up overshadowing everyone here.” You pause, puzzled by the unfamiliar term used. If this scenario sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The concept […]

Numerous songs have been composed on a vast array of subjects, but the most notable ones, ranging from emotional 1950s ballads to current club anthems, centre on the highs and lows of being in a romantic relationship. Our countdown comprises the top 50 Hot 100 hits featuring variations of the word “love” in their titles. […]

A Sizzling Country-Pop Crossover Blazes New Trails On March 29th, the music world was set ablaze by the arrival of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. The genre-melding masterpiece fuses pop, country, Americana, and more into an audacious artistic statement. Among its many highlights is the rousing II Most Wanted, a duet with none other than Miley Cyrus. As […]

Tumultuous Breakups and the Catharsis of Kenzie’s word vomit Lyrics Going through a difficult breakup is one of the most painful experiences a person can face in life. The severing of an intimate bond, the loss of a future you had envisioned together, and the lingering feelings of betrayal can take an immense emotional toll. […]

Reckless Love, Cory Asbury’s chart-topping Christian hit, is not just a song—it’s a transformative journey through the profound depths of God’s unconditional love. Released in October 2017 as the lead single from Asbury’s debut album with Bethel Music, Reckless Love has become a touchstone in contemporary worship music, renowned for its poignant lyrics and soul-stirring […]

A Vulnerable Musical Journey After teasing his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Room Under the Stairs, Zayn has released the profoundly personal new single Alienated. The track sees the former One Direction member laying bare his emotions over sparse, stripped-back instrumentation. “I wanted each song to feel as if it was just me sitting beside you […]

The Master of Camp Meets Her Match When Dua Lipa unleashed Future Nostalgia in 2020, she reinvented pop through a dazzling disco kaleidoscope. For her third album, Radical Optimism, the Grammy winner is once again pushing boundaries, this time deconstructing the smoke and mirrors of modern romance. Lead single Illusion, released on April 11, 2024, plays […]