While Disney isn’t known for creating R&B icons, they accidentally made one in 1995 with Powerline. Tevin Campbell’s superstar character only needed two songs to become a cult icon.
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“Glee” may not be known for its serious moments, but it is always unforgettable when they tackle something heavy.
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After signing with a major record label, Bring Me The Horizon refined their metalcore sound with its fourth album, creating a unique combination of heavy electronic tracks leading to lasting success 10 years after Sempiternal’s release.
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In her third studio album, Kali Uchis invites us into her femme fantasy world of love, lust, and heartache through her romantic lyricism packed with Colombian influences and angelic vocals.
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What is the perfect landscape for a hypnotic, dream-infiltrating bunny named Frank, heralding the end of the world? An 80s gothic New Wave soundtrack.
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The self-described “swaggy, sticky, and authentic” five-piece band sat down with Afterglow to talk drunken recording sessions, their love of Deftones, and their anticipated upcoming single, “Bryn.”
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At the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left a lasting impression on our ears.
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Religious imagery pours out of every song on Ethel Cain’s debut, from the sins of a family to a betrayal that rivals Ptolemy’s.
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Whether you’re in your hateful shrew era or just want some female rock to jam to, our girl Kat Stratford has you covered.
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At the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left a lasting impression on our ears.
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Suspiria’s visceral, unsettling score was the perfect co-star for Jessica Harper as Suzy Bannion, as she uncovers the secrets of a prestigious German dance academy.
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When an addict searches for a murderer in an isolated Midwestern town, the only logical soundtrack is the haunting honesty of Led Zeppelin.
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What happens when a one hit wonder resurfaces 19 years after its release? The most iconic meme of all time.
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Music and sports go hand in hand, but in baseball, a player's entire persona is defined by one thing: their walk-up song.
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Tierra Whack and Waterparks are two artists that could be confused for stand-up comedians with their humor-heavy lyrics and upbeat musicality. In fact, their strange (and debatably cringey) lyricism adds an unexpected level of cool to their music.
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It’s a family BBQ in the blistering heat of an early 2000s summer. Your dad is grilling in the backyard. What’s playing on the speakers? This playlist.
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There is more to being a drag queen than a freshly beaten face, a blinding sequin outfit, and an impeccable tuck. A significant part of drag performances are powerful lip-syncs complete with kicks, splits, and death drops.
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At the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left an impression on our ears.
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