In her newest single “Brutus,” alternative rapper The Buttress takes inspiration from the infamous assassination of Julius Caesar to narrate the neglected role of women in Ancient Roman society.
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As a haunting beginning to the titular album Historian, Lucy Dacus details a cutting end to a tumultuous relationship, leaving listeners with a chilling reminder of their own tragic loves.
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In 2021, Myanmar indie-rock band Side Effect immigrated to Austin, leaving behind their tyrannical civil war-torn roots. Frontman Darko C is using the most of his newfound liberation to establish a footing in the live music capital of the world and bring awareness to the conditions of his hometown.
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While bossa nova music brings to mind simple and soft jingles, this notion masks its multicultural and colorful history. Antônio Carlos Jobim brings this Brazilian genre to the forefront, and its optimistic style is a prime example of music and cultural exchange.
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These angst-driven bangers beckon to be blared and encourage listeners to burn off some steam.
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There’s no nautical-themed birthday party in “Conversations With Friends,” but there might as well be—the plot and theme similarities between Phoebe Bridgers’ “Moon Song” and her favorite book are no coincidence.
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JVKE, Genesis Owusu, Enumclaw, and Dream Wife brought their pop hits and rock spunk to SXSW on Thursday, March 16 for the Bose x NME C23 showcase and Friday, March 17 for the Dr. Martens showcase.
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A stacked lineup of artists performed at the Afterglow x Happen Twice x Ocean Wagon Collective SXSW Showcase at The Ballroom at Spiderhouse on March 15.
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From hopeless fantasies to chronic obsessions, Lizzy McAlpine and Conan Gray’s shared penchant for creating tearjerkers make them the perfect pair on any in-your-feelings playlist.
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On March 9, SZA took the stage at The Moody Center with opener Omar Apollo.
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Electrifying hippie counterculture of peace, love, liberation, and bacchanalian revelries defined the 1960s musical landscape. Behind it all? The overarching influence of psychedelic drugs.
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The pop-rock band drew inspiration from Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” with recurring themes of the freethinking movement, love, peace, drugs, and even education – each are cleverly displayed in the riddle-like lyricism.
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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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New Zealand indie-rock band The Beths performed at Scoot Inn on March 10 during their North American tour with opener Sidney Gish.
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Arlie, joined by The Sewing Club and Whitehall, performed at 3TEN at ACL Live on March 8.
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Gracie Abrams struggles to achieve sonic individuality amongst other “sad girl” indie artists, but as she bares her soul track after track in her debut breakup album, heartbreak is painfully palpable.
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The music of hit Netflix series “Wednesday” reflects the goth Latina’s multicultural identity. From Italian opera to Mexican rancheras, here’s a collection of songs from and inspired by the series that highlights the character’s diverse musical influences.
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Maggie Rogers offers another look into young heartbreak through her impassioned vocals and wistful, glimmering indie sound in her rendition of Taylor Swift’s debut single, “Tim McGraw.”
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