Andy Bell Sets off on North American Solo Tour in October
By Morrighan Lee “Our very own Pride Icon delivered a set that many agreed was a highlight of the weekend, and perhaps the best he’s ever sounded.”—Attitude Andy Bell, lead singer of Erasure, is headed to North America for his first-ever solo tour beginning on October 3rd after successful tours of the UK and Europe. In May of this year, Bell released his album Ten Crowns, marking a significant milestone in his forty-year career as a musician. After its release, the album reached number 14 on the UK charts, which coincided with the start of his UK solo tour. When … Continue reading Andy Bell Sets off on North American Solo Tour in October
Laura Pieri Returns with a Hot Remix of “Daughter of Demeter”
On the heels of her hit single “Flown Away,” Brazilian-born pop artist Laura Pieri returns with a fresh new take on her track “Daughter of Demeter” off her EP Frankie (2024). The original track is a raw cry of fury and heartbreak. And the new and reimagined remix, “Daughter of Demeter (ON THE DANCEFLOOR)” is subtle yet just as electrifying. Pieri divides her time between New York and Los Angeles, balancing her life as an MBA student by day and a pop artist by night. Her sound seamlessly blends the up-tempo beats of pop music with the rhythm of her … Continue reading Laura Pieri Returns with a Hot Remix of “Daughter of Demeter”
“Nothing to Lose” by Goldstate is Pop-Punk Gold
by Jillian Jaramillo When “Nothing To Lose” by Goldstate landed in my inbox, I was thrilled. I’ve been longing for a new pop-punk track to blast in my car (I am a child of the 90s, after all), and Goldstate’s new single filled my near-empty Fall Out Boy cup. If the energy of pop-punk and the heart and soul of the early 2000s met at Warped Tour, the result would be “Nothing to Lose.” Comprised of members Ben Pritchard (vocals), James (guitar), Jez (guitar), and Amy (drums), Goldstate dropped “Nothing to Lose” in June, via Punkerton Records, making it their third … Continue reading “Nothing to Lose” by Goldstate is Pop-Punk Gold
Ana Luna Wants to Know: “Can We Pretend We Just Met at a Bar?”
By BTN!M Staff Ana Luna drops new single, “Can We Pretend We Just Met at a Bar?,” now on all streaming platforms. The Ukrainian-born, Los Angeles-based singer kept her writing secret for years as she pursued an acting career before blossoming into the alt-rock, dream pop artist she is today. Her introspective new single gives fans a glimpse into the vulnerability of her forthcoming full-length album. “Can We Pretend We Just Met at a Bar?” is an aching ballad that explores themes of self-denial and the fantasy of what an idyllic romance might be–with the wrong one–that is not only … Continue reading Ana Luna Wants to Know: “Can We Pretend We Just Met at a Bar?”
Paperwhite Looks Back with Latest EP, “Reach”
Brooklyn synthpop sibling duo, Paperwhite, has released their five-track EP, Reach, after a nearly decade-long hiatus. Growing up just outside of Philadelphia, Katie (singer/songwriter) and Ben (producer/songwriter) Marshall wrote many songs together during their teens. Forming in 2013, the pair took the name Paperwhite after the flower. Since the release of their debut EP, Magic (2014), the siblings have taken the internet by storm, drawing the attention of some of the industry’s most notable publications, including Billboard, Buzzfeed, and Nylon. Their previous EP, Escape, was released in 2016. In 2024, the pair emerged from their sleepy hiatus and delivered Reach. … Continue reading Paperwhite Looks Back with Latest EP, “Reach”
Wrené & Caijo Serve Up Industrial Fusion with “Cannibal (The Lost Souls)”
by BTN!M Staff If you’re reeling about the state of the world (you know, social politics, the economy, consumer culture…politics), Canadian artists Wrené and Caijo teamed up to serve a delectable industrial fusion single, “Cannibal (The Lost Souls).” With its beautifully grotesque lyrics and visuals in the accompanying music video, “Cannibal” is a gruesome, perfectly timed treat for the state of the first world. Wrené is an experimental musician, songwriter, music producer, and model. A mix of Sina, Danielle Dax, and Tina Root, Wrené collaborated with indie artist Caijo to create this enmeshment of experimental hip-hop to explore the twisted … Continue reading Wrené & Caijo Serve Up Industrial Fusion with “Cannibal (The Lost Souls)”
rlyblonde is Some Kind of Prophet with “Dumb Blonde”
Sometimes, it’s not all that bad (life that is)… New York City artist, queer muse, and indie-alt darling Carina Allen sings under the moniker rlyblonde; her alter ego embodying the many faces of Allen’s creative journey. The rlyblonde character is only one aspect of Allen’s work, and under the bubble-gum haze, a track like “Dumb Blonde” was bound to happen sooner or later. Carina Allen aka rlyblonde is as fresh as anyone could hope for. The alt-angel came across my desk when my musical catalog felt like a desert, and I was begging for anything but a soulless pop track. Along … Continue reading rlyblonde is Some Kind of Prophet with “Dumb Blonde”
Halloween Playlist 2024: Editor’s Edition
Happy Halloween you soul suckers… Is your Halloween playlist super lame? You’ve come to the right place and if you’re tired of the “Monster Mash,” this playlist is for you. The editor (that’s me) ransacked their collection of vinyl, CDs, and personal playlists to deliver this hauntingly good set. You don’t have to be goth to appreciate it, but it certainly makes life easier. As with all posts of this nature, this is a SUBJECTIVE playlist. If you don’t like it, that’s fine, go make your own playlist. Now: back to spooky business: Here is BTN!M’s 2024 Halloween playlist: The … Continue reading Halloween Playlist 2024: Editor’s Edition
Don’t Mess with the Princess: Maya J Fires Back
by Amaris Pollinger “I’d really love it if people wouldn’t make me put my Slytherin scarf on…” I’ll start by saying that Maya Jenkins aka Maya J, is hilarious. I couldn’t stop laughing at her wit and the comedic truth bombs she dropped with more bubbly finesse than the pop of a champagne bottle. By far my favorite quote by the Florida-born, LA- based actress/singer is probably: “I would really love it if people wouldn’t make me put my Slytherin scarf on.” This is in reference to Maya J constantly being labeled nothing more than a “sweet, nice girl” who can … Continue reading Don’t Mess with the Princess: Maya J Fires Back