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March 1
Strfkr
I was quite hesitant about sharing this gem of a band with the public, but I love all the talented beings that makeup Strfkr too much to gatekeep.
The Oregon band has completely derailed my musical experience (in the best way possible) since my discovery of them a couple of years back, and it was taken to an even greater height when I got to see them live in concert last year where I was transported to a realm of electronic bliss. The best way I can interpret their sound is that it makes you want to float away to places that only exist in dreams.
“Parallel Realms” is their latest album with the group blessing us with four early release singles: “Together Forever”, “Under Water/In Air”, “Always/Never” and “Amatron.” The songs feel like a nod to groove — while still encompassing their distinct electro sound, no doubt — but gravitate toward a sound that feels like a trippy embrace.
I’m so excited to hear the rest of the project with a 2024 tour accompanying the release. Although I’m upset that the band won’t be doing any Florida shows, I will be willing to travel far and wide to experience the delight I felt being in the presence of one of my favorite ensembles.
Faye Webster
The Atlanta native who has made major strides in the world of indie love ballads has decided to share her most recent album, “Underdressed at the Symphony,” with us!
When whispers of a feature from rapper Lil Yachty were circling, excitement for the project grew twice over. With fans of the Georgia alternative-rapper deciding to check out Webster’s discography and vice versa, it has started discourse amongst artists branching out regarding genre.
Webster owns a voice that is soft and mellow, whilst conveying tales of her own experiences.
“Going to the symphony was almost like therapy for me. I was quite literally underdressed at the symphony because I would just decide at the last moment that that’s what I wanted to do. I got to leave what I felt like was kind of a shitty time in my life and be in this different world for a minute. I liked that I didn’t feel like I belonged.” Webster told Bandcamp.
ScHoolboy Q
After five years, the noteworthy rapper has reemerged into the world of hip-hop with his recent brainchild, “Blue Lips.”
The TDE artist has given fans a 17-track album to make up for his departure. There hasn’t been confirmation of any features, but that doesn’t serve as a problem as it could solely highlight ScHoolboy Q’s unique sound!
Q has also shared the multi-faceted meaning behind the title of his project, Blue Lips, on behalf of his label:
“1. speechless, especially as the temporary result of shock or some strong emotion. 2. (of a person or mood) shocked, speechless, or embarrassed; the crowd gave me blue lips – n. 1. A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something. 2. Coon; they were coonin – v. 1. become fully aware of (something) as a fact; understand clearly.”
Accompanying his epic release, the artist also released a vlog series, “wHy not,” giving fans a peek into the process of his project.
March 8
Ariana Grande
Despite recent controversy, Ariana Grande has announced her latest LP, “Eternal Sunshine.”
This album comes after the release of her single, “yes, and?” which received much love through social media with the singer announcing a deluxe version of the song featuring Mariah Carey.
Grande took to her Instagram story in early February with a post that read: “I think this one may be your favorite. It is mine,” causing a stir amongst stans about what is to be expected from the popstar.
March 15
Kacey Musgraves
It’s been two years since the release of Musgraves’ latest project although her voice hasn’t been absent as she has had a recent feature on the cinematic EP, “Bob Marley: One Love,” with her own rendition of Marley’s song, “Three Little Birds.”
Now the country singer is giving us a personal project titled, “Deeper Well,” telling fans, “It’s a collection of songs I hold very dear to my heart. I hope it makes a home in all of your hearts, too.”
To partner her album, the singer has also released a zine; an 84-page book full of various photos, lyrics, a CD and Musgraves’ thoughts behind the making of her album. The zine is only available via her website, Barnes and Noble and indie record shops.
I sense that this project will encapsulate much of Musgraves’ personal and musical journey with the 14-track LP serving as a space to release.
Tierra Whack
The Philadelphia rapper will be releasing her album, “World Wide Whack,” this March, and I can’t wait.
With an internal/external colorful aura and sound, Whack has decided to put her world into another project that we can be a part of.
“I was in a dark place for a long time and no one knew. I found my way out and made a choice to keep living. I wanna be completely transparent with my ‘whackos’ because I’m human just like you, and we all have rough days. The key is to keep going! Be kind … you never know what someone else is going through. For the longest time I felt like I didn’t belong, but now I know what I do and my hope is for other people to know that too,” Whack revealed via Instagram.
With stellar visuals to go along with her releases, Whack continues to excite fans with what is yet to come!
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