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Wxmell and RYL0 Curate The Ultimate Rave Playlist

Inspired by Eurodance songs of the 90s, Wxmell and RYL0‘s “Disc Jockey” is a celebration of the sounds that shaped them into groundbreaking hyperpop artists of today. We asked the collaborators to concoct a playlist of their peak rave influences—read on for their selections, and listen to the playlist below. Wxmell’s Rave Songs:“Tune Up” – [continued]
An Interview With: Puppy Angst

Philly-based quartet Puppy Angst first caught my attention with their single “In Sensitivity”, a sunny shoegaze anthem exuding chords and textures akin to ’90s guitar-pop jams running through the old FM radio in your mom’s car. The lyrics are blisteringly honest, penned by frontperson Alyssa Milman, who finds strength in sensitivity. I caught up with [continued]
Essentials: “Diosa” – Nikky Bourbon

Vulnerability transforms into ferocity in Nikky Bourbon’s rallying cry “Diosa,” a rollicking torrent of feminist empowerment. “Diosa” is Bourbon’s celebration of her Latinx roots, released during Hispanic Heritage Month to honor her cultural expression of diosa, the divine feminine. “It represents connectedness with the universe and our power as women,” the singer/songwriter shares of the [continued]
Interview: Cassie Marin Gets Vulnerable on LiL 5i5

Driving down Sunset Boulevard, a sun-bleached billboard is donned with a can’t-miss image—a hyper-stylized avatar representing the whimsical, futuristic vision of left-field pop musician Cassie Marin. The Los Angeles-based independent singer, songwriter, and producer is making her mark on the modern dance-pop evolution of today in her first full-length album, LiL 5i5. With a style [continued]
HARD Summer 2022: Recap Three-Day Festival featuring Megan Thee Station and More

HARD Summer returned to NOS Events Center for a high-energy showing of hip hop and electronic talent over three days. The premiere west coast dance festival featured a lineup that spanned genres, bringing stars like Megan Thee Stallion, Koffee, Three 6 Mafia, and Porter Robinson together with fast-rising underground acts like ISOxo, Tom The Mail [continued]
Prep for HARD Summer With Our Must-Hear Playlist + Packing List

With HARD Summer quickly approaching, we’re giving you the survival guide to this quintessential EDM festival. Our playlist features must-see artists for dance and hip hop fans alike, and our packing list will ensure you have your best HARD Summer experience. The legendary Los Angeles festival has expanded to three days this year, adding even [continued]
Saint Audio Selects: New Music for July 15th, 2022

There’s something for everyone in this batch of updates. Check back next week for more on Spotify. Cover: Anna Lunoe “Alright” – Anna Lunoe “Behind The Lockers With Hunter” – Deaton Chris Anthony “Hospital” – Madison Cunningham “Slow Down Bang Bang” – Franklin Gothic “Intake” – Launder “Moongreening” – Miles Hewitt “Throw me out a [continued]
Saint Audio Selects: New Music for July 8th, 2022

Support Texas teens’ reproductive rights. Cover: Falldren “bulletproof” – zzzahara, Mareux “Don’t Fight It” – happytree “Little White Lies” – French Original “I’m Your Guy” – Anna Shoemaker “Turn on Your Lights” – Paper Pools “Second Destiny” – Falldren “Freedom” – Mind Against, Dyzen “Must Be The Love – Enamour Remix” – ARTY, Nadia Ali [continued]
Saint Audio Selects: New Music for July 1st, 2022

If you can, please donate to crucial reproductive rights funds for Black women and girls here. A new month means new music—follow us on Spotify for updates. Cover: Wreckno “Nails Matching My Fit” – Lewis OfMan, Shanae “Bicstan” – Hudson Mohawke “The Attention Deficit Track” – Skream, Jackmaster “Shake My Booty” – Patrick Topping “Dry [continued]
Saint Audio Selects: New Music for June 24th, 2022

Donate to abortion funds. Updates to the playlist are made weekly. Follow us for more. Cover: Fei-Fei “An Alien in Minneapolis” – Ondara “In The Morning” – Lindsay Clark “Shaking Hands With Elvis” – Allison Ponthier “Venus Hour” – Automatic “minnesota is a place that exists” – glaive “La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin (Model [continued]