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Our favorite releases from the ALT RECESS submissions list.
Ben Rodrigues Paints the Town “Red” with New 5-Track EP — and It’s a Total Banger
Okay, let’s just say it: Ben Rodrigues is that guy right now. The South African pop phenom, straight outta Durban, is turning every...
Apr 14
Chad Bailey Wears His Heart on His Sleeve in Soulful New R&B Gem “Emotionally Unavailable”
Let’s get one thing straight — Chad Bailey is not your average R&B singer. Born in Kingston, raised in Queens, and rooted in a deep love...
Apr 14
The Young Fables Spin Gold with “Good At Hurting” on Their New Album Short Stories
Let’s talk about The Young Fables — you know, that magnetic country/pop duo from Maryville, Tennessee that somehow manages to tug at your...
Apr 14
Lia Braswell is Stepping Into the Spotlight with Mesmerizing New Pop Single “But I’m Ready”
If you’ve ever seen Lia Braswell thrashing behind a drum kit with A Place To Bury Strangers or channeling raw energy onstage with Le...
Apr 14
Mars Baby Drops a Dreamy Indie Debut with Handsome Luke & The Heartbreakers
Mars Baby, the genre-shifting crooner from Cape Town—now repping Johannesburg—has officially arrived . After years of bubbling under with...
Apr 10
Alann8h’s “Bittersweet Notions”: A Journey Into Vulnerability and Introspection
There’s something beautifully raw about Alann8h’s new EP, Bittersweet Notions . Released late in 2024, this 7-track masterpiece feels...
Apr 9
Kanner's "Grass Is Greener" EP Is the Future—And It's a Total Banger
Photography by Acacia Evans If there’s one artist who proves that the future of rock isn’t just guitars and grunge—it’s Kanner. The...
Apr 8
Julia Larkin's "Stay Away" Is a Punk-Rock Anthem for the Heartbroken
If you're a fan of Taylor Swift's heartfelt lyrics, yet crave a bit more punk edge and rock energy, then you’ll definitely want to check...
Apr 8
Lisa Heller Introduces Every Side of Herself on Bold New EP HELLO, MY NAME IS
Pop music often thrives in polished personas and perfected narratives—but Lisa Heller is done pretending. With her new EP, HELLO, MY...
Apr 7
LUCYS Delivers a Heartfelt, Somber Track with "How I Wish You Were Here"
If you’ve ever felt a profound longing for someone who’s just out of reach, LUCYS' latest track, "How I Wish You Were Here" , might just...
Apr 7
Yanga YaYa’s “Relapse (Lay It Down)” Is a Euphoric R&B Masterpiece
If you’re looking for a track that effortlessly combines smooth R&B vibes with a pop twist, look no further than Yanga YaYa’s “Relapse...
Apr 5
earth2zoe’s “Closure”, A Dreamy Soundscape For Letting Go
When it comes to navigating the emotional rollercoaster that is life, sometimes all you need is closure — and earth2zoe’s latest release...
Apr 5
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