Exclusive Interview: Mitch Dubin
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Exclusive Interview: Mitch Dubin

Mitch Dubin’s “Whole Damn Heart” isn’t just a song. It’s a lived-in, emotionally raw, brutally honest life story pressed to record — an open wound dressed in melody, stitched together with memory, family, and redemption.

We Spoke to Mitch about his journey so far.

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“I’m Not Here to Help You” - Kate Howard
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“I’m Not Here to Help You” - Kate Howard

Sharp. Sweet. Slightly surreal. And absolutely unforgettable.

Every now and then, an artist comes along and completely rewires your expectations—Kate Howard is that kind of artist. Her latest EP, “I’m Not Here to Help You,” isn’t just a collection of songs. It’s a musical novella written with razor-sharp wit, tender humanity, and just the right amount of weird.

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“Stomach Butterflies” - MAX BARSKIH
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“Stomach Butterflies” - MAX BARSKIH

A soft touch. A deep message. A bold, bilingual new chapter from a Ukrainian pop icon.

If you know Max Barskih, you know he’s never been afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve—or his soul in his songs. But with “Stomach Butterflies,” the first single from his upcoming English-language album, Barskih takes vulnerability to a whole new level. It's not just a song—it's an experience, a statement, and a soft but powerful wave of emotional resistance wrapped in delicate synths and poetic lyrics.

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Bill Barlow: Exclusive Interview
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Bill Barlow: Exclusive Interview

Sometimes an album hits like a heart-to-heart with an old friend—someone who's been through a few things, seen the world shift, and still finds ways to laugh at it all. That’s exactly what Bill Barlow delivers on Emotion Journey, his freshly released studio album now streaming across all major platforms. It’s part singer-songwriter soul, part observational stand-up, and all heart.

We Spoke to Bill about his journey so far.

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“Adrenaline Slip” - Textbook Maneuver
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“Adrenaline Slip” - Textbook Maneuver

Buckle up, electronic dreamers—Michael Keane, under the cinematic alter ego Textbook Maneuver, is about to launch you on a sonic expedition with his debut album Adrenaline Slip. Think prog-rock nostalgia laced with ambient electronica, brushed with digital stardust and grounded in masterful classical piano roots.

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“Angels With Broken Wings” - Jernej Zoran
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“Angels With Broken Wings” - Jernej Zoran

Let’s get one thing straight: Jernej Zoran doesn’t just play music—he feels it. And in his newest single, “Angels With Broken Wings,” he invites us to do the same. Dropped onMay 28, 2025, this track is blues-rock on a spiritual mission—part personal catharsis, part global collaboration, and all heart.

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“For Now, Forever” - Liana Warren
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“For Now, Forever” - Liana Warren

Liana Warren’s debut full-length album, “For Now, Forever,” doesn’t just play—it invites. It welcomes you into a world that feels familiar but tinged with a little more magic than you remembered. It opens with the sound of an Oakland freeway, and by the end, you’ve been spun through memories, moonlight, grief, laughter, and back again—all in about 40 minutes.

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“Winners” - Chandra
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“Winners” - Chandra

Let’s be honest—sometimes life feels like a series of punches to the gut. And just when you’re ready to tap out, a song like “Winners” comes flying through your speakers like a power-up you didn’t know you needed.

Dropped on Friday, June 6, 2025, the latest single by Bristol-based pop-rock trio Chandra is exactly what the season ordered: a soaring, fist-pumping, scream-it-in-your-car-with-the-windows-down anthem that’s not just catchy—it’s empowering.

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“Scania” - Soek
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“Scania” - Soek

When a composer with a résumé like Grant Borland’s decides to drop the rulebook and make something just for the sake of art, you listen. No trailer deadlines. No sync briefs. Just a piano, some strings, and a heart full of Iceland.

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“Hunger for Love” - VANNGO
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“Hunger for Love” - VANNGO

VANNGO doesn’t make music for the background. His latest single, “HUNGER FOR LOVE,” isn’t here to gently ease into your playlist—it rattles your bones, grabs your heart, and asks real questions you might’ve been dodging. It’s unfiltered, unapologetic, and honestly, kinda undeniable.

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“Distant” - Ava Valianti
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“Distant” - Ava Valianti

Let’s talk about Ava Valianti, the Newbury-based singer-songwriter who’s quickly becoming the indie-pop confidante we all wish we had in high school—and honestly, still need in adulthood. Her latest single, “Distant” (dropped on May 23rd), hits exactly that sweet spot between nostalgia and heartbreak, while somehow keeping things light, warm, and vibey enough for a windows-down summer drive.

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