Album Release

Twenty-five years later, blink-182 gives the album that defined a generation of skaters, slackers, and screen-staring kids the vault treatment.

Article Contributed by Monica Soriano The newly released LP by Jenny Gillespie Mason has grabbed our attention. With her soothing vocals and present atmosphere, it creates a full listening experience. Listening to In The Safety of the Light feels like wandering through green fields and clear skies just as her promotional photos and videos. Jenny Gillespie Mason press photo provided by Force Field PR The Perfect Length This is Mason’s first solo Album release apart from her ba

Article Contributed by Monica Soriano It seems that artists don’t always have the monthly listeners that are equivalent to their talent. This is the case for Josceppi. ‘Chämeleon’ is a wonderful piece of storytelling that has the potential to grab the attention of many new listeners. While starting the listening journey it was clear that this was intentionally crafted and Josceppi as an artist has a clear direction. The alternative pop rock meets classic rockstar feel is a de

A 14-Year-Old's Debut EP That Writes Itself Into Your Chest, Iris Copperman Doesn't Hold Back.

Article Contributed by Monica Soriano After almost 3 years since they released an album, Seafret has returned. Their latest album, Fear of Emotion projects their growth, feelings and their continuous love for their craft. Jack Sedman and Harry Draper have crafted a true listening experience from beginning to end. It Grabs You From The Very First Track Upon hitting the play button it was clear this project was put together with immense care. With a catchy chorus and lyrics t

The producer blends cinematic ambition with trance energy on his most intentional project yet. Article Contributed by Vaneza Gutiérrez Wyckoff Photos contributed by UMG 1824 For Aaron Hibell, releasing Synchronicity isn’t simply about putting out another album. It’s about revealing a body of work that has been quietly forming for years — one shaped by patience, instinct, and a creative philosophy rooted in timing and trust. Across its 11 tracks, Synchronicity blends orchestra

J. Cole has released what he says is his final album, The Fall Off, after years of success. The double album debuted first on the Billboard 200 and is the follow-up to his 2021 album, The Off-Season. Debuting to positive critical reception, The Fall Off may be J. Cole’s magnum opus.

The R&B singer released a 15 track album oozing with attractive melodies and risque lyrics that are easy to gravitate to. Article Contributed by Monica Soriano Photo Provided by Universal Music Group A Strong 3rd Studio Album Ari Lennox’s 3rd studio album ‘Vacancy’ is a real gift to listeners. With only one feature on the entire project, everything relies solely on Lennox’s vocals. This is an album that can be played in the background for ambience or with headphones on to gra

The sibling duo lean into restraint, vulnerability, and unexpected sonic turns on their most exploratory project yet. There’s something quietly disarming about the way Nat & Alex Wolff approach this album. It doesn’t rush to impress, doesn’t clean itself up for easy consumption, and doesn’t pretend to be anything other than what it is: emotionally lived-in, occasionally messy, and deeply honest. This is not a record that begs for perfection. It asks for patience.

Madison Beer’s new album Locket feels like being let into something private. The album moves gently, almost carefully, through heartbreak and loss, never forcing big moments but letting emotion build naturally. There’s a softness to it that makes the heavier moments hit harder, and a sense that every track belongs exactly where it is. This is Madison Beer at her most vulnerable and most confident, all at once.

Alex Ray has the kind of origin story that sounds like a dare. Manchester, Kentucky. A home shaped by faith and learning. A path that led her to law school, graduating valedictorian, and into commercial litigation. On paper, it looked like an arrival. In reality, it felt like an erasure. “I was losing my hair,” she told us, remembering her first year practicing law. “I was working constantly. I just remember thinking, something’s gotta give.”

Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt & Ilana Bornstein Photo Provided by Ken Phillips Publicity Group David Archuleta is entering his jolly pop era and honestly, we’re obsessed. My Only Wish doesn’t follow the cookie-cutter “holiday album” formula. Instead, it feels like David took festive energy, sprinkled it with pure joy, and built a sound that could genuinely be its own genre. It’s warm, upbeat, and unmistakably holiday, but in a way that makes you want to dance around your li

Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Pop punk is alive, loud, and definitely moving back into the neighborhood. girlfriends’ new album THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD is the perfect mix of early 2000s nostalgia and modern-day edge. Think Yellowcard and Blink-182 colliding with MGK’s pop-punk revival. It’s fun, chaotic, and full of emotion in all the right ways. The record kicks off with pure energy. The singles “Landslide,” “Garbage,” and “West Coast” already hinted at what wa

Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt & Fernando Flores There’s a calmness to David Archuleta that feels almost luminous. Even over a screen, it radiates a gentle peace that comes from someone who’s done the work of rediscovering themselves. When he smiles, it’s easy to see that the joy he’s singing about isn’t just a theme; it’s a state of being. Photo Provided by Ken Phillips Publicity Group As the holiday season approaches, Archuleta returns with My Only Wish, a festive

Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Taylor Acorn isn’t new to the scene, but she’s definitely started redefining it. With her latest album Poster Child, she surpasses the expectations she’s built. The record feels like flipping through pages of her diary, every lyric blurring the line between strength and softness, heartbreak and healing. “Poster Child” delivers everything you’d expect from Taylor — upbeat, infectious melodies — but it’s the vulnerability underneath that hits har

Contributed by Fernando Flores Edited by Rebecca McDevitt, Managing Editor Images courtesy of UMG / °1824 A Steady Beginning Queen Naija is quickly becoming one of the hottest names in R&B. The Atlanta-based singer-songwriter has been wowing fans with her talent and relatable lyrics that speak to anyone who has ever felt love, heartbreak, or empowerment. But before she was breaking hearts and making hits, Queen Naija’s music journey started as early as three years old. Growin

Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Quotes and Photos Courtesy of Ken Phillips Publicity Group If you thought David Archuleta’s latest chapter couldn’t get any more vibrant, think again. The pop favorite just revisited two of his Earthly Delights standouts — “Crème Brulée” and “Can I Call You” — with brand-new Spanish versions plus a bilingual remix of “Crème Brulée” featuring Colombian alt-pop icon, Esteman. Fans might remember that “Crème Brulée” already flirted with a

Photo by °1824 / UMG Review by SoundCheck Mag Photos by °1824 / UMG Madison Cunningham has always felt like a painter who uses chords and vocals instead of brushes. The California-born singer-songwriter has long been celebrated for her blend of technical precision and emotional storytelling, and on Ace, she delivers what feels like her most cinematic and self-reflective work yet. A Grammy winner and master of subtlety, Cunningham has created an album that feels like walking t

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The Long Island alt-rock siren celebrates with a ritual-themed release show at Amityville Music Hall. Press materials courtesy of Jocelyn...