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Olivia Rodrigo Trades Teenage Heartbreak for Adult Vulnerability: Album Review of “you seem so sad for a girl so in love” by Olivia Rodrigo
The pop star's most nuanced record yet finds beauty in the contradictions of devotion, anxiety, and growing up. Article Contributed by Shyanne Vaden Album cover for “you seem so sad for a girl so in love” by Olivia Rodrigo Renowned pop star Olivia Rodrigo’s highly anticipated third studio album “you seem so sad for a girl so in love” was released on June 12, and has already taken not only her fans, social media but the world by storm. From her stepping on the scene with “Sour
Shyanne Vaden
7 days ago


Alex Warren Turned Cleveland Into a Family Reunion During the Finding Family on the Road Tour
On his sold-out Cleveland night, the "Ordinary" star, Alex Warren, proved his real instrument isn’t his voice. It’s the room.

LJ Portnoy
Jun 28


Tanner Grigoli Brings It Home for an Unforgettable First Headlining Show at House of Independents
For many artists, a first headlining show is a milestone. For New Jersey native Tanner Grigoli, it felt like a homecoming. Tanner Grigoli at the House of Independents in Ashbury Park, NJ.
Miranda Wyman
Jun 26


Seafret - Underground Radar: The Billion-Stream Permission Slip
When Atlantis crossed a billion streams on TikTok, Seafret didn't rush. Fear of Emotion is what happens when a band finally gets to make a record on their own terms.

LJ Portnoy
May 18


Underground Radar: Flwers Are Proof That Timing, Friendship, and a Little TikTok Magic Can Change Everything
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt & Ilana Bornstein Some bands come together through industry connections. Others start because a group of friends simply never stopped playing music together. For Chicago-based alternative pop band Flwers, it’s the second story. SoundCheck first discovered Flwers the same way a lot of fans did lately… scrolling through TikTok. Between honest lyrics, hook-heavy melodies, and videos that felt more like friends sharing music than a careful

SoundCheck Team
Apr 10


HOT TAKE: Nostalgia Isn’t the Problem, Staying There Is
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Let’s say the quiet part out loud. The reason so many artists are living off nostalgia instead of putting out new music isn’t just an industry problem. Fans play a role too. Across the industry, nostalgia has become the safest option. Anniversary tours sell out instantly. Full album playthroughs move merch. Entire festivals are built around who we listened to in high school. It works because nostalgia is powerful and comforting, especia

Rebecca McDevitt
Mar 6
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