A change in vocal character is a chance to explore a different musical direction, and Eylsia Nicolas embraces that possibility on "Where or When," a…

"Give it to the Sea" by Ania Vena explores the connection between human emotion and the natural world through the expressive possibilities of the s…

Chenzo V's latest release, "WHITE RABBIT," an alternative electronic rock song from the EP "FALLEN," is based on the idea of followi…

True happiness can redefine what you think of as success, and that's what Rajey explores on "Heavy Halo," an Afropop record about true love and…

A childhood memory can remain an emotional knot long after the time has passed. In "Seesaw Over the Top," a cinematic trip-hop song about childhood …

When you feel strong, the world can look different, and you shelve the usual worries and concentrate on the next rush. Sean Tymes aka (K.N.O.X) captures the he…

Tales of past victories can become complicated when used to justify present-day conflict. "Tide Is Turning" by Stephen Jaymes explores how countrie…

The holidays are supposed to be about togetherness, but those expectations can make things harder for people who feel disconnected from loved ones. B-Rad face…

A scary experience can change how a person views a normal day, and this idea inspired Antonio Adolfo to write "San Expedito,"  a piece from the 1988…

Confidence is often sold as something you can see, but The Space Cafe takes on empowerment more thoughtfully with "Super Gal." The pop single pays …

Most holiday songs are upbeat, but Aaron Thompson's "Sugar Cookies" is more contemplative. The Sacramento singer-songwriter-producer explores t…

We look at people's ambition and what they do, but we don't credit the years of hard work that made it possible, and that's what The Beat Generatio…