Chela Upholds Beauty and Power in Queer Romance in “Hard 4 You”
Australia’s sweetheart and multidisciplinary artist Chela proves she is a true, hopeless romantic to the core with her liberating queer single “Hard 4 You.” Chela's forward-thinking pop sensibility is on full display on the single which releases alongside a playful music video with Chela incorporating queer romance into the video for the first time – a perfect fit for Pride month. Unpublished had the chance to talk to Chela on what capturing queer romance means to her, the inspiration behind her style in a new era of her career and what it means to be a true hopeless romantic.
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Olivia Rodrigo's 'GUTS' Pushes the Boundaries of Teen Angst
Olivia Rodrigo’s GUTS era is finally upon us. Never before has a teen songwriter been so forthright, forthcoming, honest, and vulnerable even as the sound itself becomes angrier, pop punkier, and dynamic. What makes GUTS shine so brightly? What makes it so heartbreaking? What makes it a rightfully deserving sequel to SOUR?
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Gatlin Meditates on Mourning and Heartbreak in 'I Sleep Fine Now'
Teaser: Gatlin walks through the stages of grief and takes listeners on a journey throughout her process of mourning her heartbreak in her latest EP release I Sleep Fine Now. Finding inspiration in celestial imagery, occult themes, and the power of the moon, Gatlin basks in the darker energy associated with relationships and grief. The tracks spiral through the process of heartbreak in real time, oscillating between confidence and doubt, spite and reverence. The EP ends with Gatlin's realization that after moving through the grief, she finds she can, indeed, sleep fine now. Unpublished had a chance to do an exclusive deep dive with Gatlin on the grieving processes of ending a relationship, the behind-the-scenes of her music videos, and what she’s looking forward to the most in her I Sleep Fine Now tour.
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Rising Artist Marlon Funaki Expands His Sound With Entrancing Single ‘As He Bowed’
Released on May 10th, “As He Bowed” is the latest addition to rising artist Marlon Funaki’s discography. Exploring the creative extent of his sound, Marlon dabbles in limitless genres, finding inspiration from funk to rock to ambient sounds. “As He Bowed” is Marlon’s exploration of pure energy and thrill, utilizing momentous storytelling that is felt through brisk yet impactful vocals and a danceable polish to the track. In a conversation with Unpublished Magazine, Marlon discussed his journey so far as an artist and the creative vision behind his newest single “As He Bowed.”
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Rising Artist a kid named rufus On Their Debut Album ‘whatever works’
whatever works is New York-based, Malaysia-born artist a kid named rufus’s debut album. Released on July 21st, the twelve-track project explores rufus’ first year living in the United States. Imbued with themes of love, growth, queerness, identity, homesickness, and more, the project illustrates the reality of young adulthood and the uncertainty that comes with it. In a conversation with Unpublished Magazine, Rufus discussed album art, growth, living in New York, and the inspiration behind their debut project.
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Finding Light in the Darkness: Tash Blake Releases Bombshell Debut “ATOMIC BLONDE”
Tash Blake has unveiled her debut EP ATOMIC BLONDE that is an undeniable confidence booster that is immersed in positive affirmations and messages of resilience and finding the light, even in the darkest of times. Tash combines her love for 60s mod aesthetics and electro-pop into a love letter to empower herself and her listeners. Unpublished had the chance to get an exclusive look on the inspirations behind ATOMIC BLONDE, Tash’s favorite affirmations and what listeners can expect next from her upcoming era of music.
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ROSIE Unlocks New Era of Healing, Acceptance in '5 Songs for Healing'
Singer, songwriter and Unpublished Magazine sweetheart ROSIE affirmed her healing and a new era for artistic growth and maturity in her sophomore EP 5 Songs for Healing that explores her five stages of healing in the most intimate way listeners have ever experienced ROSIE. The EP is immersed in positive affirmations and personal empowering manifestations from ROSIE that take on her spiritual practices such as meditating and grounding herself through journaling. Unpublished had the chance to collaborate with ROSIE once again and take a more vulnerable, deeper dive into the artist’s healing journey, an exclusive behind-the-scenes exploration of 5 Songs for Healing and her Healing Tour experiences.
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Why the Music 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Works So Well
From the costumes to the storytelling, it’s clear why Amazon Prime’s The Summer I Turned Pretty has so quickly become a staple summer classic. But it’s also obvious that one of the show’s biggest draws is the music, featuring artists like Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and even Fleetwood Mac. Even with these names and more, why does the soundtrack work so well? How does it shape the show’s identity and separate it from all the others? Why are we all addicted to know what song is coming next?
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We Need to Talk About Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has broken up with Matty Healy and the world is back on a corrective course – right? From the alleged relationship to her out-of-nowhere collab with Ice Spice, this latest era of Taylor is finally over but has left a bad taste in my mouth. As with anything else, this is about more than her dating life; it’s also about her white woman privilege, her sketchy history with social justice, and what she owes (and doesn’t) to the fans that trust her the most.
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Love You Later Live at the Moroccan Lounge
On June 21, singer-songwriter Love You Later, a.k.a Lexi Aviles, concluded her multi-city tour at the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles. In the darkly-lit, intimate venue, she stunned audience members with her dance party vibes, infectious energy, and honest and vulnerable performance.
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Foxtide on Their New Alternative-Garage Rock Single “Hold On”
Back with their first single of 2023, the SoCal garage-rock band Foxtide combines their love for alternative 2000s styles and the modern DIY scene in “Hold On.” Influenced by a wave of styles from Mrs. Magician to The Strokes, Foxtide is a band that can do it all.
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PVRIS Confronts Modern Culture with The Release of Their New Album ‘EVERGREEN’
Delivering a dynamic and electric sound, PVRIS’ release of EVERGREEN is truly adding a fresh and timeless sound to the music scene. The album explores themes of breaking free from modern culture and empowering female voices while exploring new sounds. Making its mark, EVERGREEN is packed with everything you could want from an album.
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Charlotte Cardin Releases New Single "Jim Carrey" and Announces Sophomore Album
Multi-JUNO-winning Canadian singer/songwriter Charlotte Cardin has released “Jim Carrey,” the fourth offering from her stellar sophomore album 99 Nights. Cardin gives us the inside scoop into the meaning behind her new single.
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Deb Fan Balances the Duality of Nature in Ethereal Debut EP ‘Gemini Moon’
Deb Fan explores duality in heartbreak and leans into chasmic emotional depths in her debut EP release Gemini Moon that is inspired after her moon sign in all of its beauty and chaos. Fan structures the EP by exploring feelings of delusions and fantasies, while voicing her authentic truth and emotions throughout her heartbreak. Gemini Moon is a striking nod to Fan’s new era in music. Unpublished had the chance to explore how Fan balances extremes in being a Gemini moon, advice on navigating heartbreak and conflict and the inspirations behind the EP.
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Sizzy Rocket Celebrates Queer Joy in “Mommy” and Rockshow in the Basement Tour
Sizzy Rocket welcomes a new era of her career with an unapologetic approach on “MOMMY,” her first single release since her acclaimed 2022 record Live Laugh Love. “MOMMY” is only the beginning of Rocket’s self-proclaimed “feral club rat era” that takes a deeper dive into celebrating her queerness, embracing losing herself to the power of dance and being able to take control of her artistic approaches. Unpublished had a chance to collaborate with Rocket since our Live Laugh Love interview last fall and talk more on the behind the scenes of her Rockshow in the Basement Tour, what fans can expect from Rocket’s new music era and the inspiration behind “MOMMY.”
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Mistine on the Release of Her Dreamy and Nostalgic New Single “GardenState”
Have you ever met someone that you feel like you’ve known your whole life? Released on June 15th, “GardenState” is New Jersey-based artist Mistine’s latest single that dives into the type of love that feels familiar and like “home.” Drenched in cinematic storytelling and charming vocals, “GardenState” hones in on that perfect, coming-of-age feeling. In a conversation with Unpublished Magazine, Mistine discussed her past year of touring, creative direction, and entering a new era of her music with the release of “GardenState.”
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Madilyn Bailey Encourages Healthy Coping Mechanisms on “Tattoos & Therapy”
It’s almost too easy to turn to destructive behaviors like texting an ex late or night or indulging in self-destructive tendencies. Pop star Madilyn Bailey encourages healthy coping mechanisms and releases “Tattoos & Therapy” that is a self-validating anthem that affirms positive choices. If you’re not into tattoos, then you can replace tattoos with any self-care and love attitudes and activities. Unpublished had the chance to take a deep dive with Bailey on the inspiration behind “Tattoos & Therapy,” an exclusive sneak peek into her upcoming debut album Hollywood Dead and how she tackles anxiety and chaos through healthy expressions.
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Pentire Welcomes Debut EP 'Now In A Minute' Live in Leeds
Majoring in telling stories of the trials and tribulations of student life, overcoming heartbreak, and growing up in small towns burrowed within the hills of the United Kingdom, Pentire’s debut EP Now In A Minute sounds even better echoing through a crowded venue in the heart of Leeds.
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The Aquadolls’ Sisterhood Charms Audiences at Chicago’s Spring Fling Tour
The Aquadolls make music for hot girls – it’s their driving force. The band is currently on their Spring Fling tour to celebrate their third studio album release of Charmed which is baked with love, magic and sisterhood. The Aquadolls play an intimate show at Chicago’s Subterranean venue and perform iconic throwbacks from the early 2000s, new fan favorites from Charmed, while exuding a playful, whimsical energy throughout the set. Unpublished also had a chance to conduct an exclusive backstage interview before the show to catch up on all things Charmed, how Spring Fling has been treating the band and how they sustain their signature high-energy throughout their shows.
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Nashville Based Artist BIZZY Opens up About Relationships and Growing Up in Cheeky New Single “My Age”
Released on June 2nd, “My Age” is the new addition to Nashville-based artist BIZZY’s discography. After being launched to the spotlight from her debut single “Anybody,” BIZZY has amassed a following that is in tune with her witty lyricism and unforgettably catchy indie-pop feel. Her fifth single “My Age” is an open recollection of one of BIZZY’s past relationships with someone who was much older than her. In a conversation with Unpublished Magazine, BIZZY introduced us to her creative processes and the resonating story behind her latest single “My Age.”
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