Exclusive interviews with rising and popular musicians in pop, alternative, hip hop, electronic, and every genre in between.
- EXCLUSIVE: Ryder Beer Steps Into the Spotlight with New Single “One That Got Away”
Ryder Beer is carving out his own space in the music industry as a multi-hyphenate producer and singer-songwriter, following in the footsteps of his older sister, pop sensation Madison Beer. Born in Long Island, the 22-year-old discovered his passion for music early on, starting with the drums. Although he earned a scholarship to Berklee School… - Up Close with Will Linley: How the Breakout Star is Creating Connections Through Music
Listening to a Will Linley song feels something like magic. The South African singer-songwriter has the ability to create dance worthy, anthemic tracks that encapsulate the euphoria of youth and coming of age. At the core of Linley’s success is connection. After taking TikTok by storm in 2021 with his debut single “miss me (when… - “Escaper” is an Invitation to the Complex World of Sarah Kinsley
Breakout artist, songwriter, and producer Sarah Kinsley has released three EPs thus far in her career. Her highly anticipated debut studio album, “Escaper,” will be released on September 6th. Kinsley’s first EP, The King, includes her hit track of the same title. Its magical crescendoed piano opening went viral on TikTok, overlaid on videos celebrating… - Still Woozy Expands His Whimsical World on Sentimental Sophomore Album “Loveseat”
Listeners first entered the whimsical world of Still Woozy, a moniker of Sven Gamsky, on his debut album “If This Isn’t Nice, I Don’t Know What Is.” Through lush, mellow soundscapes and lyrical depth, Gamsky created a psychedelic escape. On his sophomore album “Loveseat,” Still Woozy continues to build that fantastical world, as he explores… - PODCAST: Finn Askew Talks New Single “16 Dogs”
After listeners devoured his single “Aftertaste,” Finn Askew is satiating his fans’ cravings for more with his single “16 Dogs.” Growing up in Somerset, the UK-born singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer always dreamed of pursuing music. After his debut single “Roses” skyrocketed thanks to support from Taeyong of NCT 127 and Jungkook of BTS, it’s… - Sam Tompkins’ “Hi, my name is insecure”: How Vulnerability Led to Catharsis and a Chart Topping Debut
In under a week, breakout musician, performer, and songwriter Sam Tompkins’ debut album has already reached number 8 on the official charts. However, the success and power behind this project isn’t just in the numbers, it is in Tompkins’ feat of recognizing his own insecurities. Hi, my name is insecure is a vulnerable celebration of… - Michele Morrone Continues His Musical Journey with 477 Records: An Exclusive Interview with the Global Superstar
Renowned Italian actor and recording artist Michele Morrone is continuing his musical journey with 477 Records, an independent Tribeca-based label. Since 2020, Morrone has poured his heart into two studio albums: Dark Room and Double. This new venture is providing the multi-hyphenate with the freedom to continue to evolve and develop his authentic artistry as… - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Kacey Fifield on “Dream Girl” and Her Next Era
Columbia University student Kacey Fifield is living out her dream as a rising artist with her 2024 EP Nostalgia Haunts Me, which amassed over 700k streams in under four months. However, there is still something she is vying for: to be his “Dream Girl.” This aspiration is the subject of her latest single “Dream Girl.”… - EXCLUSIVE: Inside Yonny’s “Summertime Madness” and his Upcoming Project ‘Everywhere, But Always’
Seattle based independent artist Yonny isn’t known to stay within the lines. His distinct sound spans the likes of Khalid and Foo Fighters fusing elements of hip hop and alt-rock. “Summertime Madness,” the second single off Yonny’s upcoming project Everywhere, But Always, is an unconventional summer anthem. Inspired by a turbulent summer love, the smooth… - EXCLUSIVE: Rum Jungle Chats New Single “Did The Morning Let You Down”
Australian indie band Rum Jungle are questioning last night’s decisions on their latest track “Did The Morning Let You Down.” We’ve all had one of those facepalm mornings when you wake up and realize that the disaster of a night wasn’t just a horribly bad dream. Those lingering memories weigh heavy on your mind as… - Liana Flores is Timeless on Upcoming Debut Album ‘Flower of the soul’
If Flower of the soul were to be a plant, it would be a potato. “It’s nutritious,” Liana Flores told ECHO and 1824 in a recent press conference. With her debut album out June 28, the career of this Brazilian-British artist is only just starting to bloom. As a student at St. Andrews University in… - EXCLUSIVE: OSTON Tells an Important Story with Upcoming EP ‘Saint Rich’
This interview has been edited for clarity. “Honestly I feel like at the time I first started conceptualizing what a project would look like for myself and what I would be called, it was kind of trendy to do the all-caps pseudonym name,” OSTON says with a laugh. LA-based musician Austin Wolfe —— known professionally… - EXCLUSIVE: Elijah Woods Talks Navigating Grief Through Self-Discovery
Earlier this year, independent pop phenom, Elijah Woods surprised his worldwide fans base with a 3-track EP, silver lining. Originally an outlet for processing the devastating end of a friendship, the project has become a collection of anthems for others navigating grief and rediscovering themselves along the way. We sat down with the multi-platinum artist… - PODCAST: From Heartbreak to Headliner: Haiden Henderson Chats New Single ‘bleachers’
Millennials remember the satisfying karmic story of Avril Lavigne’s “Sk8r Boi.” However, rising artist Haiden Henderson is actually living out those pop-punk dreams with his new single “bleachers.” After breaking things off with an unsupportive ex, the aerospace engineer turned singer-songwriter found fuel in the heartache to begin his meteoric rise. Three years and millions… - X Ambassadors Revisit Their Youth On Fourth Album ‘Townie’
There’s no place like home, and for brothers Sam and Casey Harris, the sibling duo behind X Ambassadors, there’s no place quite like Ithaca, NY. Growing up in Ithaca, all the brothers wanted to do was leave. “I was around a lot of people, Ithacans who were always there, who would just settle there, never… - EXCLUSIVE: Daydreamers Chat Viral Debut “Call Me Up”
Have you ever scrolled through your FYP and fell in love with a random stranger? How about a random song? Users who were lucky enough to swipe on “Call Me Up” earlier this year discovered what has become the internet’s new favorite song, and band, Daydreamers. Falling head over heels for their 1975-esque sound and… - Embracing Self-Love: A Conversation with CLAY on Healing and Their Upcoming EP, ‘Waiting for God in the Garden’
CLAY (she/they) is learning to “water” herself first on her forthcoming EP, Waiting for God in the Garden. After losing herself in a difficult break-up, the alt-pop artist is rediscovering and embracing what it means to be CLAY. Through six introspective tracks, including “Think of You,” CLAY is finding love, validating feelings, and healing their… - ECHO EXCLUSIVE: Kat Cunning Bares Their Soul on “Heart of Gold”
“If you can be anything, be kind” – Unknown Kat Cunning has taken this quote to heart on their poignant new single “Heart of Gold,” co-written with Tracy Le and Ryan Hughes. In a career that spans Broadway, music,TV, and Film, Cunning has seen and experienced their share of stories. Often those accounts are a… - EXCLUSIVE: Nellie Charles Chats Her New Single “BO$$” and Knowing Her Value
Nellie Charles is setting the bar high on her bold new anthem, “BO$$.” Following her own “journey of self-discovery and self-respect,” the R&B newcomer has crafted an anthem for anyone who has ever felt undervalued. The release is accompanied by an intimate and confident video directed by BlueBoredom (Digga D, French The Kid). We chatted… - EXCLUSIVE: Exploring Jacob Collier’s Musical Masterpiece: Djesse Vol. 4
Jacob Collier is often compared to the Van Gogh of music, weaving intricate melodies with the same finesse as the artist’s brush strokes in “Starry Night.” His latest musical opus, “Djesse Vol. 4,” serves as a canvas where Collier paints a vibrant sonic landscape, inviting listeners to explore the depths of his creativity. In a…