“Ligaya” by Eraserheads: A Celebration of Pinoy Rock and Nostalgia
The iconic Pinoy rock band Eraserheads continues to resonate deeply with Filipinos across generations, and one of their most beloved anthems, “Ligaya,” remains…
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The Long Road to the Rock Hall: Warren Zevon’s Quiet Masterpieces
More than two decades after his passing—and three decades after first becoming eligible—Warren Zevon has finally taken his place in the Rock and…
Charli XCX on Dark Cinema, Aperol Obsessions and Her Thriving Acting Career
Variety recently caught up with Charli XCX between Aperol Spritzes and festival appearances—specifically, as she was en route to perform at Norway’s Øya…
Tyla Takes Charge: A Global Star’s Journey From Amapiano to the World Stage
Variety recently sat down with Tyla, the 23-year-old South African sensation, in a Manhattan studio where she lounged in a robe after a…
Visual Kei Intro: 15 Masters You Should Check Out
Multi-talented singers and instrumentalists. Check. Great theatrical performances. Check. Extravagant and creative stages. Check. Masters of elaborate avant-garde fashion. Check. Music experimentalists with…
Charlotte Sands Dives Into New Era With Explosive Single “neckdeep”
Alt-pop firebrand Charlotte Sands has unleashed her blistering new single “neckdeep,” marking a bold evolution in her signature bratty hyperpop-meets-alt-rock sound. The track…
40 Years, 40 Songs
When I was younger, birthdays were a big deal. Friends would come over, and we’d spend the day getting drunk, free from the…
NewJeans Marks Bittersweet 3rd Anniversary Amidst Hiatus and Legal Turmoil, as Industry Reflects on Their Unfinished Revolution
Three years ago, on July 22, 2022, the K-pop landscape shifted seismically with the arrival of NewJeans. Devoid of the typical fanfare-heavy pre-debut…
Tune In: 10 Female K-Indie Artists You Shouldn’t Miss
K-pop and the Hallyu wave have been gaining popularity since the early 2000s. While many mainstream artists and idols have dominated the global…