This article is part of an Untitled Magazine series called “Expectation vs. Reality,” where we examine the hype surrounding popular projects before and after release, and examine whether they ultimately meet the general public’s expectations. The first part, “Expectation,” was written prior to release, while the second part below, “Reality,” was written after release. EXPECTATION…
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In a follow up to our previous article “The TV Shows that Define the Gen-Z Experience” we felt it was great timing to continue the conversation with a focus on music. If the defining characteristic of the collective Gen-Z mindset on television is breaking boundaries by ignoring them entirely, then what identifies Gen-Z music as…
https://www.youtube.com/embed/FyrsOD48_TI London-based R&B pop-songstress Sonia Stein has been hypnotizing global audiences with her live performances and poetic lyrics. Get ready to be entranced with her songwriting and poignant vocals in her new music video for her latest single ‘Passerby’. Her moving, emotional verses showcase Sonia’s classic background, while giving a nod to her influences including Joni…
The aesthetic of Billie Eilish is glittering darkness. She mixes lyrics about hopelessness with bright synthesizers and radio-friendly hooks. Her rumination on the macabre has led some critics to declare that she is part of the second iteration of the goth subculture first popularized in the 1980s, but the label doesn’t quite fit. Surprisingly, she…
Emily Warren is a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum songwriter who has written for artists such as The Chainsmokers, Frenship, Sean Paul, Charli XCX, Jessie J and Shawn Mendes. On May 5th, 2017, Emily independently released her debut single "Hurt By You," which received over one million streams in only two weeks. Emily's beginnings as an artist came…
writer in the dark A post shared by Lorde (@lordemusic) on Jun 5, 2017 at 4:28pm PDT When Lorde performs live, the raw power and emotion in her voice is like a jolt of energy that suddenly encompasses everything critics say about the recent nominee for the MTV VMA's 2017 Artist of the Year and her music:…
Miley Cyrus is celebrating NYC's pride month by releasing her new single, “Inspired,” that has a vision of unity in the presence of division and is a call for young people to engage in their communities. The song comes from her newest album that is due for release later this year. Miley announced the new…
With their latest release, Hey Violet proves that taking risks pays off. The band showcases a brand new sound in their latest video for the single, "Guys My Age." Directed by Sophia Ray, the 80's punk-inspired video takes place at California's Madonna Inn and Pink Hotel. The video represents Hey Violet's transformation from a punk-rock band to an increasingly trendy, synth-driven group.…
Sassy singer/songwriter and The Untitled Magazine featured artist, Elle King, recently released the video for "Good Girls," her track from the new Ghostbusters film. The track is also part of the Ghostbusters: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, which debuted on July 15th along with the theatrical release of the film. "I do what the good girls don't. I do what the good girls…
Singer and Untitled Mag cover girl, Banks, recently announced that the follow-up album to her 2014 debut album, "Goddess," will be released on September 30th. Until then Banks fans can get a dose of the singer by listening to her latest single, "Fuck With Myself" which was premiered by record producer Zane Lowe as his Beats 1 "World Record." On "Fuck With…
British electronic artist M.I.A. is back with an explosive new single. Last week, she released her new track "Go Off" and the accompanying video. The fiery track, produced by Skillrex and Blaqstarr, provides a beat that you can't help but dance to. Its video, which was directed by M.I.A. herself, features controlled underground explosions in the desert as she…
Calling all Beliebers! Missed out on your chance to buy Justin Bieber's Purpose Tour merchandise at one of his concerts? Lucky for everyone, the "Sorry" and "Love Yourself" singer teamed up with Barneys New York for an exclusive capsule collection of Purpose Tour apparel. The collection, which includes 31 pieces, was designed by Fear of God's…
French pop singer Petite Meller finally released her anticipated single "Milk Bath" and its eccentric music video over the past week. As with her video for "Baby Love," Meller once again shows her love of travel and culture. Shots from "Milk Bath" were taken in Germany and Senegal, while the song was recorded between London and Johannesburg, South Africa. The…
Everyone's been talking about British pop artist Mabel and her rise to music stardom. The 20-year-old musician already has multiple nominations, a tour with electronic group Years & Years and major festival performances, including the 2016 Glastonbury Festival, under her belt. In mid-June Mabel created a music video for the opening of the new Tate Modern building and its…
Actress and pop singer Selena Gomez can officially add major fashion house campaign star to her repertoire, as she has become the new face of Louis Vuitton, following in the footsteps of Jaden Smith and Alicia Vikander. Gomez announced the exciting news on her Instagram with a photo from the campaign. Happy to finally share my first @louisvuitton…
The world of music and makeup collides with the new Artist Rouge lipstick collection with makeup company Make Up For Ever, singing duo Icona Pop, and makeup artist Colby Smith. Make Up For Ever is going back to their roots as they cater to stage artists and the array of personalities across the world with this…
Continuing in her winning streak of girl power anthems, Charli XCX has announced a new single "Doing It" featuring fellow British babe Rita Ora. The forthcoming track, produced by Ariel Rechtshaid (Beyoncé, HAIM) and Mr. Rogers is a amped-up spin on the original version of the song. With fuzzy 80's synths, Charli's soaring vocals, and an entrancing hook,…
“I’m a perfectionist,” says British singer-songwriter Delilah. “I’ve grown to accept my perfectionism, but it’s something that makes everyone around me wacko.” The Paris-born Delilah has been perfecting her style since an early age, writing her first song at twelve and signing with Atlantic Records at seventeen. In the three years she spent writing and…
With her ethereal vocals and unique style, singer-songwriter Yuna is both an artist on the rise and a critical darling. Hailing from Malaysia, the singer’s fourth album, Nocturnal, was released last year to much critical praise, comparing her to the likes of Bob Dylan and Feist, which she too cites as some of her most…
Twenty-year old English singer-songwriter Laurel Arnell-Cullen, better known as “London’s Last Sweetheart” or just Laurel, was just another seventeen-year old college student, uploading her music onto the internet, when she received an email from Sony Music. “I remember when that happened, I started screaming at my mom – she thought it was spam mail. But, that…