You’ve Got Mail: A Virtual Interview with LAIVY

Staff writer Ally Giust interviews eighteen-year-old pop artist LAIVY via email, and the two chat about everything from producer collaborations to the inspiration behind his latest release “Serenity.”

Interviews, FeaturesAlly GiustDecember 26, 2023Pop

The Wildmans On Their Debut Album And More Music To Come

From the mountains of Floyd, Virginia, The Wildmans are bringing the core of Appalachia to Boston roots music. Staff writer sat down with the brother and sister duo, Elisha and Aila Wildman, to chat about their music journey, songwriting process and what’s coming up next.

Features, InterviewsRoxie JenkinDecember 22, 2023Appalachia, boston, blues, Folk, rock, americana

KARSON. Talks Authenticity, Mental Health and Their Mom

Staff writer Maya Eberlin sits down with agender glam rock artist Karson. to talk all things queer, mental health and family.

Features, culture, InterviewsMaya EberlinDecember 16, 2023glam rock, boston

Olive Klug Is Folk Reimagined

Olive Klug is a folk artist, instrumentalist and creative who is reimagining the genre and crafting their own unique story.

Interviews, Features, cultureDaphne BryantDecember 14, 2023Folk, TikTok, queer

Kristiane Talks Sonic Experimentation, Love Advice and Boston Connections

Online director and staff writer Daphne Bryant sits down with L.A. based indie artist Kristiane and talk about everything from wrapping up tour to feeling all the feels and connecting through music.

Features, InterviewsDaphne BryantDecember 8, 2023Indie

Bentley Robles Isn't Afraid To Be Called An "Ugly Crier"

Mexican-American and queer pop artist Bentley Robles aims to bring proper representation and energy to his music and performances — represented in his newest EP, UGLY CRIER.

Features, Interviews, reviews, cultureIzzy AstutoDecember 5, 2023queer pop, Latinx

Rainstorms or Sunshowers with Couch the Band

Staff member Izzy Astuto sat down with Couch, a Boston-born band undefined by just one genre. Their sophomore EP, Sunshower, demonstrates this like no other, a mix of pop, soul, and R&B to create a vibe-y, fresh sound.

Interviews, Features, reviewsIzzy AstutoDecember 1, 2023boston, Pop, R&B

Anna Shoemaker Talks New Album and The Progression of Her Sound

Staff member Annaliese Baker sits down with rising indie musician shortly after her Boston show in October to talk all things tour, her creative process and her next album.

Features, InterviewsAnnaliese BakerNovember 30, 2023Indie

Women in Music: Beauty and the Beast

Numerous trailblazing musicians are women, but many go unseen and unheard. Staff writer Roxie Jenkin showcases a small portion of the riveting Boston music scene that promotes intersectional bands fronted by women.

culture, InterviewsRoxie JenkinNovember 19, 2023women in music, frontwomen, intersectionality

Talking TikTok and "Sofia I'm Sorry" With Jesse Detor

Berklee musician Jesse Detor is a champion of girlrock and queer storytelling who uses her online platform to further a musical connection with fans.

Features, Interviews, On TrendIzzy AstutoNovember 15, 2023Berklee, girlrock, TikTok

Danny Davis of Husbands Discusses CUATRO, Tour and Finally Quitting His 9-5 Job

Co-editor-in-chief Alexa Maddi chats with Husbands’ frontman Danny Davis about new album CUATRO, recent shows, adulting advice and Boston record store recommendations.

Features, InterviewsAlexa MaddiNovember 9, 2023beach pop, garage rock, INDIE ROCK

Towa On Tour: An Interview With Towa Bird ft. Reneé Rapp and Alexander 23

FCS writer and photographer Ally Giust sits down with the Hong Kong-born indie rocker, Towa Bird, amid her whirlwind journey as one of the openers of the Snow Hard Feelings tour with Reneé Rapp and another special guest.

Features, InterviewsAlly GiustNovember 8, 2023towa bird, Renee Rapp, alexander23, sad girl indie, queer, lesbian indie

Sam Hansell Talks New and Nostalgic Nighttime Album Inopia

At just 19 years old, Ontario-based Sam Hansell has released one of the most inventive indie rock debut albums of the year: Inopia.

Interviews, reviewsDaphne BryantNovember 6, 2023INDIE ROCK

Chappell Roan Talks Boston Show, Debut Album, and More

Staff writer Megan Richards sits down with Chappell Roan, the midwest princess herself, and gets the scoop on all things writing, costumes and Missouri.

Features, Interviews, culture, highlightMegan RichardsNovember 3, 2023Chappell Roan, pop

Singer-Songwriter ella jane Shares Her Roots and Wisdom

Musician ella jane sits down for a chat about transcending genre, getting back to her NY roots, songwriting and touring in the UK.

Features, InterviewsDaphne BryantNovember 2, 2023Indie Pop, Ella Jane

An Interview with Maude Latour

FCS’ very own Tara Byrne sat down with pop princess Maude Latour for a special interview.

InterviewsTara ByrneOctober 31, 2023Maude Latour, Indie Pop, electro pop

Hallway’s Latest Single ‘Last Time’ Radiates Nostalgia Through Every Note

The synchronicity between the members of the band Hallway, Tanvi Das, Gabe MT, Declan Hogan, Felix Ward, and Joey Kane is not only evident in their music, but in everything they do.

Features, reviews, InterviewsRachel HackamOctober 26, 2023INDIE ROCK, Band

aleksiah on Channeling Feminine Rage

When it comes to new music, 23-year old musician aleksiah is all about experimenting with feminine rage and letting her bottled up emotions run wild.

Features, Interviews, cultureDaphne BryantOctober 24, 2023experimental, australian, Feminism