Gracing the cover of our tenth print issue, Lolo Zouaï dives deeper into the world of PLAYGIRL.
At just the tender age of 20, you’d be forgiven for thinking that singer-songwriter Budjerah might still be finding his feet as an artist. But don’t mistake the young Australian’s soft-spoken demeanour for timidity - he’s quietly ambitious, and only just getting started.
Since the release of her critically acclaimed debut album, Overgrown, Wrice has established herself as a refined songwriter — penning feelings of maturity and growth in the most vulnerable yet accessible way — in return gaining a loyal fan base that supports and awaits her every move.
LISTEN Magazine warmly welcomes Anna of the North as our last digital cover star of 2022.
The powerhouse pop artist has graced stages across the globe with her signature bittersweet bangers. Before logging into the virtual world she created on her sophomore album PLAYGIRL, the cybernetic pop star was a girl hustling to make it in New York City.
After five years of releasing music as a signed recording artist, pop prodigy Tei Shi returns fully independent with a fresh perspective on trusting herself and following her intuition.
For the past few years, Scotland-bred producer Sam Gellaitry has been riding the wave of consistent success since his breakout Escapism EP in 2015. From a young age, the rising star has been experimenting with eclectic sounds as if it was second nature.
In the past four years, since his breakthrough hit “Straight Rhymez” exploded on the UK rap scene, the 22-year-old has accomplished beyond what the average 20-something can fathom dreaming nevertheless achieving.
Toronto’s newest shining star Dylan Sinclair has continually been making headway in the R&B scene; with his alternative style generating an ever-growing fanbase and support from his city.
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Q+A: SixSaidIt
Having roots in the UK, Atlanta, New York, and more, not many artists are as diverse and gifted as the British-Nigerian-born rapper SixSaidIt, who has been able to take her various backgrounds into an ever-expanding sound. Her latest project, Outside I, was a testament and example of how much she can push the boundaries of music.
Q+A: Monét Ngo
Talent and artistry can come from when you least expect it; And in this case, even in a classroom. Monét Ngo is the Vietnamese-American schoolhouse rockstar who has steadily been growing a name for himself — for his stand-out style.
Digital Cover: Dylan Sinclair
Toronto’s newest shining star Dylan Sinclair has continually been making headway in the R&B scene; with his alternative style generating an ever-growing fanbase and support from his city.
Boslen Talks His Latest Release, Gonzo
Boslen, Vancouver’s very own experimental artist and creative genius, has released yet another electrifying and empowering masterpiece, Gonzo. We chat with the rising star about his latest EP along with what’s next on his agenda for a global takeover.
Q+A: Cloe Wilder
Not many people have the talent that the young singer-songwriter Cloe Wilder possesses. Cloe has a unique ability to take elegance and tragedy all into a melancholy pop sound that has drawn comparisons to the likes of Lana Del Ray.
Q+A: Richie Quake
Richie Quake is one of Brooklyn’s finest artists. Now, the multi-talented and versatile singer is ready to release his debut album, I Want Some!, a true view into the prosaic life of the Brooklyn Baby. Before the release of his debut, we were able to sit down and speak to Richie about his collaborations, inspirations, and more.
Q+A: Selina
Meet Dreamy R&B singer/songwriter Selina. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, at 20-year-old wants you and her to avoid feeling uncomfortable in being open. Selina is all about expressing vulnerability through her music.
Q+A: Budjerah
Rising Australian singer-songwriter Budjerah released his highly anticipated sophomore EP, Conversations. The project is an introspective look into the artist’s thoughts, feelings, and emotions, combined with a powerful tension in its clash of electro-R&B production and emotive lyricism.
Q+A: Isaac Zale
Vancouver B. C’s own Isaac Zale is an independent artist taking his time in his journey to crafting his own lane. This 24-year-old rapper/music engineer is taking what it means to be a DIY artist being an independent rapper, producing his own music, while running his own record label Burgundy Soul.
Jan 2022: Elujay
We got the chance to kick it with our January cover star to discuss his debut album Circmvnt and what it means to him, Black Joy, his love for 2000s music, and the various genres that inspired his debut project.
Q+A: JORDY
With a blend of relatable lyrics and melodies that feel like a summer evening road trip, JORDY’s newest album, Mind Games, captures the feelings of hope, loneliness, love, and the murkiness of reconciling them all together. We connected with JORDY over email to get a glimpse into his inspiration, tour details, and more.
Q+A: Ferdous
We had the pleasure of chatting with Ferdous via email about the release of his latest single “Wasteland,” along with the release of his forthcoming EP.
Q+A: Sally Boy
By mixing lyrics of heartache with an undeniably upbeat energy, Sally Boy manages to uncover a hidden innocence in angst. He puts a positive spin on your typical rejection story, creating refreshingly lighthearted records that are as relatable as they are catchy.
Q+A: Sarina
R&B songstress Sarina releases Glass Paradise Deluxe, the extended edition of her acclaimed 2020 EP, giving fans a deeper glimpse into the rising star’s world. The deluxe edition kicks off with the EP’s original three tracks, which showcases Sarina guiding the listener through the different phases of love and all the emotions enveloped within it. The project explores uncharted territory with pop-infused sounds and styles that truly showcase Sarina’s dynamic range.
Q+A: LAKE!
With the release of his latest track, “Circus,” LAKE! proves he is only just getting started. From Los Angeles, CA, the 18-year-old producer and rapper isn’t looking to steal your attention with only his amusing beats and open, honest lyrics; his visuals will also take you for an unforgettable ride.
Q+A: SWAINE DELAGO
Fusing his background in chill electronic music with a more recent fascination of catchy pop, Swaine Delgado puts his own twist on laid-back tunes with his latest EP, Brushed. His soothing vocals melt seamlessly into layers of upbeat yet dreamy instrumentals, encapsulating listeners in a trance of rhythmic paradise.
Q+A: JAYDE
Jayde is a singer-songwriter based out of Toronto, Canada. Growing up, the rising star always knew she was meant to be an artist; Jayde remembers writing songs as a young child and listening to the radio wanting to release music of her own someday. Now, after three years, the 21-year-old has finally released her debut EP titled sad songs about sad things.
Q+A: NOAH JACK
Meet 20-year-old emo-pop producer-artist Noah Jack, who recently dropped a new track “ANGST”. After making the decision to leave fashion school, he started to dedicate his time to writing and recording music. Thankfully for us, that has led to the release of three amazing singles that are sonically unlike anything else out right now.
Q+A: OSCAR LOUIS
Oren Lefkowitz, who releases music under the alias Oscar Louis, is a singer/songwriter based out of Montreal. Growing up, he spent most of his time listening to some of the greats like Carole King and Simon & Garfunkel, but Louis had his first experience creating his own music as a part of an R&B group.
Q+A: DAVA
Following the success of her latest track “ASOS,” DAVA is back with a new single titled “New Ceilings” via Disruptor Records. The song touches on the struggles DAVA faced early on in her career, moving to Los Angeles and riding the line between being a starving artist and a buzzing newcomer.
ISSUE 007
Bright ambition: the rise and rise of Cautious Clay.
