AP’s Staff Picks of 2019
We run through our favorite non-local albums, songs, and shows of 2019 from Tyler, the Creator to Black Belt Eagle Scout! What a year it’s been!
AP’s Local Faves of 2019
Oh yeah that did come out this year… We’re looking back at our 25 favorite local releases this year from Palehound and Pile to Red Shaydez and Lily Rayne.
Brandie Blaze: This Late Bloomer Is Worth the Wait
Boston rapper Brandie Blaze’s sophomore album “Late Bloomer” showcases not only Artez’s confidence, but her vulnerability.
Premiere: Nightworks Mixtape Preps Two Year Anniversary Show
Nightworks vol. 2 is a mixtape featuring a lineup of Boston’s best beatmakers, producers, and sonic adventurers, featuring contributions from Rah Zen, Daedelus, Loman, Dephrase, and more.
INTERVIEW: Lucy Dacus Talks Her New EP and Her Fantastic Decade
Lucy Dacus talks with us about her new EP, her great decade, and doing tarot with Lana Del Ray.
Video: Maryze Drops Witchy “B.O.Y.” Visuals
Maryze – our R&B pal from Montreal – has dropped a new witchy, woody video for her track “B.O.Y.” Check it out!
PREMIERE: Dad Jeans Drops Dreamy, Deadly “Bottomless” EP
Dad Jeans – based in LA by way of Boston – is back to release “Bottomless,” a new EP filled with neopsychedelic DIY tunes that embrace freaky experimentation.
Submit to the Localz Only Holiday Mixtape 2019!
We’ve teamed up with Disposable America & friends to put together this year’s installment of A Very Allston Christmas. Submit your holiday song to the mix!
November Tarotscope: Judgement
Staff writer Catherine Conley is here with your November Tarotscope and a playlist to get you through the highs and (mostly) lows of Mercury retrograde.
INTERVIEW: Julia Jacklin Explores Honest, Artistic Vision
Julia Jacklin returns, taking over Somerville Theater with her dreamy folk/pop tunes. We talk music video visuals and redeeming herself to Boston audiences.