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Band To Buzz About: The Aces

For fans of: COIN, MUNA, Haim There are so many things right with The Aces and we are so obsessed! We want you to be just as smitten, and there’s no doubt you will be once you listen to their infectious blend of indie-pop and girl power. Hailing from Provo, UT, Cristal Ramirez, McKenna Petty,… More »


Band To Buzz About: lovelytheband

For fans of: Foster The People, La Bouquet, NIGHTLY Indie-alternative trio, lovelytheband – comprised of Mitchy Collins, Jordan Greenwald, and Sam Price – have something most bands kill to have but not many seem to master: a catchy debut single guaranteed to get stuck in your head upon the first listen! You’ve probably heard the… More »


Artist To Buzz About: Vaeda Black

For fans of: Lorde, Bishop Briggs, Melanie Martinez 16 year-old singer/songwriter, Vaeda Black, is a force to be reckoned with! Possessing wisdom and talent way beyond her years, Black has everything it takes to rise to the top of the charts in 2018! First single, “Face Down,” may only be the beginning for the singer… More »



Band To Buzz About: LAYNE

For fans of: PVRIS, The 1975, Halsey LA indie-pop duo, LAYNE – comprised of Layne Putnam and Alexander Rosca – specialize in chilling soundscapes and unforgettable melodies guaranteed to ignite a serious case of goosebumps. The duo first started creating some buzz with 2015’s “Someone” and 2016’s “Good,” following up with debut EP, The Black… More »


Guest DJ: DWNTWN Shares The Songs That Inspired Debut ‘Racing Time’

LA indie-pop trio, DWNTWN, are riding high off of the release of their debut album, Racing Time. A culmination of singer Jamie Leffler’s struggles with losing her father at the age of fourteen to a heroin overdose to the highs and lows of being in love, Racing Time offers listeners a different approach to life… More »


INTERVIEW: Getting To Know Trippy Indie Duo, LEAN

The formation of indie-rock duo, LEAN – comprised of session musicians/writers and producers Stephen Johnson and Kyle McCammon – was destined to happen. After meeting as hired guns on a recording session, their partnership only grew, leading them to what we now know as LEAN. Specializing in trippy, indie vibes reminiscent of Foster The People,… More »



WATCH: Babygirl Share New Video For “Seth and Summer Forever”

Toronto dream-pop duo, Babygirl – comprised of Kirsten Clark and Cameron Breithaupt – have been on our radar since the release of their debut EP, As You Wish, last summer. At long last, the band is ready to release new material and their dreamy new video for “Seth and Summer Forever” is an homage to… More »


7 Things You Didn’t Know About Haim

Our favorite sister trio, Haim, have unleashed their sophomore record, Something To Tell You, this week and it is literally all we’ve been listening to on repeat! Catchy riffs and infectious melodies are their specialty but there’s more than meets the eye – or ear – with these ladies! Here are 7 things you may… More »


EXCLUSIVE: Vacances ‘The Wild’ EP Premiere

Brooklyn turned Toronto dweller, Vancances – the project of musician Danny Lannon – is ready to unleash his new EP, The Wild, this Friday, June 30 but we’ve got your exclusive sneak peek right here on Buzznet! Filled to the brim with summery, indie/alternative/pop gems, The Wild is your ultimate go-to party playlist as a… More »



Playlist: Stress-Relieving Tracks To Remind You To Take A Breather

We’ve all been there: stressed out to the point of a breakdown. It’s hard to unwind after being in the middle of chaos all day but it’s always worth a try. Luckily, there’s zillions of songs out there to remind us to breathe. So sit back, try to relax, maybe start a bubble bath and… More »


Artist To Buzz About: YØUTH

For fans of: Jimmy Eat World, The Maine, La Bouquet Nashville artist, YØUTH – the moniker of musician Julian Dente – has been popping up on zillions of Spotify playlists, and for good reason! The singer specializes in high school nostalgia, bringing us right back to where we were the first time we heard bands… More »


Band To Buzz About: Bay Ledges

For fans of: Great Good Fine OK, Kaptan, St. Lucia Los Angeles sibling duo, Bay Ledges – comprised of Zach and Georgia Hurd – first started as a little passion project but as their fanbase rapidly grows, it looks as if they will be a household name within the coming years. Relying on each other… More »



Band To Buzz About: Pale Waves

For fans of: The 1975, CHVRCHES, The Japanese House UK four-piece, Pale Waves, captured our attention with their hook-laden debut single, “There’s A Honey” – produced by none other than fellow Dirty Hit Records fam Matt Healy and George Daniel of The 1975. If you can’t get enough of their infectious indie-pop, you can catch… More »


Band To Buzz About: La Bouquet

For fans of: LANY, Dark Waves, The Neighbourhood LA dark-pop duo, La Bouquet – comprised of longtime friends Bryan Sammis (who previously recorded under the name Olivver The Kid) and Jake Lopez – not only have an eye-catching aesthetic but the ability to send chills throughout the listener’s body; a feat many bands don’t seem… More »


Band To Buzz About: Alvarez Kings

For fans of: Coasts, Beach Weather, Kodaline UK-based alt-pop band, Alvarez Kings – comprised of brothers Simon and Paul Thompson as well as Richard Walker and Sean Parkin – recently released their debut album, Somewhere Between, and have shared the stage with some of your favorite acts today including PVRIS, Echosmith and most recently, Melanie… More »



Band To Buzz About: ROMES

For fans of: COIN, HAIM, The 1975 Toronto-based alt-pop band, ROMES, captured our attention with their upbeat, summery vibes perfect for this time of year. After creating some major buzz with their Believe EP, the band is getting ready to release their self-titled debut album this year and if what we’ve heard so far is… More »


Artist To Buzz About: Dua Lipa

For fans of: Lana Del Rey, Alessia Cara, Charli XCX London’s Dua Lipa is on her way to indie superstardom – and for good reason! The singer first dazzled us with her brooding 2015 track, “New Love,” and has been churning out hits ever since, including “Be The One,” “Thinking ‘Bout You” and her recent… More »


QUIZ: Is It Michelle Branch or Vanessa Carlton?

It never fails, but for the past 15 years, singers Michelle Branch and Vanessa Carlton, despite their musical differences, have always been mistaken for one another. One started with a piano, the other a guitar. One walked ‘a thousand miles’ while the other was ‘everywhere.’ It literally does not matter whose picture is in front… More »



Playlist: Perfect Pick-Me-Ups For These Rough Times

There’s no denying that it’s a harsh life out there. From politics to social woes to school & career responsibilities, there’s never a shortage of things to worry about. We wanted to shut out all of the chaos for a bit with a playlist curated specifically for good vibes and perfect pick-me-ups on those days… More »


Band To Buzz About: MUNA

For fans of: HAIM, ACES, The 1975 If you’re not swooning over Los Angeles dark-pop trio, MUNA – comprised of Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin and Naomi McPherson – by now, you need to start immediately! The trio just released their debut album, About U, and we’re pretty sure it’s a top contender for all of… More »


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