Flavor Wave’s single, “The Optimist,” arrived less like a declaration and more like someone tentatively drawing back a dusty curtain on a grey afternoon. From West Chester, PA, these five lifelong friends – Kyle Loedel (vocals, lyrics), Matthew Stretch (lead guitar), Patrick Blair (rhythm guitar), Noah Montgomery (bass), and Joshua Speaker (performer/drums) – typically tread alternative rock paths nodding to influences like The Strokes....

Yes, she has returned, and yes, she has succeeded once more. This time around, however, she improved upon it significantly. Her skills and expertise are unquestionable because she excels at everything she does. Yemi Love, a Nigerian-American singer and composer, recently released a new tune titled "Only You (Abokoku)" in which she portrays love in the most charming way imaginable. She explores the finer points of...