Mike Stewart Theory’s new single, “It Reaches Us,” feels less like a piece of music and more like a strange meteorological event happening inside your head. You’re immediately dropped into a groove that has the smooth, shoulder-rolling confidence of 80s soul, but something is off in the atmosphere. The air is thick with a psychedelic haze, a sense of temporal displacement that is both...

"Pyromaniac" is the newest single from South London singer-songwriter Esari, and it's both distinctive and calming in its way. The song sounds great, representing a daring and enthusiastic honor! The song pays tribute to the powerful, alluring women who leave a lasting impression—the "hell-raising queens"—and their ability to evoke deep emotions in others. It's a stunning tribute to their captivating personality and captivating charm—the type that...