Ava Valianti represents something increasingly rare in contemporary music: genuine precocity without artifice. This Massachusetts artist, who is only fifteen years old, handles general themes with a level of emotional depth that is shocking. She shows that youth can bring out the best in complicated human experiences, rather than hiding them. "Distant," her sixth single, functions as a sonic archaeology of friendship's dissolution. The track excavates layers...

It's important to give yourself a break and regroup every once in a while. It's a period that everyone goes through, and you'll need it eventually. "Recharge" is Wavey Days' most recent hit, and it's a true, groovy, and rhythmic hymn for everyone. The record serves as a reminder of the significance of taking a break from the commotion and distractions that are part of everyday...