The internet has transformed the way we experience the world, but with constant connection has come a new kind of pressure.  “Rise” composed by Kate Stanford explores that uneasy reality, looking at the anxiety, hostility and separation that can grow in a culture shaped by timelines, trending topics and endless digital conversations. At a time when outrage can travel faster than understanding, “Rise” feels particularly relevant....

Raquel Ramos really mixes it up on her single "Advice," drawing from what feels like a whole generational Rolodex of music. You've got that 90s alt-rock edge, some pure pop earnestness, and hints of R&B soul woven through it. And the song itself (from Ramos, who used to be Sirena Sol) doesn't hit you softly; it feels more like the surprise of finding a...