After a long absence, we return to reacquaint you with another gifted vocalist; her name is Rukmani, and we are confident that you will adore her music. The latest tune by the Nigerian singer, "No Social Media," serves as an initial proclamation and encouragement for those who have felt the stifling grip of societal expectations. She has reclaimed her independence, self-esteem, and the strength to reject...

Kent Owens, a name that sounds like it should be on a library card next to “Hemingway,” but instead it's on the digital shelf next to my slightly messy playlist. This Cambridge-based creator of soundscapes – I’m resisting calling them songs, but…well – just released “Fade Away,” a single that feels like an open window after a long winter. It’s a soft rock hum...