The first encounter with Asta Bria’s new single, “Dragonfly,” is a calculated disorientation. For an artist who once cozied up to funk’s leisurely sway, this is a sharp turn onto a rain-slicked digital highway. The song’s intent for the dance floor is immediately apparent; a commanding, four-to-the-floor beat acts as a gravitational field, pinning you to the present moment. But hovering just above it...

A plethora of names may spring to mind when you think of the active indie music scene in Los Angeles. Nevertheless, Edie Yvonne, who is just 14 years old, is a force to be reckoned with among those. Edie's latest single, "Queen Bee," showcases a maturity and originality beyond her years. Edie did more than simply lend her voice to the song "Queen Bee," which was...