The first listen of Haus of Sound’s new single, “Mirage,” is like walking into a room where a beautifully ornate vase has just been shattered against a wall. There's a jagged, crystalline energy here, a collision of theatrical drama and raw, modern discontent. Evolving from their 2000s tribute roots, the Everett band has synthesized the best of that era’s angst—the coiled tension of early...

Ghana’s Alt-Pop Princess, Anabel Rose, is once again showcasing why her name has, and continues to be a growing staple in the Ghanaian music scene. After delivering an emotional, And heartfelt ballad with “Imperfect Daughters” in March, Anabel is now flexing her musical versatility with her afro-jungle club banger “Blasé”.  In this song, Anabel redefines the word "Blasé," transforming a mundane feeling into a world...