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...

Maswud Junior - Kontonkyi (Official Video) Released together with a Sean Lifer-directed video, the song’s visuals are laced with crisp shots that give viewers a glimpse of Maswud Junior’s side of town. The act is seen rocking the streets with his squad in all confidence and swagger, pushing the tightest of lyrics in the freshest of clothes. The video appears very organic with a touch...