Jacob Barrett completely dismantles the illusion of composure on his stunning new single, "Here I Go Again." At first blush, the San Francisco multi-instrumentalist sets up a relatively subdued, rhythmic bounce. It feels like measured, perfectly pleasant indie pop. https://open.spotify.com/track/4YHQAeYRcroBAogGz5iGFY?si=da5f0ca325ad4cc4 But that steady facade is incredibly fragile. The lyrics dive headfirst into the messy, alienating reality of living with a chronic illness. Barrett captures the specific...

Something is refreshing about a song that instantly puts a smile on your face, and Cam Blair’s newest single, “Perfect,” does exactly that. At a time when music constantly evolves with new trends, the rising artiste takes listeners on a nostalgic ride while keeping one foot firmly planted in the present. With "Perfect", Cam Blair taps into the carefree spirit of early 2000s pop rap, a...