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...

Jaffa-based artist Daniel Dor has unveiled a new track and accompanying music video from his forthcoming EP, "Crab Nebula". This Israeli musician, singer, and composer have transformed his sound from a grunge rock trio to a more instrumental, psychedelic, and occasionally dream pop-infused style. Daniel's musical journey began as a guitarist and member of the bands "The Brothers and the Animals" and "Sweet Peanut in the...