It's almost that time of year again, when the air becomes crisper, people start decorating their homes with lights, and Rehya Stevens appears on our playlists. Her most recent hit, "Early Winter," is more than just a song; it's a warm, cold hug that makes people think of their best times. Rehya is a storyteller who emphasises the human spirit in addition to being a singer....

Empty Pinata – remember LA Rodriguez? – serves up the single "Bonfire," and honestly, the air changes slightly when you play it. It’s less like passively listening and more like discovering a singed diary page fluttering down a quiet street. The music itself is this curious contradiction, wrapping harrowing emotional shrapnel in the comforting gauze of indie-pop, flecked with soft rock warmth. A strangely...