YSB is more than just a catchy moniker. It is an acronym for “Young Self-Made Boss,” and serves as the mantra and continual form of inspiration behind Clayton, North Carolina native and Interscope artist YSB Tril. YSB Tril is building off his success in 2021 and is proving again in 2022 that he is one of the most captivating and unique up-and-coming artists in the rap game. He boasts over 15 million streams on his 2021 released debut project, HOTSHOT, and roughly 350,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.

The creative journey of singer/songwriter prodigy Jenna Raine is one that transcends the mediums of music, acting, and social media. Despite already having significant success in her seven-plus years in the industry, it was 2021’s TikTok’s sound “see you later (ten years)” that propelled the artist to unprecedented viral stardom. Less than a year after its initial release, the song has accumulated over 45 million collective streams, joining an elite class of pop anthems that have blown up with the help of the app.

The Light At The End of The Tunnel

Grounded in her spirit and guided by her heart, Sally Sossa is quickly taking over the hip-hop industry. At only 20 years old, Sossa has dropped numerous mixtapes, signed with Interscope Records, and released her debut EP Life of Sossa, in which “Star Song” feat. Lil Durk has become a viral hit with over 23 million Spotify streams. She is currently working on her sophomore project 4Ever Sossa, which is set to release this year and boasts features with Toosii and Flo Milli.

Talks “Never Go Wrong”, Collaborating With david hugo, and Favorite LA Foodie Destinations

Sunshine and good vibes are all that come to mind when listening to Pop Artist Nicky Youre. Southern California’s very own has taken the Gen-Z music circuit by storm since scoring his TikTok viral hit, “Sunroof ” with dazy, in 2021. The sweltering debut single has been streamed over 33 million times on Spotify is serves as the impeccable display of his ever-positive and optimistic songwriting. Youre’s collab with LAIKI, “Sex and Lemonade”, does more of the same. With music that serves as a perfect soundtrack to a drive down the California coastline, his streaming success comes as no surprise.

The Grammy Winner Writes Her Own Songs

Nija Charles is a young pop singer and ambitious musical talent with extensive music industry experience. At only 24-years-old, the New Jersey artist is a record producer, genre-mixing musician, and double-Grammy-winning songwriter. On January 28th, Nija dropped her debut solo project, Don’t Say I Didn’t Warn You, under Capitol Records. The album exposes the rawness of heartbreak while steering clear of self-deprecation. Her technical and historical musical knowledge propel her songwriting to the top of the charts. Combined with her contagious, self-assured spirit, Nija asserts her dominance in the pop, R&B, house, and rap scene today.

Is 10/10 With Latin-Infused Single “Hate Being In Love”

jame minogue’s new anti-love song is an instant classic for fans of infectiously catchy indie-pop. “Hate Being In Love”, the first single from the artist’s forthcoming EP Principe Azul is a Salsa-inspired banger brimming with timeless melodies and superb lyricism. Worldy songwriting is seemingly second nature to the artist, who remains heavily influenced by his Dominican-Irish background.

Talks New Video, Upcoming Mixtape & Bursting Onto The Music Scene

Since bursting onto the scene last year with hit single “Cheeky Bars,” 19-year-old Brighton, England native Riley Davis continues to stimulate listeners. The rap artist, best known as ArrDee, has had a year packed with hits and accolades, racking up over 200 million streams worldwide with his debut silver-certified single, “Oliver Twist,” peaking at number 6 on the UK singles chart.

The Indonesian rapper, singer, and producer offers a discography that’s fuses sounds of the R&B, house, electronic and industrial genres. Writing and releasing music from his bedroom since he was fourteen years old, Hue’s success has only multiplied over the past year. The Gen-Z sensation now celebrates over 750k monthly listeners, a devout fanbase, and legendary status as a part of Marvel’s Shang Chi: The Legend of The Ten Rings Soundtrack.

On Making Music For Real People 

The 24-year-old singer-songwriter Sam Tompkins’s serene voice flooded the internet with his ‘To The Moon’ cover and subsequent remix in the late months of 2021. While Sam may be a new voice to some, the artist started seriously writing songs around the age of sixteen in his parent's home in Eastbourne, U.K., consistently growing his audience ever since. Releasing his first song on Spotify in 2017, Sam built his platform to over 11 million listeners. His sultry voice and intimate lyricism establish his stop at studio sessions in Los Angeles with some of his lifetime music icons like Justin Bieber. 

Is Out Of This World: An Interview With The Artist

R&B Singer/Songwriter Marzz creates a safe space for her listeners through her sultry ballads and vulnerable lyricism. Raised in a religious family, the Louisville-native turned to music to navigate through the judgments she initially faced regarding her queer identity. This only made her stronger and more independent; not only has music allowed her to find self-love, but it also empowers her to help others heal. The raw authenticity she brings to her music is ever prominent in her EP Love Letterz, which features a humble nature that she is determined to retain throughout the growth of her career.

On What It Means To Be Human In Cold Places

Kajo – the California-based artist, producer, songwriter, and instrumentalist –embodies the mindful spirit that self-awareness is the key ingredient to understanding life’s chaotic recipe. Bending genres with an alt-pop twist, Kajo uses sincere lyricism, captivating riffs, and soft synths to convey universal truths about what it means to be human. Cold Places, Kajo's first album released under Logic’s Def Jam sublabel, Bobby Boy Records, dropped on February 25th. The album features eighteen existential yet truly comforting tracks that serenade the early cycles of life.

Tom Ferry is producing the feel-good dance tracks you don’t want to miss. The Liverpool, UK-native has been passionate about EDM since the first time he heard it, but grew up listening to a plethora of styles. Upon his exposure to house music, however, he quickly became hooked on producing and taught himself the basics soon after. With an assortment of subgenres under just the house music umbrella, productions by one artist often vary with each release.

Music, Film, Activism, and Life Since Disney

You may know Sofia Carson from her starring role in Disney’s Descendants franchise. Maybe you know her as a musician with billions of streams. Or perhaps one of her more professional titles: Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation, or UNICEF, or Revlon, ambassador. You could have spotted her in film too, starring in Feel The Beat, and Songbird, as well as starring in and executive producing Purple Hearts, soon to come out on Netflix.

Takes Us Through His Artistic Journey, From TikTok Viral 'Illegal Mashups' To His Groovy Original Beats

Everyone loves a crazy mashup with songs, and for Southern California native veggi, this concept has truly become second nature. Through what was once thought to be a fun pastime during quarantine, the artist’s viral “illegal mashups” on his TikTok account @veggibeats have provided a major boost to his production career and original music. Given his ear across all genres, it’s no surprise that veggi’s original tracks are absolute bangers.

San Francisco-based DJ/producer Nikita, the Wicked is defying the future bass and trap genres with his keen use of sampling and experimentation. The artist recently released his newest single “Lodestar”, which is the final track of a trilogy representing his interpretation of granular synthesis. The production technique, famously developed by Nikita’s biggest inspiration Flume, is executed masterfully throughout the set of songs.

Discusses The Guiding Forces Behind His Production Process and Gives His Authentic Advice to New Talent

One of the beauties of electronic music is the way instrumental tracks can transport you to a different headspace by experimenting with a diverse range of sounds, samples, and effects. Ohio-based DJ/producer Samsin is doing just that - “Really just the ability to create a whole other world is what I strive to do with music.” The 23-year-old Soundcloud enthusiast is raising the bar for up-and-coming future bass artists as he continues to stay true to himself when it comes to both creating music and his artist brand.

Three vocalists (Angie Green, Luke Brown, and Maci Wood) and four dancers (Jayna Hughes, Sasha Marie, Tray Taylor, and Drew Venegas) make up The Future X. The supergroup is the brainchild of Entrepreneur and Artist Manager Simon Fuller (American Idol, Amy Winehouse, Spice Girls), who spent the past year curating the collective in an exclusive partnership with TikTok. Talent discovery through the app has never been more popular, and the recent move sets a new precedent for the capabilities of the platform.

and his “Conversations With the Moon”

grentperez embodies the best parts of what it means to be a hopeful romantic: kind, intimate, sincere, and so adorable. The 20-year-old Filipino singer-songwriter began his musical journey in his childhood bedroom in Sydney, Australia with his aptly named YouTube series, 'Sing U To Sleep'.

Kate Stewart’s authenticity and vocal prowess are undeniable in her first single of 2022. Accompanied by an explosive, truth-telling music video, “Hate You” urges listeners to “trust their gut” while staying true to themselves and their emotions. This sentiment becomes clear when Stewart and her female counterparts are seen standing up against the predatory behavior of some decrepit-looking male monsters. 

COMES TO LA TO SHARE NEW ALBUM, “GHETTO GODS” PRIOR TO ITS RELEASE

On Thursday, February 3rd, EARTHGANG came to Southern California to share their upcoming album “GHETTO GODS” with 250 loyal listeners at an intimate setting inside the Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles, CA. As they prepare to share their beloved tracks with the world, EARTHGANG has been on an exclusive tour across the states (and upcoming, London) to gauge how fans are taking in their newest upcoming release.