By Oliver Heffron

“Fluidly switching instruments in their sessions, Blusher’s music retains the spontaneity of a slumber party recording session while presenting the DIY artists’ talents through innovative electronic production, infectious melodies, and lyrics that refuse to conform to expectations. All three members lead in this metaphorical teen rom-com of a band, creating a diverse yet cohesive sound that distills 2000s club nostalgia into dance anthems ready for 2033…Catching up with Nuance on a tour break, Blusher’s members–Jade, Lauren, and Miranda–discuss the band’s musical origins, unique studio approach, and impressive live performances…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Only a few releases in, it’s already clear UK R&B singer Nellie Charles has a rare combination of a spectacular voice and an affecting way with words. Combining an assertive, charismatic lyrical voice with a velvety smooth instrumental on her debut single “BO$$,” Charles infuses the core of classic 70s soul with the complications of the modern age, taking the listener through tribulating romances and breakthroughs of self-discovery…”

By Oliver Heffron 

“17-year-old Liverpool singer/multi-instrumentalist re6ce (pronounced “Reese”) epitomizes contemporary pop music’s DIY, alt direction with his saturated, summery beats and catchy, emotive vocal melodies. Sitting down with NUANCE for a recent interview, re6ce shares how he got into making music when he knew it was more than a hobby and where he plans to take his sound from here…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Fresco Trey took some time out of his holiday to catch up with NUANCE, where we discussed his upbringing in Memphis, developing his authentic R&B sound, and his putting together his new EP Detour…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Miami indie band Deux Visages may be new to the party but they’re already making heads turn. As they prepared to perform at the III Points Festival in Miami, the members of Deux Visages caught up with NUANCE to discuss the band’s origin, finding their sound, and adjusting to their sudden success…”

By Oliver Heffron

“While their carefree personality could fool you, Nashville-based singer/songwriter corook is a seriously talented musician. The nonbinary indie artist has risen quickly in the local scene with their style of delicate, whimsical melodies and quick-witted lyrics. Their most recent two-part project, serious person, sees corook present contrasting shades of thoughtful contemplation and intuitive expression in a charming journey of self-discovery…”

by Oliver Heffron

“oksurf sat down with NUANCE to discuss his first two projects, coming up in the current Atlanta rap scene, and how he built a solid foundation for the rest of his career…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Multifaceted artist Malachiii is developing a buoyant sound around his versatile voice and intuitive production process. Combining aspects of R&B and hip-hop into his brand of contemporary pop, the Southern California native has been finding new ways to channel his passion for performing into each new release as he colors in a diverse, optimistic portrait…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Alicia Creti has a special voice. Spontaneous and vulnerable yet polished and powerful, she clasps at her listener’s heartstrings through hazy emotional testaments about heartbreak, self-reflection, and the human condition…Creti sat down with NUANCE for a virtual interview to talk about her musical origins, suddenly turning her dream into a career, and where she’s taking her sound from here…

By Oliver Heffron

 “Reggie Becton sat down with Nuance for a virtual interview to discuss how he fell in love with music growing up, the cinematic inspiration for his new mixtape, and where he sees the vision going from here…”

By Oliver Heffron

“While preparing for their set at the upcoming OUTLOUD Music Festival at WeHo Pride, BIIANCO sat down with NUANCE for a virtual interview to talk about their musical upbringing, diverse influences, and vision for a UK-inspired renaissance in American dance music…”

By Oliver Heffron 

“Released today, Aqyila’s debut EP For the Better introduces the world to the Canadian artists’ contagious optimism and catchy melodies through a series of tracks that don’t shy away from change. Aqyila sat down with Nuance for a written interview to talk about growing up in Toronto, why she started making music, and how her passion suddenly became a career…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Flint’s Prophet Rio Da Yung OG returns with The F Tape EP, reintroducing the Michigan rapper’s relentless flow, hilarious punchlines, and unique perspective to a rap game heavily influenced by his gritty storytelling and chorus-allergic song structures…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Franco Colon sat down with Nuance for a virtual interview to talk about his creative upbringing, inspiration for My Painfully Sweet Paradox, and meaning behind the accompanying feature-length film…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Femi Tahiru makes music that glides under your skin. The Northampton native has been separating himself from other new faces in the UK scene with his distinct style of alternative R&B, mixing soulful vocals, dusty lofi drums, and saturated guitars into one ethereal blend. Femi Tahiru sat down with Nuance for a virtual interview to share how he got into music, created his sound, and where he plans to take it in the future…"

By Oliver Heffron 

“Emo Pioneer Jaxxon D. Silva sat down with Nuance to talk about his latest album NUMBSKULL and his innovative music video for ‘shooting in the dark’…”

By Tabb Carneal

“Tennis Courts appear antithetical to New York’s downtown music crazes, saturated with celebrity promotion and terms like “indie sleaze.” Instead, their earnest and schoolboy approach to crafting catchy rock music has garnered the band a following of musicians, artists, and locals looking for cheap thrills. Sitting down with me at a pub in Clinton Hill, Tennis Court’s founding member, and guitarist Pat Walsh explained that ‘we’re at a good place right now. We have a solid foundation…’”

Written by: Hunter Craighill

“Rising from the depths of SoundCloud, South Carolina native Dro Kenji has found a home in the emo-trap world with his prolific library with Internet Money Records and 10K projects….”

By Oliver Heffron

“British-born, Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Lily Williams knows how to hit a listener in the feels. Her debut project, How The Story Ends, paints an intimate and refreshingly sweet portrait of love through cinematic details of falling in and out of love. Lily Williams sat down with Nuance to discuss her musical upbringing, the inspiration for her debut project, and where her story goes from here…”

By Oliver Heffron 

“Nashville Singer-Songwriter Knox sat down with Nuance to talk about growing up in Ohio, establishing himself as a songwriter in Nashville, and becoming a solo artist…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Archy Moor is a natural MC. Only a few years after picking up the mic for the first time, the Nigerian-born, Dublin-raised artist has quickly exhibited a natural knack for lyricism and a distinct ear for production with singles like “I’ve Been” and “Have It In My Hands'' before releasing his debut EP…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Tony Williams plans to provide a new space for Nashville, starting the vol. 1 project to host events that celebrates musical exploration and provide a space for personal connection by celebrating one subgenre at a time. Creator and curator Tony Williams sat down with Nuance for a virtual interview to talk about his inspiration for vol. 1, his goals for “4r tha homies,” and the mission for the project going forward…”

by Oliver Heffron

“Indie rock band Surf Curse are riding their distinct indie-rock wave to a worldwide break. With a name inspired by a hippie uncle’s astral projection into hallucinatory hell and ultimate exorcism into devout catholicism, the band carves between the strange and familiar, filling tracks with head-banging, garage party riffs, and psychedelic introspection…”

by Oliver Heffron

“Joe P sat down with Nuance via Phone to share the inspiration for short film “If We Run,” the production process for French Blonde, and his upbringing in New Jersey…”

By Oliver Heffron

“What Kind of Blue Are You?, released today via Bar/None Records, paints a saturated, sentimental, and beautiful world of bittersweet, snow-covered melancholy through its tactile feel and dynamic songwriting. Winter, aka Samira Winter, sat down with Nuance via zoom to talk about her new album, her analog recording process, and her kind of a blue:”

By Oliver Heffron

“Ultraflex lightens the dancefloor to a dreamy cloud with their uniquely woven quilt of recognizable and esoteric references. Special-K and Farao of Ultraflex hopped on a virtual interview with Nuance from over 5,000 miles away to discuss their new album, Infinite Wellness, their influences, production process, and more…”

Written By Hunter Craighill

“Julian Edwards is the designer and owner of Pocket Nails, a fashion project in Nashville. Edwards is originally from Los Angeles, but moved to Nashville to pursue his fashion dreams and build the Pocket Nails brand. At 20 years old with already an online store and new line of clothing dropping soon, Edwards has a lot to look forward to as he grows the brand and builds out the store…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Utah-born singer/songwriter Justice Carradine took his time on his highly anticipated debut EP, What A Weird Dream, out today via Chosen Music/Atlantic Records. Justice sat down for a virtual interview with Nuance to talk about the long and fulfilling journey towards What A Weird Dream…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Baby Prince caught up with Nuance from nearly 10,000 miles (or over 15,000 kilometers) for a virtual interview to share how he first got into hip-hop, how he found his sound during the lockdown and the exciting future for Australian hip-hop on the global stage…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Zahir is a creative force to be reckoned with. The newly minted 20-year-old has been stacking up creative pursuits–from music to modeling; fashion design to international chess competition; creative directing and styling to directing films…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Fluidly switching instruments in their sessions, Blusher’s music retains the spontaneity of a slumber party recording session while presenting the DIY artists’ talents through innovative electronic production, infectious melodies, and lyrics that refuse to conform to expectations. All three members lead in this metaphorical teen rom-com of a band, creating a diverse yet cohesive sound that distills 2000s club nostalgia into dance anthems ready for 2033…Catching up with Nuance on a tour break, Blusher’s members–Jade, Lauren, and Miranda–discuss the band’s musical origins, unique studio approach, and impressive live performances…”

By Oliver Heffron

“On the duo’s first collab project, which plays on Future’s notorious producer tag for Metro Boomin, the veteran MC and trendsetting producer delivers a nearly flawless collection of cinematic trap portraits and auto-tune-drenched lamentations with WE DON’T TRUST YOU—a potent, carefully constructed exhibition of their patented sound’s visceral power and bittersweet melodic appeal…”

by David Williams

“Will Anderson and his band of merry men stopped by Chicago during their whirlwind tour for their critically acclaimed album Cartwheel…”

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! As spring blooms, our anticipation for fresh tunes escalates. Dive into the latest releases with us and feel the rhythm of the season. From indie gems to long-awaited releases, discover your new favorites and let the music carry you through the weekend…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Only a few releases in, it’s already clear UK R&B singer Nellie Charles has a rare combination of a spectacular voice and an affecting way with words. Combining an assertive, charismatic lyrical voice with a velvety smooth instrumental on her debut single “BO$$,” Charles infuses the core of classic 70s soul with the complications of the modern age, taking the listener through tribulating romances and breakthroughs of self-discovery…”

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope you had a favorable February and wish you a marvelous March. While spring is apparently still a few weeks away, there’s already an abundance of new artists blossoming into their careers this year that we just had to share…”

by David Williams

“Now, seemingly Idles has grown with the times. But, who do we now turn to for rambunctious soccer hooligan music Oasis?…”

By Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Friday, Nuance Fam! In celebration of the recent holiday, we’re expressing our love for our readers today by sharing some new songs that made us feel some type of way today…”

By Oliver Heffron

“BabyDrill is locked in. Since bursting onto the scene from obscurity in 2022 with “32 Freestyle,” the Atlanta MC has breathed much-needed life into the city’s rap scene with each new release. Returning less than a year after his breakout project, Babydrill proves he’s not a part of a fleeting moment but a dynamic voice with much more to say, and his new album, ScoreGod, is his best project to date…”

By Oliver Heffron 

“17-year-old Liverpool singer/multi-instrumentalist re6ce (pronounced “Reese”) epitomizes contemporary pop music’s DIY, alt direction with his saturated, summery beats and catchy, emotive vocal melodies. Sitting down with NUANCE for a recent interview, re6ce shares how he got into making music when he knew it was more than a hobby and where he plans to take his sound from here…”

Written by: Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday and Happy February! 2024 is off to a blistering pace, and with one month already underway, we think it’s a good time to hit pause and press play on some of our favorite new tracks... “

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Friday, Nuance Fam! Today, we’ve got a plethora of ascending talents starting the new year with a bang on their first releases of 2024. If it’s a sign of things to come, it’s looking to be a great year for emerging artists and new sounds…”

By David Williams

“This is the most happy Cudi has ever sounded consistently over an album. He slayed his demons now all he wants is some summertime adolescent high jinks…"

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Greetings, Nuance Fam! We hope you’re doing well and staying warm. With the new year less than two weeks underway, we thought it would be a good time to share some of our favorite up-and-coming artists set to make waves in 2024. From R&B luminaries to boundary-pushing singer/songwriters to innovative MCs, these artists are breathing new life into their genres as they position themselves to take the next step in their careers this year…”

By Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy New Year! We hope 2024 is treating you well so far, and that resolutions are all still intact. One of our goals at NUANCE is to keep you in the loop of the best new artists to watch as the year unfolds and keep up with the outstanding artists we’ve gotten to know so far. So first, we wanted to look back one last time and share our Favorite New Faces from last year…”

by Nuance Editorial Team

“It’s hard to believe but that’s it, folks, 2023 is coming to a close. While we wish you a Happy New Year and send our best wishes for 2024, we thought it’d be a good time to share our 30 Favorite Albums from this past year (in no particular order) before the clock strikes midnight…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Fresco Trey took some time out of his holiday to catch up with NUANCE, where we discussed his upbringing in Memphis, developing his authentic R&B sound, and his putting together his new EP Detour…”

By David Williams

“The Wind (Live and Loose) is the best of both worlds being the perfect start-up point for people who aren’t familiar with Lenderman, but it’s also giving his already fans something to jam out too…”

By David Williams

"Cartwheel by Hotline TNT is an album that brutalizes you in the best way possible with gigantic tidal waves of distorted guitars…"

by Nuance Editorial Team 

“Happy Nuance Friday! We hope you’ve had an outstanding Fall thus far. To help heat up the holidays, we present our favorite releases this week from intriguing new faces and established artists…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Miami indie band Deux Visages may be new to the party but they’re already making heads turn. As they prepared to perform at the III Points Festival in Miami, the members of Deux Visages caught up with NUANCE to discuss the band’s origin, finding their sound, and adjusting to their sudden success…”

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Friday and Happy Friday the 13th! We hope you’re enjoying this spooky season and celebrating with a flight on the ole broomstick or a ouija board night with the homies. In case you needed some new music for the exorcism or the costume party, we’ve picked some our favorite new tunes from this week’s musical harvest…”

by David Williams

“In the words of Drake For All The Dogs “contains some madness and badness…combination…”

By Oliver Heffron

“While their carefree personality could fool you, Nashville-based singer/songwriter corook is a seriously talented musician. The nonbinary indie artist has risen quickly in the local scene with their style of delicate, whimsical melodies and quick-witted lyrics. Their most recent two-part project, serious person, sees corook present contrasting shades of thoughtful contemplation and intuitive expression in a charming journey of self-discovery…”

by Nuance Editorial Team

“Happy Nuance Music Friday! We hope the change of seasons has been treating you well. To celebrate this wonderful 10980th day of September here on the internet, we humbly offer you our favorite recent releases from some local stars and talented voices from across the globe…”

Written by Hunter Craighill

“Fivio Foreign is one of those that adapts. The 2x Grammy nominated drill rapper teamed up with SOUNDRAW, an AI music generator on his newest single “Doin Me” which dropped along with a video this past Friday….”

Written by Hunter Craighill

“Today, 2x Grammy-nominated producer, Tank God, drops an accompanying animated video to his hit song “Eyes Up” with Miggy Dela Rosa. They released the track back on July 28, but even after over a month of circulating through TikTok, the funky pop earworm still hits…”

By Tabb Carneal

“I was attending the penultimate night of “No Label Academy,” a nine-day music industry seminar at Harvard University for the up-and-comers of the hip-hop genre. This was the event’s second iteration, bolstered by a notable list of rappers and sponsorships, including IDK, Nike, Jordan, Converse and Dior…”

by Oliver Heffron

“oksurf sat down with NUANCE to discuss his first two projects, coming up in the current Atlanta rap scene, and how he built a solid foundation for the rest of his career…”

Written by: Hunter Craighill

“As we come to the end of Black History Month, we thought it would be prudent to remember Highlander Folk School and its role in the Civil Rights Movement and the fight against segregation. Founded in 1932 in the rural Tennessee town of Tracy City…”

by Oliver Heffron

“Curated by longtime friend of Nuance Mia Scarpa and hosted by Los Angeles art gallery Spy Projects, “Mirror Show” synthesizes the work and vision of 29 artists into one dynamic space that combines the comfort of personal craftsmanship with the artistic precision found in the classic gallery space…”

Written By Hunter Craighill

“Julian Edwards is the designer and owner of Pocket Nails, a fashion project in Nashville. Edwards is originally from Los Angeles, but moved to Nashville to pursue his fashion dreams and build the Pocket Nails brand. At 20 years old with already an online store and new line of clothing dropping soon, Edwards has a lot to look forward to as he grows the brand and builds out the store…”

By Oliver Heffron

“FROMTHEMOTHERLANDS will be celebrating its two-year anniversary with the opening of the “LIBERATION” photo gallery in Nashville on July 15, 2022–featuring photography from Trusifuu and DJ sets from AB Eastwood and Gas!...”

By: Jane Grounds

“Kelsey Woods is a film composer that has decided to use her free time to create music inspired by the incredibly popular fantasy book series, A Court of Thorns and Roses, written by Sarah J. Maas. Kelsey Woods’ new song just released on June 22nd, entitled ‘To Keep You from Breaking…’”

By: Oliver Heffron

“Painter Mia Scarpa’s new solo show, MASSHOLE, idiosyncratically reclaims her exaggerated regional identity, combining anchors of cultural imagery with intimate settings which recreate the experience of recalling a sweet, personal memory within a moment of recognition…”

By Oliver Heffron

“While the expertly researched history is enlightening and fascinating, what makes Labatut’s book an unforgettable and powerful read is his careful employment of fiction to unravel and express the deep, haunting and universal mystery which lies just beyond the borders of a scientific equation and nonfiction…”

By Oliver Heffron

“...While the bright colors, festive content and glamorous features catch the eye immediately, it’s Lupton Reinhard’s masterful technique which keeps the viewer lingering in each work’s presence, eventually feeling the aching melancholy which, like the veils and leaves, shields itself within the technical virtuosity of each piece…”

“In her new show, “Generator” at Harkawik NYC, Pavlides injects a series of Southern California-inspired still-lifes and landscapes with dynamic surrealism, vitalizing the objects and scenes to create moments of delightful discovery and unsettling contemplation…” by Oliver Heffronn

By The Nuance Editorial Team

“Alright folks, here you have it. Here is our comprehensive list of the ten best young photographers based out of Tennessee in no particular order. Some of these photographers have worked with the likes of Isaiah Rashad, Kasey Musgraves, Dreamer Boy, and…”

“Hello World, the inaugural gallery show from Pietro Alexander and Sasha Filimonov’s Spy Projects, celebrates this time of renewal and transition with an impressive exhibition of talent, technique, and purpose from a group of exciting young artists…” by Oliver Heffron

By Oliver Heffron

“Fire in Little Africa commemorates the Tulsa Massacre’s Centennial through a hip-hop album that reclaims the event’s memory and celebrates the perseverance of Black Wall Street’s descendants…”

By Elizabeth Chandler

“Birmingham, U.K. native Wesley Joseph continues to single-handedly change the pace of the U.K. rap scene with his release of a new single and music video, “Ultramarine.” This single will come as the title track off of his upcoming project…”

By Justice Slone
”Yes, we’re having tortillas for breakfast and lunch, get over it! Trust me though, this one is worth it, and you’re gonna impress the shit out of your friends….”

By Mary Brady

“I used to collect stuff just like magazines, postcards, even like stamps, and I would stick them everywhere and it just got to the point, like being really Nike focused and working in the shoe shop as well I was just like oh I’m just going to make an Instagram, just like a finsta, like one that no one follows. […] And then it started to randomly brew and all these celebrities started following me and I was like ‘what the fuck’… ”

By Oliver Heffron

“Nashville streetwear brand Hutson drops their debut collection this Saturday, featuring a curated line that emphasizes uniqueness and their motto of limitless expression. Conceived in early 2023 by owner Cole Potter, the brand aims to inspire people to embrace their authentic selves and harness individuality through distinct designs that feel personal, not mass-produced…”

Written By Hunter Craighill

“Julian Edwards is the designer and owner of Pocket Nails, a fashion project in Nashville. Edwards is originally from Los Angeles, but moved to Nashville to pursue his fashion dreams and build the Pocket Nails brand. At 20 years old with already an online store and new line of clothing dropping soon, Edwards has a lot to look forward to as he grows the brand and builds out the store…”

By Oliver Heffron

“Zahir is a creative force to be reckoned with. The newly minted 20-year-old has been stacking up creative pursuits–from music to modeling; fashion design to international chess competition; creative directing and styling to directing films…”

By: David Williams

“This is only the beginning of the partnership between Yeezy, GAP, and Balenciaga. Kanye and Demna have yet again turned the fashion world up on its ear…”