Two years after her critically acclaimed EP Southern Delicacy , Jai’Len Josey is serving up a fresh music era with “New Girl,” released via Def Jam Recordings. The Atlanta-born artist flexes her evolving sound and production prowess on the sultry, genre-bending track, fusing R&B and UK Garage into the irresistible single. The Broadway alum doesn’t skimp on the vocals either, riding through intricate runs without missing a beat. We caught up with her during rehearsals to talk about “New Girl,...
Jun 17, 2025•28 min
Listening to a Vacation Manor song feels like stepping into the soundtrack of a coming-of-age film, melodies steeped in nostalgia and hope, with lyrics that echo a main character’s voiceover, eloquently capturing life’s pivotal moments. The indie-rock duo’s latest EP, Back To Town , arrives on the heels of some of their most meaningful milestones, from celebrating a decade as a band to embracing fatherhood. ECHO sat down with guitarist and vocalist Nathan Towles to talk about the making of the E...
May 17, 2025•31 min
With a distinctive sound and a passion for storytelling, Kaleb Cohen is quickly making a name for himself in the indie-folk scene. Drawing inspiration from a diverse musical upbringing and his experiences as a young artist navigating the industry, Kaleb brings a fresh yet nostalgic feel to his music. As he gears up for the release of his latest single, "Cherry Trees," we caught up with him to chat about his journey, creative process, and what’s next on the horizon. Stay connected with ECHO: ...
Mar 07, 2025•26 min
Following the release of her 2023 album “Wisconsin,” alt-pop artist Carlie Hanson was unexpectedly dropped from her record label. Unmoored, Hanson felt defeated and lost. LA no longer had the same allure, and the Midwest didn’t feel like home. Yet, despite the uncertainty, her love for music refused to let her walk away. Undaunted and inspired by the empowering words of her peers, the multi-talented artist continued to pour herself into her diary-like songs. The tracks were a reflection of her o...
Feb 25, 2025•33 min
Home is anywhere you find Ben L’Oncle Soul. Whether in the studio or on stage surrounded by fans, music is where the multi-platinum French soul artist feels most at ease. He channels that warmth into his irresistible new single, “I GOT HOME,” which he describes as his “ode to joy.” Produced by Danny Van ‘T Hoff (Smino, Earthgang) and Bastien Cabezon, the track captures the exhilaration Ben feels on stage as his soulful vocals groove along a retro R&B bassline and gospel-inspired harmonies. O...
Feb 12, 2025•23 min
Tiger La Flor is leaving all her worries in the rearview with her cinematic new single "HEAVEN IS A HARLEY.” Inspired by the liberating end of a toxic relationship, the nostalgic and empowering anthem roars to life with its fresh Americana sound reminiscent of early Lana Del Rey. The song serves as the triumphant “closing credits” to a larger EP, which also features previously released single, “LASSO THE MOON,”a tribute to her own parent’s love story. The EP brings listeners along for the ride a...
Jan 20, 2025•23 min
Inspired by the curiosity and determination of bildungsroman Alice and her adventures in Wonderland, Emei is descending into her own mad metamorphosis on her new EP RABBITHOLE . Following the success of her debut album, SCATTERBRAIN , this EP serves as a continuation of her brand of alt-pop confessionalism. Across five tracks, Emei unapologetically dives into her own struggles with anxiety, insecurity, and relationships. On our latest episode of ECHO - The Podcast, we sat down with Emei to chat ...
Dec 31, 2024•28 min
On December 31, 1999, the world was on edge about a possible technological shutdown. Due to a programming bug that only allowed the last two digits of the year to update, people theorized that a society that relied on technology would fall into complete disarray when the date failed to change at the turn of the millennium. Much to people’s relief, the “Y2K Bug” caused minimal disruption. However, what if the widespread panic had been warranted? Kyle Mooney and Evan Winter imagine a possible doom...
Dec 06, 2024•21 min•Ep. 107
Jason Fernandes may have grown up chasing soccer goals, but today, he’s scoring big on the small and silver screens. Hailing from Vancouver, this charismatic actor, who many compare to a young Ralph Macchio, is rapidly making a name for himself in Hollywood. From his early days as a shy boy with a love for sports and choir to his breakout roles in Fire Country and Cruel Summer , Jason’s journey is a testament to resilience and reinvention. His latest project, TUBI’s Sidelined: The QB and Me , is...
Dec 05, 2024•14 min•Ep. 106
On her debut EP, Baby Teeth Zoe Ko began to expose the mean girls who made her high school experience miserable. On her unapologetic pop anthem, “Kiss My (Ah),” Ko is continuing to cut her musical teeth and tell her side of the story. On our latest podcast, the New York native took a break from supporting UPSAHL on the “Melt Me Down” tour to chat about the feisty single, its music video, and what fans can look forward to next. Stay connected with ECHO: Instagram...
Nov 01, 2024•20 min
Alt-pop band The Strike have announced their forthcoming third studio album arriving in October. Known for their electric live performances and nostalgic 80’s influenced anthems, the band has set out to capture that unmatched energy across 11 tracks, including previous releases "Soundtrack," “The Getaway,” and “Just Friends.” We sat down with frontman Chris Crabb to chat about their beginnings as a wedding band in Utah, opening for Journey, and how they managed to replicate the energy of their s...
Oct 08, 2024•36 min
On October 18, Isabel Dumaa will triumphantly release her debut EP Just My Nature . The title, borrowed from a yet to be released track, isn’t a resignation, but rather a declaration of acceptance. Dumaa has wanted to be a singer since she could talk. As a child, she would subject her family to living room concerts, and as she entered her teens, she became a regular in the San Francisco circuit. Determined to pursue music as a career, Dumaa, armed with a journal full of vulnerable confessions, p...
Sep 30, 2024•23 min
Over the past three years, Camylio has crafted a sound that merges alternative pop production with heartfelt, folk-inspired storytelling.On his fourth EP “in the light and shadows,” the multi-talented singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer uses these contrasting elements to explore “the light and dark sides of attraction and love.” Among the project’s seven tracks is his latest single “angel,” a haunting alt-pop track about the world-stopping moment of seeing your person for the first...
Sep 05, 2024•21 min
Growing up as an introverted and anxious child in Toronto, Maddie Regent has always drawn comfort from music. Getting lost in the melodies brought her peace, while writing lyrics became like diary entries. Now based in Brooklyn, the “Girl of Your Dreams” singer is continuing to confront her insecurities on her latest release “Sleeptalking.” The shimmering synth-pop release is an encapsulation of “classic self-sabotage” as Maddie desperately searches for reasons to rationalize her unhappiness. We...
Aug 26, 2024•19 min
After listeners devoured his single “Aftertaste,” Finn Askew is satiating his fans’ cravings for more with his single “16 Dogs.” Growing up in Somerset, the UK-born singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer always dreamed of pursuing music. After his debut single “Roses” skyrocketed thanks to support from Taeyong of NCT 127 and Jungkook of BTS, it's been nothing but up. Askew is continuing to dream big on his new single “16 Dogs.” On the alt R&B groove, Askew imagines what it w...
Aug 05, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Navigating adolescence is complex. Add the element of grief, and it seems impossible. Edge of Everything , the debut feature film from Sophia Sabella and Pablo Feldman, is the fictional story of a teenage girl who unwittingly faces the challenge of grief head on. After the devastating passing of her mother, Abby (Sierra McCormick of A.N.T. Farm,he Vast of Night , and American Horror Stories ) is forced to move in with her estranged Father (Jason Butler Harner). In an attempt to numb the pain of ...
Jun 29, 2024•20 min•Ep. 99
Millennials remember the satisfying karmic story of Avril Lavigne’s “Sk8r Boi.” However, rising artist Haiden Henderson is actually living out those pop-punk dreams with his new single “bleachers.” After breaking things off with an unsupportive ex, the aerospace engineer turned singer-songwriter found fuel in the heartache to begin his meteoric rise. Three years and millions of streams in, Haiden is playing sold-out headlining shows and is “blowing out your speakers” one pop hit at a time. On ou...
May 13, 2024•35 min
When does imitation go from flattery to a case of identity theft? Nashville-based pop singer-songwriter Leah Mason is answering that question with her new single “Klepto.” A follow up to “ YOUR BOYFRIEND SUCKS ,” this edgy pop anthem calls out a friend who took a little more than “inspiration” from Mason. “She would subtly ask me about where my clothes were from, and the next week she’d show up in the same thing I had been wearing,” Mason says. However, this “friend” earned the title of Klepto w...
May 02, 2024•19 min
American Idol is back on air for its 22nd season. As sad as we are to see Katy Perry leave after this season, the talent we have seen makes this season seem promising! One of those talented contestants is a former NFL player, Blake Proehl. Proehl was a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings but had to pull out due to an injury. Proehl used music as his beacon for recovering and getting into a mentally stable spot. His audition was wholesome as he sang by his grandmom's side, who inspired him to...
Mar 28, 2024•15 min
Brit Rising Star Nominee, Caity Baser is attaining success while still learning. Her latest mixtape, “Still Learning” encourages others to “own their f*ck ups” and grow from them. Her fans, or slaysers as they are affectionately called, are drawn to her unapologetic confidence and unfiltered honesty. We sat down with the Southampton star before she hit the road on her biggest tour to chat about the making of her mixtape and more. Stay connected with ECHO: Instagram ...
Mar 15, 2024•17 min
Michael J Woodard knows how to make a first impression. In his audition for American Idol, he received a unanimous yes from all three judges. Now Woodard is re-introducing himself as an original artist with his debut EP MJW1 released through Katy Perry’s label, Unsub Records. On the six track project, featuring “Trouble,” Woodard opens up about “where I’ve been, what I’ve done, and who I am.” We chatted with the Pop R&B singer-songwriter about the EP, working with Perry, and more! Stay conne...
Feb 15, 2024•24 min
Rising alt-pop artist Chloe Star has found her happy place . However, the journey to uncover it was a process. Throughout Chloe’s life, journaling has been her solace. After being blindsided by a painful break-up, she began to process her thoughts through the only way she knew how, poetry and music. At first, she only set out to write “Fool,” which details the breakdown of the relationship. However, as she began to heal, she continued to write and defiantly emerged from the ashes of heartbreak w...
Jan 31, 2024•26 min
Dean Maupin, a cosmopolitan and well-traveled musical sensation making waves on the rise. With a voice that is both clear and well-controlled, Maupin skillfully layers it atop sensual guitar strumming or heartbreak-infused instrumental tracks, showcasing his rhythmic and sensual musical prowess. His latest single, "I'd Be Mad," stands as a testament to his artistry—a compelling and intense love song where the anger emanates through the ballistic beat. Earlier this year, Maupin made a splash as o...
Jan 06, 2024•27 min
In the ever-spinning wheel of high school life, Dakota Riley, an ambitious young athlete, gears up for his senior year amidst the familiar cadence of teenage routines – sports, classrooms, family dinners, and bustling school hallways. With dreams of athletic glory guiding his path, Dakota has meticulously constructed the framework of his identity within the confines of a calculated blueprint. However, as the dust of reality settles, Dakota finds himself at a crossroads, torn between the persona ...
Dec 21, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 91
If your TikTok algorithm favors aesthetically handsome men, chances are you caught a glimpse of the #MetGalaBoys2023 on your FYP, and among them was the rakish Mitch Cochran. Hailing from Detroit, Cochran graced the prestigious Met Gala Carpet in NYC at The MET, marking a significant step in his pursuit of acting as a lifelong career goal. Riding the wave of his viral trend success, Cochran seized the opportunity to dive into acting classes and start working his way to success. Stay connected wi...
Dec 08, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 90
All eyes are on fast-rising indie-pop artist Oscar Lang, who has returned with his long-awaited sophomore album, Look Now. Following the collapse of his first relationship and his subsequent heartbreak, Oscar turned to music for cathartic release. The result is his most soul-bearing and mature offering to date. On our podcast, we chatted with Oscar about the album, finding his voice, and more! Stay connected with ECHO: Instagram TikTok Facebook Tw...
Aug 26, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Starring and executively produced by Tom Holland, ' The Crowded Room ' is a gripping, 10-episode limited series that stars Holland as Danny Sullivan, a man who is arrested following his involvement in a shooting in New York City in 1979. Alongside Holland, stars rising actor, Sam Vartholomeos who has also acted in shows such as Star Trek (season one) and Bridge and Tunnel . We chatted with the NYC-based actor about his time acting in a new AppleTV show and more. Stay connected with ECHO: I...
Jun 22, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Rising singer-songwriter Rowan Drake is no stranger to heartbreak. After a devastating accident at age 15, he was forced to give up his dreams of becoming a competitive snowboarder. Although heartbreaking, that incident provided the opportunity for him to explore his innate musicality and discover the healing power of music. Rowan has continued to find comfort in his art transforming pain into unexpected beauty. His debut EP ' Dear Ella,' turns the heartache of a past relationship into 9 intimat...
Jun 21, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 87
If you were scrolling through TikTok last November, you may have been invited to duet with a make-shift, wooden spoon microphone. The artist behind that viral “WYD Now?” open-verse challenge is Sadie Jean. Since then, the New York City and LA-based artist has carved out a spot for herself in pop with her confessional and observational lyrics that navigate life and love. Sadie has followed up the 121 million times streamed “WYD Now?” with “Locksmith,” and now her latest single “Just Because.” We ...
Jun 02, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 86
On this episode, we chatted with Devin Kennedy. The multi-talented artist’s latest single “Frequent Flyer” has just landed. The dreamy slow jam is an inflight cocktail of pop, R&B, and alternative. This release is just one in a series of singles including “Fine Wine” and “As Is ,” that have put Kennedy on everyone’s radar including Spotify who named him 4th highest streaming unsigned artist in the US. We chatted with the multi-talented artist about the single, his upcoming album California R...
May 23, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 85
