Boygenius

In a universe as vast as ours, Boygenius has the uncanny ability to hone in on the ubiquity of it all. The Rest is a worthy follow-up to The Record — each track a radiant star in the indie macrocosm.

Hoetzel’s music videos have made her a queer icon. And unlike other artists who have protested having queer branding thrust upon them, she is not afraid to embrace this design.

Over the weekend, the grassy hill and tree-lined stage of Stanford’s Frost Amphitheatre made room for the Re:SET Bay Area Music Festival.

From April 21 to 23, head arts editor Lauren Harvey made her way to Indio to experience the famous festival in all its sticky, sundry fun. Here are her highlights from Coachella 2023.

Released March 31, the band’s latest project pulses with multivalent manifestations of love — friendships, relationships, kinship and even musicianship.

Here's a playlist to listen to when you're in those feels, and you want to be reminded of everything you love about home.

Dacus’ third album is nothing short of a diary put on full display, touching upon themes such as the intricacies of queer friendships in one’s childhood, questioning mainstream religion and entering predatory relationships. 

“Thumbs” is no longer a live show secret, but Dacus’ listeners are better off for it — the song’s lyrics warrant multiple listens for full appreciation of the artist’s storytelling ability.

Baker’s latest is a gut punch that comes out swinging, once again providing some of the most cathartic indie rock in the game, as well as her most anthemic songs to date.