Anna Rose: Start a War

Beautiful, vocally driven and with delicate instrumentation, “Start a War” by NYC-based singer/songwriter Anna Rose steps away from the anthemic rock tracks of her previous album. With this latest single, off her forthcoming album Strays in the Cut, Rose gently taps into the emotion of loss. The accompanying video, directed by independent filmmaker Shruti Ganguly, channels depth through loss and ultimately hope.

Big Freedia: I Heard

Beyoncé fans heard Big Freedia growling, “I came to slay, bitch! I like cornbread and collard greens, bitch” in the sensational new track “Formation”—those guest verses channeled the angst and attitude of the rapper’s hometown, New Orleans. Now the Queen of Bounce releases something new herself that’s noticeably different from the bass-heavy, knockout club tracks that made her a performer’s performer. The melodious song “I …

Väg: Hornstull

Despite Väg frontman Alexander Norberg’s blonde hair and charming personality, he’s no Tom Petty. In fact, he’s more Iggy Pop (shirtless and all), if you dare to make a comparison. We had the chance to catch this Swedish three-piece at this year’s Design Indaba conference (Väg’s drummer, Erik Kockum, also happens to be partner of Stockholm-based creative agency SNASK, along with band manager Fredrik Öst) …