PTM Contributors

July 2, 2021
beren olivia interview

INTERVIEW: Beren Olivia Talks New Single “Hurt Again,” Summer Jams, & Dream Collaborations

The alt-pop singer-songwriter shares on her new music, her favorite artists growing up, and her path to muscianship

by Jack Humphrey Fresh on the indie-pop scene, singer-songwriter Beren Olivia has a lot to say. With a remarkably distinct voice and a clever perspective on […]
July 1, 2021
ariel Bellvalaire diamonds or coal

LISTEN: Ariel Bellvalaire Burns White Hot On New Single “Diamonds Or Coal”

The singer-guitarist wears her rock and roll badge with pride.

Words By: Garrett Kearns Up and coming artist, Ariel Bellvalaire, has just recently issued her second single “Diamonds or Coal.” The track has the hallmarks of […]
June 28, 2021
Maddy Wood

LISTEN: Maddy Wood Talks Toxicity In Relationships In New Single “If I Could Move”

Don’t mistake Maddy Wood with any other old rockstar.

Words By: Brianna Vacca Old-soul singer + songwriter Maddy Wood is brimmed with elegance and cherried with grit. Influenced by legendary rock bands Led Zeppelin and […]
June 26, 2021
arrested youth, nonfiction

ALBUM REVIEW: Arrested Youth Digs Deeper on ‘Nonfiction’

The young pop-rocker delivers an opus for the 21st century

Words by: Jack Humphrey Relatable, inventive, and timely, Ian Johnson, better known as Arrested Youth’s second studio album Nonfiction truly seizes the moment, blending his adrenaline-fueled pop-punk roots and confessional […]
June 25, 2021
Gone Gone Beyond 2030

ALBUM REVIEW: Gone Gone Beyond Pleads For Change in Folk Americana Release ‘2030’

Gone Gone Beyond hopes for change by the year 2030

Words By: Brianna Vacca Cosmopolitan four-part musical group Gone Gone Beyond has freed their pioneered folk-Americana offering in the shape of a full-length sophomore record. Following […]
June 23, 2021
real friends, storyteller

LISTEN: Real Friends Debuts Two New Songs “Nervous Wreck” and “Storyteller”

The band welcomes new lead singer Cody Muraro on an explosive double header

by Jack Humphrey Illonois-based pop-punk quintet Real Friends has already had a huge 2021. After signing to Pure Noise Records, announcing a brand new tour alongside label-mates State […]
June 22, 2021
michael mayo bones

ALBUM REVIEW: Michael Mayo Releases Jazz Influenced Debut ‘BONES’

Words By: Garrett Kearns  California born jazz vocalist Michael Mayo has released his debut album Bones — a showcase of the singer’s mastery of vocal […]
June 22, 2021
state champs, tour

State Champs Headlining Pure Noise Tour this Fall

The pop-punk quartet is hitting the stage in a city near you

by Jack Humphrey With the world finally opening back up and our favorite bands getting back on the road, pop-punk dynamos State Champs have just announced their […]
June 18, 2021
kate havnevik lightship

LISTEN: Kate Havnevik Releases Another Glimpse At Forthcoming Album With “Into Dark”

The electro-pop artist is back in full force with an ethereal new jam

Words by Jack Humphrey Norway’s Kate Havnevik may have been on the electro-pop scene for a while now, but with every vibrant release, she proves herself […]
June 17, 2021

Didi + Ping Drops Mesmerizing New House Jam “Pharaoh”

The Asian-Canadian producer has a fresh new dance tune with an eclectic origin

Words By: Jack Humphrey Up and coming electronic artist Didi + Ping channels classic lo-fi house sounds reminiscent of pioneering European dance acts like Deadmau5 and […]