The Juice Box Sessions

A wise substitute teacher once said, “you’re not hardcore unless you live hardcore,” and actor and musician Rivkah Reyes clearly took that lesson to heart. Reyes, who played bassist Katie in the 2003 comedy School of Rock, has since become a real-life rockstar, recently releasing the hard-hitting, and hardcore, new single “Miss Congeniality.” Borrowing its title, and a bit of lyrical inspiration,...

Your mid-twenties are for self-discovery, love, hard lessons, and, inevitably, a little mess. On her fourth EP, ATMOSPHERE , Natalie Shay captures it all. The record acts as a “sonic diary,” with the North London artist writing and singing with disarming honesty as she reflects on the past two years, marking the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. On the latest episode of the Juic...

For Carter Benjamin, “Take Your Sweet Time” isn’t just a song title; it’s a mantra. One that’s guided every setback, pivot, and breakthrough along the way. Benjamin grew up immersed in music, whether in church pews or on car rides with his “music head” dad, blasting everything from Christian hardcore metal to Christian hip-hop and punk. When YouTube began expanding access to artists across genres,...

If your New Year’s resolution includes setting boundaries, Mae Stephens has written your new alt-pop anthem, “Done With U.” The defiant track marks a bold reintroduction to the Gold-certified British songstress, who first captured global attention with her breakout hit “If We Ever Broke Up.” Now 22, Stephens continues to write candidly from personal experience, unafraid to tell it exactly how it i...

After infiltrating our feeds with “Ever After,”  MICO is back with another earworm, “Parasite.”Teaming up with Haiden Henderson, MICO delivers a track about the emotional toll of a one-sided, all-consuming relationship. The string-laden production is a perfect host for the sinisterly good lyrics. On our latest podcast, we caught up with MICO on his "internet hometown hero" tour to chat a...

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 int...

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 f...

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...

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-talent...

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 o...

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 sing...

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, insec...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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. D...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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, Haide...

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...

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 men...

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...