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Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: February

Joy Ryan, Assistant Opinion/A&E Editor
February 27, 2026

6 Artists of the Month: February by Joy Ryan

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With soft, yet powerful vocals and textured instruments, “Don’t Speak” takes you on an emotional ride.
“Don’t Speak” Brings Heartbreak to Life
Hearing the introspective of this stylistically diverse coming of age album, "At Home In My Mind." Rating: A
'At Home In My Mind' Faces the Ambiguity of Maturity
“Locals 5” excels in blending surf rock and indie rock elements with relatable songwriting, though it does suffer from sounding too similar at times. Rating: A-
‘Locals 5,’ A Nostalgic Reflection on Navigating Change
Be engulfed with this indie-rock album, "Snocaps"
“Snocaps” intertwines hints of rock and heartfelt lyrics seamlessly
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: January
Six Artists You Should Be Listening To: January
Experience New Jack Swing and Synth-Funk inspired by Michael Jackson in Marley Jauz’s latest project, “Sinister Minds”. Rating: B+
'Sinister Minds' Shines Through Its Flaws