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Interviews with top Beat music advocates celebrities, musicians, artists, and icons about their current and past music projects.

Fenrir by Skaldic Storm
Today's song I picked out of love for my boyfriend (February is the month of love after all!) and appreciation for how he has brought a number of unexpected happy moments to my life recently!
By The Schizophrenic Momabout 19 hours ago in Beat
Execution Over Exposure: Frank Vibes Breaks Down His Artistic Philosophy
As conversations around success in music continue to be dominated by streaming metrics, chart placements, and digital visibility, artists are increasingly voicing alternative perspectives on what achievement truly looks like. Frank Vibes is one such artist who defines success not by external validation, but by intention, completion, and creative fulfillment. Through his reflections, he outlines a philosophy shaped by experience, discipline, and a long-term view of culture rather than short-term performance. Frank Vibes shares, “I measure success beyond the charts and numbers by completing the task at hand.” He situates this mindset within the reality many independent artists face early in their careers, stating, “Me and mine couldn’t care less about charts and numbers because we spent too many years where it didn’t matter, so why care now?” Speaking on the early stages of artistic development, he adds, “When all artists start out, you spend years getting maybe 20 or 30 plays and views, if that.” From that perspective, he explains why attention alone is not the ultimate goal: “So why should you care when people actually start paying attention? Just appreciate the new ears and new fans and keep it pushing on that front.”
By Cloutflya day ago in Beat
Meet LuckySadBoy: A Perspective on Music, Work Ethic, and Industry Change
In an era where visibility, metrics, and online momentum often dominate conversations around music careers, some artists continue to ground their work in tangible effort and long-term development. LuckySadBoy is one such artist, offering a perspective shaped by experience, discipline, and an emphasis on authenticity. His views touch on how success should be measured, where the music industry may be heading, and how his artistic identity is often misunderstood. When discussing his personal definition of success, LuckySadBoy emphasizes effort over numerical validation. He shares, “I measure success based on how much footwork I can do and how many people I can get to learn or know of my music via studio sessions, shows, and other forms of promotion. The numbers can be adjusted, but real footwork cannot.” This approach reflects a belief that sustained, real-world engagement—such as live performances, in-person collaboration, and consistent promotion—holds more lasting value than fluctuating statistics or short-term digital growth. His perspective aligns with a broader conversation within creative industries about the difference between measurable reach and meaningful impact. By prioritizing effort that cannot be artificially inflated, LuckySadBoy places importance on skills, relationships, and presence, positioning his work within a framework of long-term sustainability rather than immediate results.
By Cloutfly8 days ago in Beat
Artist Spotlight with Eric Selby
People tend to gravitate toward music that feels familiar, yet still manages to surprise you. And that’s the space Eric Selby has been working in for years. Somewhere between Americana, psychedelic folk and roots storytelling.
By Whitney Miller8 days ago in Beat
Playmaker HQ Expands Its Playbook With Let’s Rap About It Deal by NWO Sparrow
Let’s Rap About It and Playmaker HQ Signal a New Era of Hip Hop Media Maino , Fabolous , Jim Jones and Dave East Scores Deal With Playmaker HQ
By NWO SPARROW12 days ago in Beat
Yes, I've Got an Attitude by Sweet Yankeebelle
This last week, I found a new song that I am loving listening to and the title is actually what drew my attention to the song first. You see, I have been accused of "having an attitude" like that is a terrible thing.
By The Schizophrenic Mom14 days ago in Beat
If You Can't Find Hope by Able Heart. Top Story - January 2026.
This week, the song that has got me smiling actually reminds me of some hard times with one of my best friends. So, this article is for you Amanda! ;-)
By The Schizophrenic Mom18 days ago in Beat
Hold On to the Vision: El Pablo 1x Leads with Purpose, Music, and Community
Memphis has always been a city of sound, soul, and fearless originality—and standing firmly in that tradition is El Pablo 1x, the award-winning, nationally touring artist and visionary leader of the Black Sheep Kid movement. More than just a performer, El Pablo 1x is a curator of culture, a builder of platforms, and a relentless advocate for independent artists who dare to move differently.
By Independent Indie Artist Radar19 days ago in Beat
Max B Walks Forward With Clarity and the Culture in His Hands by NWO Sparrow
A Clear Heart and a Stronger Wave Inside Max B’s Return A Clear Heart and a Stronger Wave Inside Max B’s Return PHOTO BY @IAMCOMPLEX Tiana
By NWO SPARROW21 days ago in Beat
The Quiet That Follows the Applause
I didn’t cry at the end of Better Call Saul. I cried three days later, while washing dishes. The water was hot, the sponge worn thin, and suddenly—without warning—I saw Kim Wexler’s hands again. Not in the courtroom. Not in the finale. But in that tiny Albuquerque office, adjusting the blinds just so, trying to control one small thing in a world spinning out of her grasp.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Beat
The Song That Brought Him Back
After my mother passed, grief settled into our home like winter fog—thick, gray, and impossible to ignore. He stopped whistling while fixing the sink. Stopped tapping his boot to the oldies station. Even his laugh, once so loud it startled the dogs, vanished into a silence so heavy it filled every room. For two years, he moved through life like a man walking in someone else’s shoes. So when he said, voice barely above a whisper, “Let’s go south for New Year’s,” I didn’t ask why. I just booked the tickets.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a month ago in Beat
Hold It Down by Stephanie Marie Music
Stephanie Marie Music has a number of songs that have been quite helpful for me in feeling not quite as alone or better overall. I wanted to share, not just her music, but what it means to me as I listen to it. *smile*
By The Schizophrenic Momabout a month ago in Beat