Early Influences

Josh Levi tells Elite Daily about his musical heroes.
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Josh Levi’s The It Boy R&B Has Been Waiting For

The future of the genre is in great hands.

By Adrianne Reece
the artist Griff, who cites HAIM, Alicia Keys, and Enya as her musical influences
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Griff Has Taylor Swift & Alicia Keys To Thank For Her Love Of Pop

She was a Fearless and “Superwoman” stan.

By Sarah Ellis
Cari Fletcher, who cites Bruce Springsteen, Alanis Morisette, and Avril Lavigne as her musical heroe...
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Fletcher Is Feeling The “Most Free” She’s Ever Felt Artistically

Her new album In Search of the Antidote lays it all out there, from unrequited crushes to a run-in with an ex at the Eras Tour.

By Princess Gabbara
Jensen McRae talks about the musicians who influenced her sound
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Jensen McRae Wants Her Songs To Cut Straight To The Heart

“Let me include one moment of just direct emotional warfare.”

By Marilyn La Jeunesse
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Chelsea Cutler’s Tumblr Era Paved The Way For Her Headlining Tour

The singer was raised on Bruce Springsteen concerts and The 1975’s experimental debut.

By Jillian Giandurco
Victoria Monét's musical influences include Tina Turner, Beyoncé, and Sade.
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Victoria Monét Will Always Be A Jaguar

Now that she's king of the jungle, Monét isn't about to retract her claws.

By Adrianne Reece
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Hayley Williams Showed The Linda Lindas There’s Power In Saying No

But the rock band is saying yes to opening for Paramore, Green Day, and Blondie.

By Rachel Chapman
Singer-Songwriter Faouzia
Early Influences

Singer-Songwriter Faouzia Wants To Create Art, Not A TikTok Moment

“I don't want people to discover something that isn't me."

By Princess Gabbara
Reneé Rapp's debut offering, 'Snow Angel,' proves she deserves a seat at the pop star table.
Early Influences

How Frank Ocean & Kacey Musgraves Inspired Reneé Rapp’s Sound

“Not to be dramatic, but I was having a spiritual moment. I remember thinking: ‘This is the greatest songwriting ever.’”

By Adrianne Reece
Dylan Conrique
Early Influences

On Her New EP Pieces, Dylan Conrique Is Fully Herself

The artist talks vulnerability, new music, and the musicians that shaped her.

By Luna Adler