When December comes around, the sound of cozy nights in and special nights out becomes decidedly more festive. Between holidays such as Christmas and Hanukkah, songs get a little more jolly, a little more sentimental — and a whole lot more reflective; on the highs and lows of our year, and the lessons that we learned along the way. For decades, festive songs have been the preserve of old school crooners, but now, a far broader spread of artists have taken on holiday music, bringing their unique vibes into the festive fold. Dive into this collection of winter holiday tracks — featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Kylie Minogue, HAIM, Coco Jones, RAYE, Kesha and more — and get into the festive spirit.

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More on each track

Hip Holidaze

Welcome to Sound Advice, the series spotlighting artists’ creative process and their SoundCloud journey. We’ll get the inside knowledge straight from the source on how musicians, producers and creatives are leaning into everything Artist Pro offers to elevate their sound, reach the right audience and catapult their careers.

In this installment of Sound Advice, we are joined by Alison Wonderland: a producer, DJ, singer-songwriter, and one of the biggest names in EDM. After becoming a headline act in Australia, she took the US by storm, going on to headline Coachella, EDC, Red Rocks and more, as well as release chart-topping albums like 2015’s ‘Run’ and 2018’s ‘Awake.’ Throughout her career, she’s collaborated with artists as diverse as Trippie Redd, Ninajirachi, Valentino Khan and Kaskade, to name a few. Before the release of her 2025 album ‘GHOST WORLD’ and the birth of her second child, we talk to Alison Wonderland about the sounds, life events, and emotional highs and lows that shape her music.

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Charlotte de Witte showcases her revered deep techno sound on her long-awaited, self-titled debut album. In this exclusive commentary, the Belgian DJ/producer discusses tracks from the album. The track “Domine” takes listeners on “a very personal journey, built on hypnotic layers and ancient sound,” she says. Featuring vocals from Lisa Gerrard of Dead Can Dance on the track“After the Fall,” Charlotte notes how Lisa’s “voice doesn’t just fill space, it opens it.” Another standout, “No Division,” featuring XSALT, is about “erasing the invisible lines that separate us, whether cultural, personal, or emotional,” while “The Realm” is the track that inspired the whole project’s energy and philosophy. As Charlotte puts it: “Enter the realm of the unknown.” Listen now.

Voice Notes: Charlotte de Witte

Throughout the year, SoundCloud Stories — SoundCloud’s editorial hub for original content and music discovery — has championed the fresh sounds that have blossomed on the platform. Throughout 2025, newcomers and legacy acts alike have released bold new music. From rap’s ever-evolving subgenres to experimental rock off-shoots like shoegaze and post-hardcore, the sound of 2025 has been in a constant flow of innovation. On the dance music front, there have been fresh, pop-adjacent takes on classic electronic genres like house, garage, techno, disco and more, with no shortage of artists exploring different sounds and influences. Dive into this collection of essential tracks — featuring Clipse, Cautious Clay, Subtronics, TOKiMONSTA, Bob Moses, Sammy Virji, Turnstile and more — and discover the wealth of exciting artists that helped define the year 2025 in music.

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Editors' Picks: 2025 In Review

Fifteen years after Diplo co-founded the group, Major Lazer is officially welcoming a new member, America Foster. In this exclusive commentary, the breakout British-Jamaican artist breaks down key tracks from Major Lazer’s latest release, ‘GYALGEBRA.’ The track “BRUK DOWN” is a feel-good anthem, America says, while describing the song “GOAT” as “such a vibe.” On the track “GANGSTA,” she says, “we step out, show out, and we’re ballsy,” she says laughing, adding “There’s no other way to put it.” Elsewhere, the track “PEPPA POT” is for all those shy moments in the bedroom: “Put on this song, and the freakiest self is gonna show and reveal,” America says, exclaiming “At least it does for me!” Hear more from Major Lazer’s America Foster, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Major Lazer

A Nonsense Christmas

Voice Notes - Steve Aoki on "Pursuit Of Happiness" by Kid Cudi (Steve Aoki Remix)

In this installment of Sound Advice, German composer/producer Ben Böhmer joins us for an in-depth conversation detailing his artist journey, which has evolved from playing piano and trumpet in his youth to honing his craft as an electronic artist and performing on some of the biggest stages in the world. Best known for lush and melodic progressive house tracks, Ben takes us through the making of his new record, ‘Bloom,’ which doubles as his debut on Ninja Tune and showcases a more introspective side of his personality. Elsewhere throughout our conversation, we dive into how he approaches preparing for live performances, how he’s adapted his sound to different settings and how he uses SoundCloud to keep it all organized.

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In this installment of Sound Advice, we talk to German producer Jan Blomqvist, who makes deep house with a melancholic pop sensibility. In this exclusive interview, the Berlin-based artist shares the story of how he journeyed from rock to electronic music, and recalls the influence of the 2000s Berlin club scene on his sound. He also talks about finding his style, blending original vocals and field recordings in a genre where samples and machine sounds dominate, the themes of his latest album ‘Mute,’ and how SoundCloud features like track comments, timestamps and replace audio help him collaborate with other artists.

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Content Warning: This episode contains open discussion of sensitive topics, including suicide, addiction and abuse. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, and needs support, help is available. For confidential, international mental health resources, please visit https://www.smartrecoveryinternational.org or https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts.

In this installment of Sound Advice, we talk to 2025 Ascending artist honestav. With his 2024 breakout hit, “I’d Rather Overdose,” the vocalist and songwriter became a viral sensation — but he’s no overnight success. After posting hundreds of songs on SoundCloud, honestav has broadened his sound from rap to incorporate rock, Americana and country, and gained legions of devoted fans through his heartfelt lyrics. In this exclusive interview, we talk to honestav about his debut album and tour, his Missouri roots and how music helps him overcome pain. He also delivers motivational advice for artists and talks about how SoundCloud helped him elevate his career. 

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bbno$ Invites You to Join the #bbnoremix Experience on SoundCloud!


As an artist whose sound is deeply rooted in sample-based, cross-genre music production,  bbno$ has a strong appetite for remixes and edits of his own tracks. To celebrate the release of his latest album, bbno$ is sharing the free stems for the album track “gigolo,” as a way to find fresh talent on SoundCloud who can keep his imaginative, viral sound evolving.


How to Join the #bbnoremix Experience:
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Visit the SoundCloud Store to download the free stems here.
Get creative with it and don’t be afraid to experiment with new sounds. 
Upload your remix exclusively to SoundCloud and add the tag #bbnoremix.
The stems will be available until December 1, so don’t sleep on this opportunity to showcase your talent and show bbno$ what you’ve got.
Follow bbno$ on SoundCloud and keep an eye out. bbno$ will be listening through your creations on the platform and can’t wait to hear what you come up with.

In this installment of Sound Advice, we’re talking to bbno$, who joins us from the road, calling in from his hot-pink, slimed-out, meme palace of a tour bus to talk about how his career has taken him from first uploading on SoundCloud in 2016 to building a global fanbase today. Throughout our candid conversation, the rapper, singer and songwriter talks about the importance of embracing cringe when it comes to promoting your music online, staying true to his creative roots over the years — including still collaborating with artists he came up with on SoundCloud, like Yung Gravy, So Loki and Y2K — and his secret sauce to building a sustainable career in music while navigating a chronically online world.

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MUTT Deluxe: HEEL

NOT FAIR

In this installment of Sound Advice, we speak to rapper Key Glock. With each release, he's showing off tight bars, vivid storytelling and heaps of charisma, while paying homage to the warm, gritty soul of the Memphis classics. Most recently, he released his ‘Glockaveli’ album; 18 songs of straight heat and no features. In this exclusive interview, we talk to Key Glock about the making of the record, from being inspired by 2Pac and Keith Sweat to collaborating with Three 6 Mafia’s DJ Paul. He also shares insights into his creative process, approach to creating cinematic music videos and tips for staying motivated.

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Let God Sort Em Out

The Birds Don't Sing

GANGSTA

GANGSTA (feat. Kybba)

In this installment of Sound Advice, we speak with the legendary Dutch trance DJ/producer Armin van Buuren, who is also a 5-time winner of DJ Mag’s Best DJ In The World recognition, co-owner of Armada Music and A State of Trance radio show host. In 2025, he released a 51-track album called ‘Breathe,’ which features Bon Jovi, Martin Garrix, Hardwell, Moby and more. In this exclusive interview, we talk to Armin about how incorporating healthy lifestyle choices has elevated his productivity and creative process. Plus, we discuss his favorite studio gear, Ushuaïa Ibiza residency, the current state of trance and much more.

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In this installment of Sound Advice, we talk to twin brothers Matt and Chris Drake, aka MC4D: a project that mixes country, folk and Americana with EDM. After cultivating a SoundCloud fanbase with a DJ mix series inspired by dance artists like Kygo, Avicii and Cheat Codes and popular country songs, they've since released remixes and original tracks with vocalists and musicians, and done songwriting sessions in Nashville and Los Angeles. With the release of their 'Wanderings' EP and current tour, we spoke exclusively to MC4D about their process and how they use SoundCloud to amplify their work, and they gave advice on collaboration, pitching demos and getting noticed in the music business. 

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In this installment of Sound we delve into the creative minds of stadium-filling electronic music act, Above & Beyond. This summer, Above & Beyond released ‘Bigger Than All Of Us,’ their first album as a trio in seven years. In this exclusive interview, two members of the group, Tony McGuinness and Paavo Siljamäki, discuss their 25-year journey in electronic music, from becoming vocal trance’s most in-demand remixers to starting their labels Anjunabeats, Anjunadeep and Anjunachill. We explore collaboration, production, songwriting, remixing and working with vocals, and talk about the role that SoundCloud has played in creating their Anjuna community and inspiring new creative directions. 

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The wait is over. After seven years, Cardi B is finally back with her second album, ‘Am I The Drama?’ In this exclusive commentary, the hit-making Bronx rapper breaks down key album tracks. Cardi B announces her return on “Hello,” which samples the late Atlanta rapper Shawty Lo. The track “really makes me feel cocky,” Cardi B says. “It’s me. I’m back!” On “Pick It Up,” the record-setting superstar recruits pop singer, actor and entrepreneur Selena Gomez to join forces, describing the collaboration as “one of her favorite songs.” Elsewhere on the project, Cardi reflects on the uptempo nature of “Bodega Baddie” (“I love the speed of it, rapping fast is actually easier for me”) while “Safe,” which features Kehlani, doubles as a dedication to “my man because he makes me feel safe; he makes me feel confident.” Reflecting on reuniting with Kehlani, Cardi adds, “When I did the music video, it was so hard for me not to sing her parts.” Listen now, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Cardi B on "Pick It Up"

In this installment of Sound Advice, we speak to LA-based DJ/producer Ray Volpe. Known for his heavy bass-driven sound, Ray experienced breakout success with his 2022 track, “LASERBEAM,” which became a scene anthem and has since been remixed by Hardwell and Chris Lake. Now, Ray has released his long-awaited debut album, ‘FOREVER, VOLPETRON,’ where he showcases his heavy dubstep and gritty, melodic bass sound, paired with his signature cinematic flair and energetic, catchy hooks. In this exclusive interview, we talk about the making of the album, his journey as a DJ and producer, and how he uses SoundCloud to connect with fans and discover hidden gems.

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Sugar Cookie

In this installment of Sound Advice, we’re talking to Jazzy, the Irish dance music sensation whose irresistible voice tops hits like “No Bad Vibes” with KILIMANJARO and “Somedays” with Sonny Fodera and D.O.D. An alum of SoundCloud’s Ascending program, Jazzy has had a meteoric rise, going from working in a supermarket to being nominated for a BRIT Award. In our exclusive interview, Jazzy reflects on her journey so far, sharing insights on her solo music, learning how to DJ, performing at Ibiza nightclub Pacha and becoming the first Irish female solo artist to reach No. 1 in the UK Singles Chart in over a decade. We also talk about the launch of her club brand GEWAH, how she uses SoundCloud and her best advice for collaboration, overcoming stage fright and keeping the vibes strong. 

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BRUK DOWN

In this installment of Sound Advice, we talk to New Jersey’s own, Honey Bxby. Known for blending R&B’s sultriness and vulnerability with rap’s rawness and chaos, Honey joins us from the back of an Escalade to reflect on her musical journey so far — from her earliest SoundCloud uploads in 2019 to today collaborating with rap legends like Lil’ Kim and Busta Rhymes. In this exclusive interview, we talk to Honey Bxby about the making of her ‘Raw Honey’ EP, the influence of 2000s R&B and rap on her sound, performing on major stages, where she’s headed next and the importance of making sure her fans feel seen along the way.

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Kee Nola, the New Orleans-based melodic rapper, looks back on some of the tracks that have elevated his career. In this exclusive commentary, he reflects that “Demon Girl,” from 2024, was the song that “made me realize this music s**t is really possible to achieve.” Kee Nola notes how the track “Late To The Party” was a natural follow-up to his March 2025 breakout hit, “Party Girl,” while “At The Top” was written about his first time in Los Angeles. “When people say ‘It’s lonely at the top,’ it sounds cliché as hell,” he tells SoundCloud — but it’s real. Hear more from Kee Nola, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Kee Nola on "Demon Girl"

Voice Notes: Kee Nola on "Party Girl"

The Heads That Know

The Heads That Know (feat. Comma Dee)

In this installment of Sound Advice, we catch up with Grammy-winning live electronic act, Bob Moses. Born in the 2010s Brooklyn underground warehouse scene, the production and songwriting duo — comprised of Tom Howie and Jimmy Vallance — take us through the making of their new album, ‘Blink,’ from gathering inspiration while on the road to building trust with frequent collaborators like Shaun Frank, Illangelo and John Martin. Elsewhere in our exclusive interview, the duo also looks back at their pivotal moments on SoundCloud, and shares how they like to use the platform to connect more deeply with their community and discover new music.

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Sound Advice: Bob Moses

5th Floor (10pm)

All I Want

In this installment of Sound Advice, we sat down with Portugal’s Moullinex (Luís Clara Gomes) and GPU Panic (Guilherme Tomé Ribeiro), also known as MXGPU. Their unique collaboration began with a DM on SoundCloud, evolving into a powerful musical partnership that’s taken them all around the world. In this exclusive interview, Luís and Guilherme discuss their creative process and dive into the making of their debut album, ‘Sudden Light.’ The pair — who meld house, disco, indie rock and electronic influences with shimmering synths and melancholic vocals — also share advice on collaborating, using private tracks masterfully and taking your show from the studio to the live stage.

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In this installment of Sound Advice, we talk to Toronto DJ/producer BAMBII, who is known for bringing together the Caribbean diaspora, Britain’s hardcore continuum and the global club underground. Her futuristic, cross-genre approach is on full display on her ‘INFINITY CLUB’ EPs and ‘1000 Genre’ DJ mix series, as well as is exemplified through her JERK party series and collaborations with Kelela, Yaeji, Aluna and Ravyn Lenae, to name a few. In this exclusive interview, we talk to BAMBII about her formative influences, creative process and the importance of community, including reflections on how SoundCloud has been instrumental in her career, from connecting her with artists like LSDXOXO to playing a crucial role in music discovery.

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In this installment of Sound Advice, we are joined by global techno sensation Charlotte de Witte. Over the past 15 years, Charlotte has built her career from the ground up, rising from Belgium’s underground scene to become one of the genre’s most revered names today. In this exclusive interview, we speak with the DJ, producer and KNTXT record label founder about her dance music heritage, creative process and the making of her long-awaited, self-titled debut album. Charlotte also talks about finding your sound and staying true to it, offering valuable advice for emerging DJs and producers looking to build a lasting career in electronic music. For techno fans, this one’s a must.

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Sound Advice: Charlotte de Witte

Voice Notes: Charlotte de Witte on "After The Fall"

Voice Notes: Charlotte de Witte on "The Heads That Know"

Voice Notes: Charlotte de Witte on "No Division"

Voice Notes: Charlotte de Witte on "The Realm"

Charlotte de Witte feat. Lisa Gerrard - After The Fall (Original Mix)

British-American electronic producer Skybreak, known for his futuristic style of dubstep and house music, recently dropped his third album, ‘HALF BLOOD.’ In this exclusive commentary, he discusses the making of key tracks. Skybreak took his first shot at drum & bass on the track “ANTIMATTER,” which was recorded in a studio in Croydon, about a mile from the former home of the legendary dubstep record store, Big Apple; a “celestial energy seeped into the session,” he says. His latest single, a remix of Atura’s “LIKE THIS,” came about after they met on a SoundCloud-based community. The collaboration felt right, says Skybreak: “The two of us had this glow-up moment about the same time.” Listen now.

Voice Notes: Skybreak on "STAR CANNON"

GHOST WORLD

Heaven

Mexican-American rock singer Violent Vira drops her long-awaited debut album, ‘Lover of a Ghost.’ In this exclusive commentary, she reflects on the making of key tracks from the project, which arrives four years after her viral single, “I Don’t Care,” a song she recalls was inspired by a creepy internet folk tale. Working with producer Jennifer Decilveo (Hozier, Miley Cyrus), Vira and her band drew from some of her most vulnerable thoughts, from an eating disorder to her mental health struggles. The track “Little Crush” is about how infatuation can be one of the most powerful of emotions — “almost in a monstrous way,” she says. Elsewhere, “Common Decency” is about “the sweet spot in a relationship, right before you say those three magic words,” while the track “Chasing Ghosts” was written at a point in her life she shares was both her lowest and highest. Hear more from Violent Vira, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Violent Vira on  "Common Decency "

In this installment of Sound Advice, we speak with dubstep DJ/producer Jesse Karden, better known as Subtronics, to talk about the latest installment of his two-part opus, ‘Fibonacci.’ The pair of albums draw inspiration from the Fibonacci sequence, a natural mathematical pattern which Subtronics shares “represents a totality; an all-inclusive mathematical equation for all of reality.” Throughout our conversation, we dive into the creative depths of the concept albums, his approach to collaboration, how he’s built up his sound and style, and how SoundCloud plays a crucial role in his career, from running his Cyclops Recordings label to nurturing the community that helped fuel his journey to becoming one of dubstep’s most innovative producers today.

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Sound Advice:  Subtronics

On his fourth studio album, ‘Contact,’ veteran DJ/producer Sub Focus expands the drum & bass horizon through collaborations with acts like Grimes, John Summit and more. In this exclusive commentary, he breaks down the inspirations behind the album and dives into the making of key tracks. Creating a “cyberpunk aesthetic” with Grimes was “a dream come true,” he says. The track “Let Your Body Rock,” which has become a key, hypnotic component of his live set, was inspired by a Chemical Brothers show he caught a few years ago. Elsewhere, the UK garage-influenced “On & On” is a tribute to “this beautiful dance music culture that we have,” he says. Hear more from Sub Focus, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Sub Focus on "Entwined"

In this installment of Sound Advice, we’re broadcasting an exclusive conversation between Imogen Heap, the Grammy-winning artist and founder of Auracles, and Eliah Seton, CEO of SoundCloud. Recorded live in front of a packed crowd at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal, this episode brings Imogen and Eliah together for a wide-ranging discussion on ethical AI, creative ownership and the future of the artist-fan experience. Building on the themes that Imogen and Eliah explored during their in-depth conversation, we’re excited to announce Auracles has now officially joined the SoundCloud Benefits Partner Program, expanding access for creators to better organize and protect their data.


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Sound Advice: Imogen Heap

Voice Notes: Major Lazer on "BRUK DOWN"

Voice Notes: Major Lazer on "GANGSTA"

Voice Notes: Major Lazer on "GOAT"

Soulful hip-hop trio Planet Giza just dropped the third and final installment of their latest project, ‘The Sky Is Recording Me: 100 Years Later.’ In this exclusive commentary, vocalist Tony Stone discusses the making of key tracks from the Montreal-based group’s release. The track “Lonely” is as introspective as the title implies. “I felt like the only person in the whole universe,” he says, “I’m happy to hear that a lot of people relate to the song.” Made in LA, the jazzy “The Fall” represents resilience, with Tony sharing it’s about “trying not to fall in the face of adversity.” During the making of “Minding My Business,” he was thinking about OutKast’s “Hey Ya!,” “where the topic doesn’t really match the beat.” Hear more from Planet Giza’s Tony Stone, only on SoundCloud.

Voice Notes: Planet Giza on "MINDING MY BUSINESS"

Voice Notes: Planet Giza on "LONELY"

In this installment of Sound Advice, we are joined by Alison Wonderland: a producer, DJ, singer-songwriter, and one of the biggest names in EDM. After becoming a headline act in Australia, she took the US by storm, going on to headline Coachella, EDC, Red Rocks and more, as well as release chart-topping albums like 2015’s ‘Run’ and 2018’s ‘Awake.’ Throughout her career, she’s collaborated with artists as diverse as Trippie Redd, Ninajirachi, Valentino Khan and Kaskade, to name a few. Before the release of her 2025 album ‘GHOST WORLD’ and the birth of her second child, we talk to Alison Wonderland about the sounds, life events, and emotional highs and lows that shape her music.

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Sound Advice: Alison Wonderland

The Mobile rapper FattMack, who recently moved to Atlanta, gets personal with his latest album, ‘McKenzie,’ titling the project after his real first name. In this exclusive commentary, FattMack walks us through the making of key tracks from the album, which marks his third album release of 2025 and arrives after being named part of SoundCloud’s 2025 class. The melodic rapper explains how the track “LL Smaky,” marks the most meaningful song on the project, named after his lifelong friend who passed away. Of the album’s title track, it’s a “story about me,” FattMack says, “what I went through to get to where I am today. Hear more from FattMack, only on SoundCloud.

Want more from FattMack? Check out his exclusive “Crazy Story” freestyle, recorded in New York City for SoundCloud’s live performance series, The Booth: https://soundcloud.com/fattmack/fattmack-crazy-story-the-booth

Voice Notes: FattMack  on "McKenzie"

Voice Notes: FattMack  on "LL Smaky"

Voice Notes: FattMack  on "5 Minutes"

In this exclusive commentary, Atlanta rapper MARCO PLUS talks us through the making of recent tracks, following a productive 2025. Having earned co-signs from J. Cole, Isaiah Rashad, J.I.D, Joey Bada$$ and more, MARCO PLUS explains how he cut the track “airmail” in New York City with the producer Ovrkast, adding, “Shout out, he’s amazing.” Over in Los Angeles, he recorded “jamal crawford” with producer Graymatter, explaining how the track, which features Boldy James, grew out of a freestyle and “came together very nicely.” A member of the Backseat! House crew, MARCO PLUS says he rounded up all his friends for the track “stones,” and “we just kinda ripped it.” Hear more from MARCO PLUS, only on SoundCloud.     
 


Voice Notes: MARCO PLUS on "Stones"

Voice Notes: MARCO PLUS on "black truck"

Voice Notes: MARCO PLUS on "AIRMAIL!"

Voice Notes: MARCO PLUS on "jamal crawford"

December Baby

Glittery

Glittery (From The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show Soundtrack) [feat. Troye Sivan]

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