To end the year, we asked a few of our favorite singers to share their favorite songs, concerts, and other musical moments from 2024.
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In 2021, Kinsley graced the cover of NYOTA’s Art Is Life issue. At the time, she had recently released her EP, The King, and the title track was blowing up on TikTok. Fast-forward three years, she has released her debut album Escaper, performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and wrapped up a successful tour across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe.
What was your favorite song of 2024?
- “Everything is romantic” by Charli XCX & Caroline Polachek
What was your favorite album of 2024?
- Imaginal Disk by Magdalena Bay, Rong Weicknes by Fievel Is Glauque, and Submarine by The Marías
What was your favorite concert of 2024?
- Either L’Rain at Bowery Ballroom or Joe Hisaishi at Madison Square Garden!
What was your favorite music moment in a television show or movie in 2024?
- I loved the score in season 3 of Industry. Great synth compositions. I haven’t seen Wicked yet though so that may change…
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Scottish singer-songwriter Blair Gilmour wrote his fast-paced, introspective single “Burning Up” while attending a writing camp in Spain. The track dives into chasing someone or something that takes a toll on your mental health and well-being. Don’t worry; if Gilmour wasn’t on your Spotify Wrapped in 2024 after hearing his music, he’ll surely be on the list in 2025.
What was your favorite song of 2024?
- My favorite song of 2024 would probably be “Give Up Baby Go” by Peach Pit! I know that there are a lot of songs that are more profound than this but every time it comes on it is just unskippable!
What was your favorite album of 2024?
- My favorite album of 2024 would have to be Romance by Fontaines D.C just because EVERY song is a complete bop!
What was your favorite concert of 2024?
- I would say my favorite concert of 2024 would be Leeds Festival solely because it was the first festival that I have ever been to and it was a blast!
What was your favorite music moment in a television show or movie in 2024?
- I can’t really think of an answer for my favorite music moment on TV or movies for 2024 as I don’t watch either television or movies!
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Singer-songwriter colby! is an emerging pop act to watch. Her debut EP, Dead Giveaway, came out last month, and the title track touches on the realization when you’re giving away too much in a relationship and getting nothing in return. With over 300k career streams, we’re excited to see where her career goes next.
What was your favorite song of 2024?
- Very hard, but I think “Paradise” by Norah Jones. I can listen to this song when I’m laughing, crying, puking, dying. It really fits all.
What was your favorite album of 2024?
- I’m gonna say Charm by Clairo. Just the comforting songs that fit with any season of the year
What was your favorite concert of 2024?
- Kings of Leon for sure. Saw them in august with my brother and it was my second time seeing them. Very much a comfort show if that’s even a thing lol
What was your favorite music moment in a television show or movie in 2024?
- Probably the Challengers soundtrack makes me feel like I’m in a video game or I’m levitating, you know?
This story first ran in Issue 38: The Music Issue. Read more from the issue here.
