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PS Picks is a selection of the best things that the magazine's staff and contributors are reading, watching, or otherwise paying attention to in the worlds of art, politics, and culture.
‘Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come’: How Introverts Can Triumph Over Social Anxiety
Jessica Pan's new memoir offers a glimpse at a better world—one where we're open to meaningful interactions, rather than stuck in isolation.
Girl Ultra Is Taking Mexican R&B Beyond the Border
Operating out of Mexico City, Nan de Migel is one of the few artists producing contemporary R&B south of the U.S. border
Ximena Sariñana Doesn’t Want to Be the Only Woman in the Room
One of Mexico's biggest indie-pop artists discusses her new album and the state of the music industry for Latinx artists.
Rayana Jay Is Over Capitalism
The R&B artist refuses to conform to the world's expectations for plus-sized black women, and she creates music as sensual as it is empowering.
Black Belt Eagle Scout Writes Songs About Heartbreak and Post-Colonial Anger
The indie musician uses her wistful rock music to explore, and reclaim, her indigenous and queer identity.
!["Because our [Arab and Muslim] stories aren't told in mainstream media, it's up to us now to control that narrative. ... And until there's equal representation, I'm going to talk about Arab representation and diversity."](https://psmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/wafia_esperopsmag.jpg?w=380&h=250&crop=1)
Pop Musician Wafia Is Done Wishing She Was White
The Syrian-Iraqi, queer singer-songwriter discusses family, representation, and why she won't compromise on artistic independence.
‘You Know Who I Am’: Saweetie Demands Recognition and Respect
Saweetie's brash attitude is more than bravado—it's an essential part of her plan to dominate rap.
TOKiMONSTA Refuses to Live With Regret
Producer Jennifer Lee is nominated for a Grammy this year for an album she wrote in the aftermath of life-saving brain surgery.
Women Remaking the Music Industry
A running series in which women musicians of color discuss art, labor, and representation in the music industry.