More Than Music: How Dolly Doops Uses Art to Heal, Connect, and Empower

In a world where authenticity is often filtered, Dolly Doops is refreshingly real. Based in London by way of the Isle of Wight and New York, the queer indie-pop artist crafts music that’s as emotionally raw as it is sonically infectious. Whether she’s blending synth-driven beats with vulnerable lyrics, or volunteering at a community arts organization for the unhoused, Dolly is constantly exploring how creativity connects us — and how identity shapes the stories we tell. To find out more, read below.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 57.5Angelina DeSalvoSeptember 24, 2025music, empowering, empowering women, queer, authenticity, indie, pop, art, songwritingComment

Television Skies Sings Without Disguise

Television Skies is a New York based duo with a rebellious spirit and unwavering authenticity. Their newly released single, Time of My Life, speaks to facing the unknown and might just be able to help you feel a little less alone during this time where we’re facing a lot of uncertainty. Teasing their upcoming album in this interview, they share a few songs we can expect to make it onto the track list. In response to the recent LA fires, Television Skies stresses the importance of supporting each other in times of need no matter the distance by playing shows to raise money for those affected by the fires. To show their support for struggling artists, they also partner with Sweet Relief and Letters Relief Charity, organizations dedicated to turning community support directly into real help for musicians. To learn more about Television Skies and their upcoming album, read on.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 57.1Eva Elisa WellsMay 6, 2025music artist, music industry, music duo, Musicians, benefit concert, alternative music, alternative, punk, charity, charitywork, authenticity, New York, New Single, bandComment