Chance Peña, hailing from Tyler, Texas, has risen as a defining voice of his generation. As a singer-songwriter and producer, he’s gained recognition for his introspective lyrics and haunting vocal prowess. You might recognize some of his chart-topping singles like “In My Room,” “Up, Up & Away,” and “War.” His most recent release, “i am not who i was,” delves into Chance’s contemplation of personal transformation, stepping into a new phase of life that may leave loved ones astounded. Pop Culturalist had the privilege of catching up with Chance, who
Writer-director Jennifer Cram is an exciting new voice in the industry who is making her feature film debut with Sick Girl. When Wren Pepper (Nina Dobrev) feels her closest friends slipping away, she lets loose a little white lie that snowballs into a colossal, life-altering event. The film is a hilarious take on the price of insecurity and the rewards of true friendship. Wendi McLendon-Covey (The Goldbergs), Dan Bakkedahl (Veep), Brandon Mychal Smith (Four Weddings and a Funeral), Stephanie Koenig (The Flight Attendant), Hayley Magnus (The Dressmaker), and Sherry Cola
Alex Pastrana is an up-and-coming talent who is captivating audiences with his transformative performance in Netflix’s addictive hit series, Elite. Now in its seventh season, Elite follows the lives of three working-class teenagers who begin attending an exclusive private school in Spain and the clash between them and the wealthy students. Alex shines as Raul, the villain in the series, who commits unthinkable acts. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to speak with Alex about Elite Season 7, playing his despicable character, the Elite fandom, and more. PC: You discovered your
Emerging as a prominent figure in the dark pop genre, Ellise epitomizes the essence of a hitmaker. Boasting an impressive following of over a million monthly listeners on Spotify, Ellise has audiences under her spell with mesmerizing tracks like “911,” “Nightmares,” and “Lilith.” Her distinctive musical style effortlessly combines elements of the eerie and sinister, complemented by introspective lyrics that provide a comforting refuge for her fans to contemplate their thoughts. Pop Culturalist had the pleasure of recently catching up with Ellise to discuss her latest EP, Over Her Dead