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Want more housing market stories from Lance Lamberts ResiClubin your inbox?Subscribeto theResiClubnewsletter.In the past few years, the housing market has experienced a lock-in effect, in which many homeowners with lower monthly payments and mortgage rates (some even below 3%) are unwilling to sell and purchase another home with a significantly higher monthly payment and mortgage rate. Last year, researchers from the Federal Housing Finance Agency estimated that the lock-in effect had resulted in more than a million lost home sales. But what mortgage rate would it take for homeowners to consider moving?ResiClub aimed to find out with the ResiClub Housing Sentiment Survey. In total, 650 U.S. adults participated in the survey between February 21 and March 4, 2025. We asked U.S. homeownersexcluding those who said they plan to never sell or would pay all cash for their next homewhat the highest mortgage rate is that they would accept on their next home purchase.Only 16% of homeowners said theyd accept a mortgage rate up to 7% on their next purchase. Just over half of homeowners (54%) said theyd accept a mortgage rate up to 5.5% on their next purchase.Our biggest regret with this survey question is that we didnt start conducting it quarterly or semiannually back in 2022. Our hypothesis is that, over time, as mortgage rates have remained higher for longer than consumers expected, the mortgage rate that potential homeownerswho are selling to buyare willing to accept has been rising. Some homeowners are realizing that sub-4% mortgage rates arent coming back anytime soon. And as they experience more lifestyle changes (like having more kids) and see increases in their incomes, their personal switching costs are shifting. Some are beginning to recognize that theyll need to make a move at some point.That said, homeowners arent going to sell and buy something new if they cant qualify for or afford their next mortgage at current rates. And many homeowners who have the itch to move have come to realize they fall into that camp.That raises the question: Where do U.S. consumers think the average 30-year fixed-mortgage rate will be at the end of 2025? The majority believe it will stay at 6% or above:4% of U.S. adults said 7.5%9% of U.S. adults said 7.0% to 7.5%34% of U.S. adults said 6.5% to 7.0%39% of U.S. adults said 6.0% to 6.5%10% of U.S. adults said 5.5% to 6.0%3% of U.S. adults said 5.0% to 5.5%2% of U.S. adults said under 5.0%

Feeling burned out? It could be costing your company millions of dollars each year in lost productivity and employee turnover.A new study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine estimates that employee burnout in the U.S. costs somewhere between $4,000 and $21,000 per worker per year.Do the numbers, and that adds up to about $5 million per year for a company with 1,000 employees. (Another way to look at it: Employee disengagement, or burnout, can cost 0.2 to 2.9 times the average cost of health insurance, and 3.3 to 17.1 times the cost of training per employee.)The research is based on a computational simulation model developed by the Public Health Informatics, Computational, and Operations Researchteam based at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, working with researchers from Baruch College, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of San Diego Knauss School of Business.The model works by simulating how an employee fares at different stages over timefrom active engagement to disengagement and burnoutbased on stressors the employee encounters both in the workplace (workload, community, control, rewards, fairness, and value) and outside work (family, cultural and psychological environment, finances, and health). It even looks at how a freelance or hourly employee would do versus a salaried one.The team then ran the model to estimate the resulting cost of employee productivity losses to employers. It found a nonmanagerial hourly worker going through burnout would cost an employer on average $3,999.That average cost rose to $4,257 for a nonmanagerial salaried worker, $10,824 for a manager, and $20,683 for an executive.According to the Mayo Clinic, job burnout is defined as a type of stress linked to work. It includes being worn out physically or emotionally, and may involve feeling useless, powerless, and empty. While burnout isnt a medical diagnosis, it can raise the risk of depression and has been tied to anxiety.A lot has been written about the health consequences of employee burnout, but less has been written about the financial effects.Our model quantifies how much employee burnout is hitting the bottom line of companies and organizations, Bruce Y. Lee, CUNY SPH professor and senior author of the study, said in a statement. Therefore, it can give companies and organizations a better idea of how focusing more on employee well-being could help decrease costs and increase profits.

Ceramics is a timeless art with its roots stretching back thousands of years. It derives its name from the Greek word keramos, and its origins date to ancient times. Clay, being an abundant natural resource, was mixed with water and fired to create utensils and pottery. The earliest traces of pottery appeared in Eastern Asia, and its use expanded during the Neolithic era (9,000 B.C.) with settled communities. Additionally, the invention of the wheel around 3,500 B.C. enabled the modeling of pottery with radial symmetry. There was a continuous evolution in pottery, and by the 16th century, pottery was widely produced in Europe and the Middle East, with techniques spreading throughout the world via the Silk Road.In modern times, the Uniek is a compact, portable pottery wheel designed for creative exploration anywhere. This battery-powered device is roughly the size of a medium Bluetooth speaker, and it offers a fun and accessible introduction to pottery for all ages. Featuring a colorful, retro design, it includes a knob to control speeds up to 3,000 RPM and two interchangeable wheel sizes (45mm and 65mm) that are suitable for air-dry or terracotta clay. The lower section integrates a built-in toolkit, while a water pool helps keep the clay moist during use.This pottery wheel is perfect for shaping and molding small-scale clay pieces. It is not intended for professional pottery but functions as a practice tool or creative sandbox. It allows users to learn the basics of pottery, like throwing and molding, with ease. The Uniek is lightweight, easy to maintain, and perfect for beginners or anyone looking to experiment with clay. Its portable design makes pottery fun and accessible, allowing users to enjoy the creative process anywhere. Some key innovations in ceramics and pottery include:Illuminated CeramicsIn recent years, pottery has evolved through the fusion of ceramics and light, which attempts to blend traditional craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities. Craftsmen have adopted an experimental approach to create pieces that are functional and decorative and can serve as lamps or light sources. This innovative combination enhances the aesthetic appeal of the artwork and adds a new dimension to its design. It also represents a sustainable approach that opens up new possibilities for artistic expression. While continuous innovation drives craftsmen to explore fresh ideas, the natural beauty of clay is beautifully complemented by the soft glow of light to create a captivating effect.The Nophore series combines ancient design with modern innovation and transforms traditional terracotta amphorae into beautiful neon-lit art pieces. Inspired by the timeless curved shapes of ancient vessels, these ceramic jars are enhanced with glowing light tubes that wind around and into their forms to create an otherworldly effect. The jars earthy terracotta material is given a glossy finish with a special enamel made from natural materials, which reflects and amplifies the neon lights.When the surrounding lights are turned off, only the glowing outlines of the jars remain, casting an eerie and shadowy presence reminiscent of futuristic artifacts. These pieces serve as functional lamps and decorative objects that blend ancient craftsmanship with contemporary technology. The juxtaposition of old-world design and modern lighting highlights the evolution of manufacturing and offers a unique, eye-catching addition to any space inspired by the milestones of civilization.Elisa Ubertis handcrafted stoneware lamps and sculptures are a striking fusion of art and functionality. Each piece is meticulously crafted, with organic curves and shapes formed through spontaneous gestures yet balanced with technical precision. Ubertis lamps provide subtle illumination, casting a soft glow that enhances the surroundings without overwhelming the space. Each lamp is crafted from stoneware and showcases the beauty of handcrafted ceramics, with no molds or templates used in its creation.Inspired by nature, architecture, and nomadism, Ubertis designs evoke a sense of warmth and shelter. The tactile, comforting forms of her lamps invite interaction, while their sculptural quality allows them to stand alone as conversation pieces. Some lamps are painted to add vibrant character and highlight the artistic nature of each piece. Ubertis work celebrates the timeless beauty of ceramics and transforms each piece into functional art that enriches any space.Biomorphic DesignBiomorphic design in pottery draws inspiration from living organisms as it captures natures essence and symbolizes life and growth. As clay is closely connected to nature, biomorphic design emphasizes organic life, fluidity, and irregularity. The biomorphic design celebrates the imperfections of the natural world and may include shapes and patterns from nature, like leaves, water, and flowers, reflected through asymmetry and curves. Also, the tactile nature of the materials evokes the textures of natural forms, while the pieces are dynamic and often suggest movement alongside continuous growth. Biomorphic pottery blends modern technology with glazing techniques and invites interaction and appreciation for natures beauty and complexity.Jessica Thompson-Lee, a Brooklyn-based ceramic artist originally from Kansas City, Mo., is redefining ceramics by blending form and function in unique, tactile designs. Inspired by the organic beauty of coral reefs, cellular structures, and mycelium networks, her work features biomorphic designs that invite interaction. Her mugs, for example, have handles that stretch and sprawl like living extensions of the vessel, offering playful and unconventional ways to hold and engage with them.Thompson-Lees creative process, which she calls sketching with clay, is spontaneous and fluid, using liquid clay to create forms on a plaster slab. Once shaped, she hand-builds handles and refines the pieces before adding vibrant glazes and intricate patterns. Her creations are not just objects to be admired; they also encourage interaction and invite one to touch, hold, and explore these intricate biomorphic designs, which are abstract works of art.Pottery with CNC TechnologyCNC milling is a modern pottery technique used to carve, shape, and texture ceramics. This method is ideal for creating intricate designs that are difficult to achieve by hand, and it also allows for precise mold production for mass pottery manufacturing. By combining advanced technology with traditional craftsmanship, CNC milling enables the creation of biomorphic, abstract, and detailed designs that can enhance the visual appeal of pottery. The process starts with a digital design, which is converted into instructions for the CNC machine, where the machine uses rotating cutting tools, often diamond-coated or carbide, to remove material from the ceramic to minimize wear due to the materials hardness.In this example, Ceramic Bodies is a collection of four porcelain vases by designer Jrg Hugo, where each piece appears to melt into the next like a three-dimensional puzzle. The vases are intentionally deformed using a technique called geometric optimization, which minimizes structural mass and energy while maintaining stability. This approach ensures each vase fits together seamlessly, with imprints and depressions on the surface that add texture and visual interest. The plaster molds for the vases are CNC-milled from gypsum blocks that allow for precise sizing and streamlined production.In this process, before molding, the porcelain bodies are 3D scanned, re-topologized, and modified to adjust for scale, shrinkage, and stability to ensure a perfect final result. The project merges traditional ceramic artistry with modern digital techniques and allows for creating intricate, sculptural designs that maintain the essence of handcrafted work while improving efficiency and precision in the production process. As a result, this innovative method is a digital way to save time and create art that looks handcrafted.Ceramics, an art form steeped in history, continues to evolve with modern innovations that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. The introduction of compact pottery wheels, illuminated ceramics, biomorphic designs, and CNC technology demonstrates the dynamic fusion of heritage and technology.These advancements not only honor the legacy of ancient pottery but also invite creative exploration and interaction, making ceramics more accessible and engaging. As artists like Jessica Thompson-Lee and Elisa Uberti push boundaries, they showcase the endless possibilities within this timeless medium, encouraging both seasoned artisans and newcomers to explore the profound beauty and versatility of ceramics in the modern world.The post Pottery Trends And Innovation: Ancient Art Meets Cutting-Edge Tech first appeared on Yanko Design.

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Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 74, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If youre new here, welcome, sorry in advance for my terrible TV taste, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, Ive been reading about Bybit, Walmart, and sports analytics; devouring the first season of Running Point and the seventh season of Drive to Survive; listening to Scam Inc and Tested; obsessing over my progress in Fantasy Hike; getting the hang of Tiny Wings again; and making a lot of pancakes for a toddler who suddenly wont eat anything else.I also have for you a couple of exciting new Apple products, some fun stuff to watch this weekend, the return of a legendary social media platform, and much more. Plus, Im an idiot. More on that in a minute. Lets dig in.(As always, the best part of Installer is your ideas and tips. What are you into right now? What are you playing / reading / watching / downloading / building / eating with toast this week? Tell me everything: installer@theverge.com. And if you know someone else who might enjoy Installer, tell them to subscribe here.)The DropThe new MacBook Air. The MacBook Air is probably my longest-running default recommendation. If you just want a laptop, no follow-up questions, get an Air. This ones faster and has a better webcam, and I even like the pale blue here. And its cheaper! A miracle!The new iPad. The new iPad Air got all of Apples attention this week, but I think the new base model is the bigger deal. This is the iPad Id tell most people to buy I wish it had gotten a bigger chip bump, but thisll still do iPad things nicely. And $349 is the right price.Split Fiction. I need more gamer friends, because wow does this game look like a fun co-op. It looks like Blade Runner and Tron. Theres a company called Radar. There are puzzles and fights and seriously, who wants to play a lot of this with me? Like, right now.Daredevil: Born Again. I always liked the old Daredevil series and Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock. As ever with Marvel TV, this one sounds a little uneven in its execution and requires an annoying amount of lore knowledge, but I still enjoy watching some kickass crime fighting. And theres plenty of it.The Nothing Phone 3A. Nothing might be the most interesting company in smartphones right now. Its doing really cool, unique stuff, and it seems to be really starting to dial in its cameras. I particularly like the new Essential Space feature that collects and organizes all the photos, screenshots, and other stuff your phone accumulates all day.Technology isnt fun anymore. In this video, Drew Gooden puts words to what I think a lot of people are feeling about the state of technology right now. I dont agree with all of it, but its a pretty solid argument and raises a lot of questions about why we feel so disillusioned with the state of things and what better would even look like.Twitter: Breaking the Bird. A four-part CNN series, starting on Sunday, about how Twitter got big, changed the world, and screwed up a million ways along the journey. I know this story pretty well, but Im still fascinated to see how this series tries to make sense of it all.Deli Boys. I swear Ive been seeing ads for this show in my feeds for, like, a decade. But it seems to be funny and timely a comedy, a crime show, and a critique of capitalism? As ever, give me more fun half-hour shows. Im in on this one.. Pokmon with guns continues to be a thing, and its now available on any Mac with at least an M1 chip. It sounds like crossplay doesnt work, though, so make sure you have Mac friends to play with. Digg. Right now, the new Digg is just a landing page and a signup list. But having spent some time with the folks bringing it back (including original creator Kevin Rose), Im excited to see what new ideas about online community might turn into over time.This week is Installer 74. Until about six minutes ago, I thought it was Installer 75, which meant it would have been time for me to share my own homescreen, as I do every 25 issues here. Since I am terrible at counting, I neglected to find someone else to share their homescreen in this space. (This is the kind of week Im having. Send good vibes.)Anyway! It turns out there are no actual rules around here, so were jumping the gun a week and since so many of you liked seeing Charlie Hardings computer screen a couple of weeks ago, Im going to show you mine. So here is a (mostly) unfiltered look at whats happening on my computer right now:The computer: a base model M4 Mac Mini, which I bought last fall. It does not have enough USB-C ports, but I love it nonetheless.The wallpaper: The 1984-era Macintosh wallpaper that comes with MacOS Sequoia. I have it in gray I like it better in other colors, but then the screen reflection gives my face a sort of sickly hue. So its gray.The apps: Mimestream, Messages, Fission, Downie, Signal, WhatsApp, FaceTime, Spotify, Things, Calendar, 1Password, Notion Calendar, Notion, Anybox, Arc, MyMind, Craft, Slack, NotePlan, App Store, Loopback, Settings, iPhone Mirroring, VLC, Apple Frames, Vocaster Hub, Quicktime, Chrome, TextEdit.I use most of these apps on a daily basis. (I have no idea why Calendar is here. I never use Calendar.) A bunch of them Fission, Downie, VLC, Loopback are for various podcasting-related things. I use Notion for all my project management stuff and NotePlan for my day-to-day tasks and notes. Once a week or so, I debate switching everything into Craft just because the app is so lovely (but still just a feature or two away from what I need). MyMind and Anybox are for storing links, images, and other stuff I might want or need later, and everything else is pretty self-explanatory. I really recommend downloading desktop versions of all your messaging apps; I am now the worlds fastest texter because Im hardly ever texting from my phone.I go through phases with my computer. Ill let the desktop and downloads folder get really messy, then spend an hour organizing and deleting things. Ill let my dock get unwieldy and then organize it all at once. Sometimes Im a religious one-app-at-a-time person, and other times I open so many windows on my 27-inch screen that I can barely read them all. But mostly, honestly, I live in the browser. Ive been using Arc for years (I use Chrome because our podcast-recording software likes it better, but for nothing else) and perpetually have between three and eight windows full of tabs. Its bonkers, but its the only way I know.My most important recent upgrade has been going all-in on Raycast. I use it for opening apps, managing windows, changing settings, accessing apps, and much more. It took me a while to really start using it like a power user, and its still not the most user-friendly tool out there, but it has made a huge difference in how efficiently I use my computer. CrowdsourcedHeres what the Installer community is into this week. I want to know what youre into right now, as well! Email installer@theverge.com or message me on Signal @davidpierce.11 with your recommendations for anything and everything, and well feature some of our favorites here every week. For more great recommendations, check out this post on Threads and this post on Bluesky. (But I think Im about done with Threads, so pretty soon itll just be Bluesky.)You should check out the Feeeed app. Probably the best representation of a timeline app Ive seen to date. DanielFountain pens. Who knew?! In a world full of Notions which I use and love I wanted an analog outlet for my brain dumps and light journaling. That led me to this TWSBI pen and this ink. The pen has a piston mechanism that makes it super easy to suck up ink. Love the feeling of the nib on paper. And dont get me started on how cool ink bottles can be. Good times. AustinMoonbound by Robin Sloan. Highly recommend it. Its like Ursula K. Le Guin writing about Thundarr the barbarian crossed with Narnia. JoeWorking at a computer all day and reading on my phone all evening really strains my eyes. Ive downloaded the LookAway app for Mac to actually enforce my opticians advice of resting my eyes, and its worth every penny. My eyes feel a lot more comfortable at work now. For my reading, Ive bought a Boox Palma with the FeedMe app using Feedbin as an RSS service the verdict is still out on how much itll help my eyes, but its a really interesting device. TomIve found CheapCharts, a great app to track when Apple movie prices are discounted. Ive got myself some real bargains and reduced the low-level stress of switching streaming services off and on. ChrisFive Books, if you want some non-obvious books on a subject for serious reading. AstridI started using Bend 26 days ago after it was mentioned in The New York Times. The streak nature has me hooked, and the five-minute wake up routine is a low hurdle with a defined time limit so I know when to get on with my day. Good luck on getting more flexible! SeanI wanted to put a quick shout out for the series Six Nations: Full Contact on Netflix. Think DTS but for rugby. And for the uninitiated, rugby is often described as the NFL without pads. AlexTo cope with the US continued descent into unitary religious authoritarianism, Im doing what any sane person would and starting the Horus Heresy series of Warhammer 40k books! LuisSonoPhone and SonoPad. These apps blow away the Sonos app. TonyI cant believe yall havent posted anything about Pantheon, the animated series on Netflix! I actually just discovered it myself, but its in its third season, and its an amazing futuristic techy thriller. Check it out! ErikSigning offA weird thing about TikTok is that the algorithm is so diverse and so specific that there arent a lot of shared experiences on the platform. That means that when I say the sentence, I cant believe how invested I got in the Zach vs. Danny cup game battle, a few of you are going to get really excited and the vast majority are going to have absolutely no idea what Im talking about. The short version: its two brothers competing to see who can win a TikTok game, in which you toss a ball into a line of cups the fastest. (This link is a complete and total spoiler of the whole thing.) Its both incredibly boring and absolutely riveting, and I have checked TikTok for updates every single day for nearly six weeks. And now Im wondering how many equally awesome things are happening on other corners of the internet. If theres something online that youre outrageously, unnecessarily, and embarrassingly invested in, I want to know about it. And good news: Zach and Danny are back at it again. And youve barely missed anything.See you next week!See More:

From returning elder statesmen to the next wave of artists and producers fusing musical genres, Austin is packed this year with pioneer performers. With EDM, electropunk, country, grunge, indie, goth, rap, hip hop, Americana, R&B and more music lovers can experience a rainbow of categorization-defying styles.With so many acts spanning the festivals venues, weve collected the musical highlights from South by Southwest 2025 to make sure that nobody passes under the radar. Happy listening.Koe WetzelCountry music fans have never been more open to genre experimentation and outside influence. The success of artists like Jelly Roll, HARDY, and Shaboozey proves that theres an audience for hip-hop, hard rock, and metal-infused country music, and the next artist primed for a mainstream crossover breakout is Koe Wetzel. Fusing grunge and outlaw country with pristine pop production, Wetzel fits comfortably in a country lineage while pushing the genre forward. With a summer opening for Morgan Wallen in football stadiums ahead, Wetzel should be country musics next household name.ColdwaveNot to be confused with the gothy, atmospheric genre of the same name, Coldwave is a hard-charging six-piece indie rock band from Adelaide, Australia. Coldwave combines rafter-reaching guitars and swelling horns with bandleader Harrison Evans talk-singing vocals, the type that seems to be all the rage in the post-punk scene. Those who miss the Isaac Wood-led iteration of Black Country, New Road will find comfort in Coldwaves most recent single, The Ants b/w Italia 06.Quelle RoxBrooklyn-based, self-proclaimed chonga artist Quelle Rox creates what she calls Spanglish Dream Pop. All it takes is one listen to tracks like apareces de la nada and mas bonita to see the vision; spacey synth textures, wobbly guitars, and vintage R&B-tinged vocals make you feel like youre floating in a neon-hued Miami dreamscape. Rox, who also goes by Rocky, has a warm versatility that would fit just as well on a bill with Kali Uchis as with Mac DeMarco.DIE SLOThree Austin-based hip-hop groups joined forces to form DIE SLO Entertainment, a collective greater than the sum of its parts. United by their motto Stay humble but stay hungry, DIE SLO features core members Sertified, SouthSide Hippie, WKDZD, and Clova, emcees with different skill sets and cultural backgrounds who nonetheless coalesce. The groups latest single, Still Holdin, featuring Clova icily gliding over Cassidy Fishers waterfall keys, signals this camp is just getting started.TerraplanaUnfortunately, we werent able to hear Brazilian shoegaze band Terraplanas sophomore record, Natural, by the time of writing, but if lead single Charlie is any indication, were in for a treat. Featuring classic quiet-loud dynamics, alternatingly lush and abrasive guitar leads, and bassist/vocalist Stephani Heuczuk floating above it all like a siren in dark waters, Charlie is an instant attention-grabber in an increasingly crowded field. Terraplana has more moves than just the typical shoegaze playbook, flirting with grunge, emo, and even Britpop in the past, so were excited to see what other tricks they have up their sleeve.Kap BambinoFrances Kap Bambino first graced SXSW in 2009, where their coarse electropunk style put them in the same lineage as Atari Teenage Riot and made them contemporaries with Crystal Castles. But with chiptune and hyperpop rising with a new generation, Orion Bouvier and Caroline Martial find themselves returning to Austin as elder statesmen. Wildly unpredictable and known for their kinetic live performances, Kap Bambino are performing tunes from their new record, set to be released on Cleopatra Records in March 2025.CardinalsWith cosigns from fellow countryman Fontaines D.C. and Kneecap, Irelands Cardinals fuse swaggering indie rock with Irish trad folk and hints of shoegaze. Their bio namechecks Andy Warhols Factory and Phil Spectors Wall of Sound; the use of squeeze box on Roseland recalls the Pogues, and the distorted vocals on Amphetamines instantly conjures images of Julian Casablancas in midtown Manhattan. While Cardinals are clearly rock traditionalists, singles like Get It show they have the chops and confidence to echo legacy acts without falling into pastiche.ChanMilwaukees Sebastian Oliva had no musical experience before deciding to dive headfirst into music production in 2012. Now known as Chan, hes assembled an impressive catalog of EDMtracks that blend traditional Mexican styles with dance music. Whether hes remixing regional Mexican music for the club or creating his own bangers that combine banda, cumbia, merengue, and other Latin styles into something thoroughly fresh, Chans irresistible beats will supercharge your dance moves.luvisHailing from Uji, Kyoto, multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter luvis makes genre-crossing alternative music that pulls as much from R&B, soul, and jazz as from guitar-based indie rock. His public playlists on Spotify are just as likely to have My Bloody Valentine and Boards of Canada as Minako Yoshida and Haruomi Hosono. Having appeared on NPRs World Cafe, luvis breezy style is accessible enough for mass consumption yet distinct, making one-to-one comparisons tricky. He brings to mind indie pop acts like Still Woozy but feels capable of so much more.Join our mailing listGet the best of Den of Geek delivered right to your inbox!FILLYAfter a Brat Summer, Austrias FILLY seems primed for an American breakout of her own. Her latest single, Whatever Happens, even has a cover featuring a familiar shade of green. The rising hyperpop artist mixes classic pop hooks with drum and bass touchstones, and her shimmery vocals and buoyant energy are like a sugar rush you dont want to end. Songs like Sweat throw a fresh coat of paint on early 00s electropop signifiers.InvokeAustins own Invoke is a multi-instrumental quartet that attempts to wrap its arms around the entirety of the traditional American songbook. Whether its bluegrass, Americana, Appalachian folk, jazz, or classical, Invoke pushes the classic string quartet in progressive, ineffable directions. The groups resume is sprawling, academic, philanthropic, and damn impressive featuring countless collaborations, commissioning projects, residencies, workshops, and more. Youd be hard-pressed to find a more decorated, accomplished group of musicians at SXSW.Squid the KidGenre-bending Squid the Kid makes a funky mix of hip-hop, R&B, and pop, garnering comparisons to KAYTRANADA and Anderson .Paak. With infectious charisma and an effortless flow, the Melbourne native shifts in and out of melodic crooning and credible rapping on his latest EP, KOZY TAPE, sometimes sounding like three distinct artists on one track. The effect creates a bullet-proof collection of feel-good bops, the type of music that will have you smiling and feeling just as fab as Squid the Kid sounds.