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Sierra - a.k.a. The Playlist Girl - curates R&B, Rap, Alternative, Indie, and Soul with intention. No pay-to-play, no fluff. Just records that live in your rotation.

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Discover story-driven playlists, independent artists, and records worth keeping in your rotation—all curated by Sierra, The Playlist Girl.

Meet Sierra — The Playlist Girl

The Playlist Girl began as a series of carefully sequenced playlists shared with friends. It grew into a full music curation platform focused on feeling, storytelling, and giving independent artists a real spotlight.

Artists worth keeping close.

Meet three artists Sierra believes deserve a closer listen.

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: MERGES

An emerging voice in alternative R&B worth getting familiar with. Some artists have a way of grabbing your attention without doing too much, and Merges is one of them.

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: EJ ROSS

A fresh voice bringing soul and vulnerability to modern R&B. There’s a new generation of R&B artists making their mark, and Los Angeles native EJ Ross is certainly one to pay attention to.

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: CARI

One of the UK’s emerging voices redefining the boundaries of alternative R&B. West London’s CARI is an artist whose music deserves your attention.

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Original, non‑AI music only. Sierra listens weekly and only covers what resonates — no forced praise.

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  • You only receive coverage if Sierra genuinely connects with the music.
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Note: Submission does not guarantee a review. If your music aligns with Sierra’s curation, you’ll hear from her.

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Yearning

Larissa Lambert

A dreamy, nostalgic 14-track journey through R&B, pop, and dance, with Larissa’s vocals at its center.

No Option

Courtney Shilo

A smooth R&B record about reaching your limit and finding the confidence to choose yourself.

Soul

Gentlewoman

Cleo Sol

Cleo Sol meets the human experience with warm, soulful musicianship and a voice that makes every emotion feel understood.

R&B

PEYOTE

Ambrè

An immersive R&B world that unfolds with every listen, carried by Ambrè’s restraint and emotional detail.

Soul

Who Coppin

Larry June

Smooth, soulful, and self-assured: Larry June stays true to the sound and lifestyle that made him distinct.

Indie

FINAL SAY

Zae France

A smooth, replayable R&B album where Zae France sharpens his strengths without losing his identity.

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