Allan Jamisen – “This Is Not an Act”
Phoenix-based composer Allan Jamison releases the immersive single “This Is Not An Act,” merging spoken‑word intensity with lush jazz textures and moody electronic production. The track, co‑written with Copenhagen producer Joachim Michaelis and refined by veteran engineer John X Volaitis, showcases saxophone, flute, brass and trip‑hop rhythms that blur lounge and cinematic soundscapes. Lyrically, it explores authenticity, mortality and a spiritual dialogue with a higher self. The song joins Obscure Sound’s Emerging Singles playlist, highlighting Jamison’s genre‑defying evolution.
The Iddy Biddies – ‘The World Inside’
The Iddy Biddies, a Berklee‑based indie collective led by Gene Wallenstein, released their new album *The World Inside* on March 9, 2026. The record weaves psychedelic folk with melodic introspection, opening with the Alan Watts‑inspired track “It’s Just a Show” and moving through...
Lana Crow – “Orwellian Times”
British indie‑pop artist Lana Crow drops the single “Orwellian Times,” a hook‑driven track that shifts from acoustic introspection to a guitar‑charged climax. The song tackles outrage culture, TikTok‑fueled misinformation, and self‑righteousness with sharp lyrical punch. Production blends dreamy vocals, understated...
Shane Revers – ‘Inside Room 17’ EP
Shane Revers, a Milan‑based singer‑songwriter, released his debut EP "Inside Room 17" on March 9, 2026. The six‑track collection merges confessional pop with folk‑inflected melodies, featuring stripped‑back production and emotionally raw vocals. Standout songs such as “Dear,” “Blue,” and the piano‑driven “Stay” highlight...
The SKBs – “Hourglass”
The SKBs released the single “Hourglass,” a centerpiece for their forthcoming album *The Next Stop*. The track adopts a session‑led approach, pairing Leon Cave’s precise drumming with Al Sharp’s strong songwriting and Sara Davey’s commanding vocals. Its blend of high‑fidelity Americana‑rock...
Sarah Sharp – “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” (Bob Dylan Cover)
Jazz vocalist Sarah Sharp released a cover of Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” on her residency album Déjà Vu, recorded live at Austin’s Elephant Room. The rendition transforms the folk classic into a smoky, chamber‑folk meditation, featuring...
True Confessions Takes Tokyo
On March 17, 1986, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty wrapped the first leg of their "True Confessions" tour with a landmark concert in Tokyo, commemorating the 40th anniversary of that performance. The co‑headlining venture spanned 19 shows across Japan and...
Watch Gorillaz Perform “The Moon Cave” And “Clint Eastwood” On “Saturday Night Live”
Gorillaz performed "The Moon Cave" and their classic "Clint Eastwood" on Saturday Night Live, marking the virtual band’s first SNL appearance. The "Moon Cave" set featured Asha Puthli, Black Thought and Anoushka Shankar, while Del the Funky Homosapien joined the "Clint...
Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, Macie Stewart ~ BODY SOUND
Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, and Macie Stewart release *BODY SOUND*, a grapefruit‑colored vinyl that fuses improvisational strings and voice with analog tape processing. The album’s track titles are borrowed from Yoko Ono’s book of text scores, reinforcing its synesthetic concept...
Interview: Maddy Little
Canadian indie alt‑pop artist Maddy Little releases the single “Quicksand,” a quietly devastating reflection on self‑doubt and a relationship slipping away. The track marks the sonic foundation for her upcoming EP and showcases a newly defined artistic identity. Little says...
Strange Plants Come Alive on New Single “Lay Your Mind”
Strange Plants released the new single “Lay Your Mind” on March 9, 2026, the first track from a series of songs slated for release throughout the year. The song channels new‑wave and post‑punk influences from Simple Minds, The Cure, and The Cars while delivering a...
Glimmerjean & Goode Debuts Dance Architecture on “Injured Romantics”
Toronto duo Glimmerjean & Goode released “Injured Romantics,” a moody disco‑rock single that pairs darker, existential lyrics with a rolling bass groove inspired by 70s‑80s Soviet disco. The track emerged from a pandemic‑era poetry exchange between Linny and neighbor Yulia,...
Raphaela Debuts Epic New Single “Lose This Race”
Lebanese‑Canadian singer‑songwriter Raphaela has dropped her latest pop single, “Lose This Race,” a cinematic, high‑energy track that frames love as an unavoidable chase. The song opens with period‑drama‑inspired strings before launching into bright, rhythmic pop, produced by Josh Bogert. Raphaela...
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Rolling Stones: Let’s Spend the Night Together [4K UHD]
Rolling Stones’ 1981 concert film “Let’s Spend the Night Together” has been remastered in 4K UHD by Kino Lorber. Directed by Hal Ashby, the release uses footage from twenty cameras captured during the Tattoo You tour, showcasing Mick Jagger’s high‑energy...
The Maureens – “Me & My Friend”
Dutch indie pop outfit The Maureens have issued a new single, “Me & My Friend,” as a preview of their forthcoming album “Don’t Give Up.” The track leans heavily on 1990s‑style power‑pop, delivering bright jangle guitars and sing‑along hooks that...
Charles Onyeabor Is Preserving A Generational Legacy
Charles Onyeabor has dropped his latest single, “You Can’t Tell Me Nothing,” reinforcing the musical bridge between his father William’s electro‑Afro‑funk legacy and his own genre‑blending vision. Since 2020 he has issued three full‑length projects—*Like Father, Like Son*, *Onyekachi*, and...
Is Streaming Biased Towards Piano?
Apple’s weekly top‑ten streaming chart is led entirely by solo piano recordings, with five piano pieces occupying the first five positions. The list includes works by Yunchan Lim, Alexander Malofeev, Ludovico Einaudi, Max Richter, and Hayato Sumino, suggesting a strong listener preference for piano‑centric classical...
Pamela. – Skin Contact
Sydney‑based indie act Pamela. released the single "Skin Contact," a bass‑driven track that balances a moody, mature vibe with a surprisingly tender melodic line. The song’s production draws listeners toward a nostalgic, youthful atmosphere reminiscent of The xx while retaining...
Mondays with Morgan: Willy Rodriguez – New Album ‘In The Unknown (I Will Find You)’
Puerto Rican‑born drummer Willy Rodriguez will release his new album In The Unknown (I Will Find You) on March 13 via Sunnyside Records. The record features a bassless trio with saxophonist Ingrid Laubrock, pianist Leo Genovese and spoken‑word contributions from...
Cindy – “Procession”
Longtime Bay Area indie outfit Cindy announced their forthcoming album, Another Country, slated for release on April 1, 2026 through independent label Tough Love. The record follows their signature cozy sound, highlighted by the debut single “Procession,” which features Karina...
Lexi Steinberg – Still Want You Here
Lexi Steinberg’s new single “Still Want You Here” drops in 2026, offering a relaxed, cherubic love‑song vibe that diverges from typical chart‑topping ballads. The track streams on Spotify and other major platforms, backed by a modest promotional push on Instagram...
Teen Suicide Unveil New Single ‘Spiders’ From Forthcoming Studio Debut
Indie‑rock outfit Teen Suicide has dropped “Spiders,” the second single from their forthcoming debut studio album Nude Descending Staircase Headless, arriving April 17 via Run For Cover Records. The track marks the band’s first full‑band recording with a human drummer and is produced by...
Shapeshifter – Shapeshifter
Mark Lockheart’s new trio—featuring bassist Huw V Williams and drummer Jay Davis—has released the self‑titled debut album Shapeshifter. The record fuses jazz improvisation with rock‑driven grooves across a 47‑minute runtime, showcasing Lockheart’s rich saxophone tone supported by a locked‑in rhythm...
Trucido Gives In to the Voices on “Epiphanic Delusions of a Spiritual Warfare” (Album Review)
Trucido’s second album, *Epiphanic Delusions of a Spiritual Warfare*, packs 16 minutes of unrelenting grindcore into a ferocious, concept‑driven assault. Recorded and mixed by guitarist Irving Lopez in his garage and bedroom studio, the record showcases blistering blastbeats, crushing riffs,...
Fresh Indiepop From The Cat’s Miaow and the Autocollants
Bandcamp Friday spotlighted a split 7″ featuring The Cat’s Miaow and the Autocollants, released by Shelflife Records. The Autocollants debut new material for the first time since 1999, delivering classic, jangly indie‑pop reminiscent of Jeanines. The Cat’s Miaow contributes a rambling, Velvet Underground‑esque...
Premiere: Cat Clyde Shares New Single “My Love”
Canadian indie artist Cat Clyde is previewing her forthcoming album Mud Blood Bone with the release of a new single, “My Love,” on March 9. The track is a reinterpretation of Marty Robbins’ 1960 song, infused with Clyde’s blend of...
Kelley Stoltz Announces New LP for Dandy Boy Records
Indie musician Kelley Stoltz has unveiled a new track that previews his upcoming LP. The song features a driving bass line, ringing guitars and a space‑age garage aesthetic. The full album, titled "If You Don't Know Me, Buy Now," is...
Monday Morning Video – TopHouse
TopHouse, a Montana‑born band rooted in bluegrass, delivered a high‑energy live show in Boston that married intricate instrumentation with pop‑songcraft. Their performance featured the new track “I Don’t Want to Move On,” taken from the forthcoming 2025 album Theory and...
Ruti, Mala & Larimae Team up for ‘The Monster Remixes’
Essex‑born singer‑songwriter Ruti has released a remix compilation titled “The Monster Remixes,” featuring re‑imagined versions of the track “Monster” from their 2025 EP *Maybe I Got It Wrong*. The original song showcases Ruti’s soulful, melodic style, while electronic producers Mala...
Royal Shakespeare Co Abolishes Head of Music
The Royal Shakespeare Company announced the redundancy of its head of music, Bruce O’Neill, after more than 20 years of service. The decision is part of a company‑wide cost‑cutting restructure that also eliminates two in‑house musician roles. RSC leadership emphasized...
Stereolab :: Emperor Tomato Ketchup at 30
Stereolab’s 1996 breakthrough album *Emperor Tomato Ketchup* turns 30 this month, marking a milestone for a record that blended pop sensibility with avant‑experimental textures. The album’s retro‑futurist approach, borrowing from Gil Scott‑Heron basslines to minimalist three‑word mantras, set a template...
High Speed Snowshoes – Sew My Arms Together
High Speed Snowshoes debuted their new single "Sew My Arms Together" in 2026, a track that appears on the From//October album "Rushing By." The song quickly gained traction on Spotify and Bandcamp, drawing attention for its blend of lo‑fi indie...
Rosalía's Lux Is This Month's Listening Party Dublin Album Event
Rosalía’s 2025 album *Lux*—an orchestral, operatic work recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra and sung in 13 languages—will be spotlighted at Nialler9’s monthly Listen Closely event in Dublin. The listening party is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25 at 7 pm in The Big...
Now & Then: Rose’s Pawn Shop’s American Seams and the Reach of Southern Rock Opera
Rose’s Pawn Shop releases American Seams, a live‑in‑studio album that blends bluegrass, rock, and country storytelling after two decades on the road. Produced by Eric Corne, the record captures a raw, communal sound that mirrors the band’s touring energy. The...
From//October – Missing The Snow
From//October, a Dutch indie act, released the 90‑second track “Missing The Snow,” which the MP3Hugger review describes as warm, gentle slowcore. The song’s concise arrangement packs sweetness and light, drawing comparisons to Low’s “Christmas” EP and the psychedelic pop of...
Dreamers in Exile
Voxtrot, the mid‑2000s indie‑pop darlings, released their second full‑length album, *Dreamers in Exile*, marking a 19‑year gap since their debut. The record, issued on the band’s own Cult Hero label, features richer production with synths, strings, and a polished mix...
Live: Cardinals Play the Newly Reopened Savoy in Cork
Irish indie five‑piece Cardinals performed a sold‑out show at Cork’s newly reopened Savoy Theatre, coinciding with the release of their debut album Masquerade. Formed in Kinsale after the pandemic, the band has quickly become a standout act, earning praise from...
Laura Jurd and RAM Jazz Orchestra
Laura Jurd’s newly arranged big‑band suite premiered with the RAM Jazz Orchestra, transforming her small‑group compositions into a vibrant, folk‑rock‑infused performance. The concert featured a full complement of brass, woodwinds, strings, and guest vocalists, highlighting her return to large‑ensemble writing...
Metropole Orkest at 80 – a Musician’s Perspective
The Metropole Orkest celebrated its 80th anniversary, highlighting its evolution from a post‑war Dutch government‑founded ensemble to a genre‑bending laboratory. Horn player Pieter Hunfeld reflects on the orchestra’s singular configuration and its role in bridging jazz, pop, film scores and...
Pīwaka – Start Again
New Zealand indie folk act Pīwaka, fronted by Josh McGettigan, released the single “Start Again” in 2026. Critics praised its wonky elegance, noting a blend of folk‑rock sensibilities with off‑kilter pop reminiscent of Belle & Sebastian. The track’s lush string...
Parents In Jazz: Monika Herzig
Monika Herzig, a German‑born pianist, Vice Rector at Jam Music Lab University and leader of the all‑female jazz ensemble Sheroes, shares how she balances a global performance career with parenting two adult children. She stresses the need for a reliable...
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Peaches at Knockdown Center [Photos]
Peaches headlined a concert at Brooklyn’s Knockdown Center on March 9, 2026, captured in a series of vivid photographs. The performance featured the artist in a full-body red inflatable suit, dancing and holding a microphone above the crowd. The visual...
Cédric Elisabeth
Cédric Elisabeth, a French electronic musician based in Paris, released his latest album Le Chemin du Rêve at the end of February 2024. The seven‑track record continues his signature blend of cool synth pads and floating melodies, echoing the ambient‑house style...
Pranatricks – “Courtenay’s Eyes”
Indie psych‑folk artist Pranatricks has released the new single “Courtenay’s Eyes” as a preview for his upcoming third album, Infiniteness, slated for April 2. The track fuses psychedelic folk, 90s‑era Brit rock and vocal stylings reminiscent of Michael Stipe and...
YOLZ Prays For Renewal on ‘Agua De Mayo’
Dominican‑born, London‑based musician YOLZ has unveiled "Agua de Mayo," the lead track on her new EP "Migration From Within." The song draws on the Caribbean belief that the first May rain possesses healing and purifying powers, framing it as a...
Max Ceddo – “The Crack-Up”
New York‑based indie outfit Max Ceddo has dropped "The Crack‑Up," the lead single from an upcoming album. The song channels the melancholy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s essay, pairing piano‑driven melodies with a nostalgic early‑2010s indie‑pop vibe. Critics note its playful...
Kelsey Mines & Erin Rogers - Scratching at the Surface (Relative Pitch, 2025)
Relative Pitch released *Scratching at the Surface*, a free‑jazz collaboration between bassist Kelsey Mines and saxophonist Erin Rogers. Both musicians, fresh from solo projects on the same label, recorded the album after a live pairing in Brooklyn. The record blends...
Drum & Lace ~ Terra
Drum & Lace has released the EP "Terra" on the Mesh imprint, marking a strategic shift to a label known for multidisciplinary projects. The five-track record draws on folklore and nature, with each piece inspired by a different element and...
Noah Kahan – The Great Divide
Noah Kahan’s latest single “The Great Divide” delves into the painful process of releasing an old flame, pairing confessional lyrics with a five‑minute folk‑rock arrangement. Critics note the song’s vivid, John Darnielle‑style storytelling but are divided on Kahan’s nasal vocal...
Charli XCX – Always Everywhere
Charli XCX’s "Always Everywhere" drops as a centerpiece of the Wuthering Heights soundtrack and its companion album, marrying gothic string arrangements with her signature metallic synths. Critics applaud the track’s baroque orchestration while questioning the emotional depth of her vocal...