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Kaval – Drum Answer
BlogMar 10, 2026

Kaval – Drum Answer

French producer Kaval released the Drum Answer EP on Bristol‑based label Club Djembe, reviving UK funky influences within a broader African‑Caribbean palette. The six‑track record opens with the breezy “Floating Island” and builds through percussive cuts like “Mechanical” and the...

By First Floor
Circling Back to Figure Eight
BlogMar 10, 2026

Circling Back to Figure Eight

Figure Eight, an emerging indie act, has issued a new 7‑inch single through Cherub Dream Records. The track opens with a two‑minute stretch of airy, patient sound before erupting into a wall of ambient distortion. Critics note the deliberate contrast...

By Austin Town Hall
Aealo (Re-Recorded)
BlogMar 10, 2026

Aealo (Re-Recorded)

Greek black‑metal veterans Rotting Christ have re‑recorded their 2010 album Aealo, releasing the updated version through Season of Mist in 2026. The new mix addresses the original’s thin production with modern mastering, but pushes vocalist Sakis Tolis forward, sometimes at the expense...

By Under the Radar
Special Friend Share Isolation Single
BlogMar 10, 2026

Special Friend Share Isolation Single

The indie duo Special Friend has unveiled their new LP, delivering a mix of upbeat singles and a softer, Camera Obscura‑style pop sound. The record showcases the group’s trademark vocal harmonies and feather‑light guitar jangle. Their lead single “Clipping” will be...

By Austin Town Hall
CHALK’s Crystalpunk: Defining a New Genre
BlogMar 10, 2026

CHALK’s Crystalpunk: Defining a New Genre

Belfast duo CHALK released their debut album Crystalpunk, a nine‑track record that fuses electronic, punk, and rave elements into a self‑coined genre. The album opens with the abrasive ‘Tongue’ and includes standout singles like ‘Pain’ and ‘Can’t Feel It’, which...

By Indie Is Not A Genre
Tilaye’s Saxophone With The Dahlak Band ((የጥላዬ ሳክስ ከዳህላክ ባንድ ጋር))
BlogMar 10, 2026

Tilaye’s Saxophone With The Dahlak Band ((የጥላዬ ሳክስ ከዳህላክ ባንድ ጋር))

Tilaye Gebre’s saxophone performance with the Dahlak Band, recorded in the late 1970s, was captured in a single‑take, single‑mic live session at Addis Ababa’s Ghion Hotel. The nine‑track album delivers a slow‑burning, groove‑centric sound that feels both nocturnal and bright,...

By Aquarium Drunkard
Youbet Share Receive Video
BlogMar 10, 2026

Youbet Share Receive Video

Youbet is riding the current grunge revival by infusing the genre’s gritty guitar work with subtle pop melodies. Their new single demonstrates this blend, offering both distortion‑driven intensity and catchy hooks. The band will release a self‑titled LP on May 1...

By Austin Town Hall
Cornelia Murr Shares “Come Undone” Ahead of Spring Tour
BlogMar 10, 2026

Cornelia Murr Shares “Come Undone” Ahead of Spring Tour

Cornelia Murr has dropped the single “Come Undone,” featuring harpist Céline Dessberg and produced by Frank Maston in his Paris studio. The track’s airy arrangement underscores Murr’s gentle vocals while exploring themes of surrender and unexpected outcomes. “Come Undone” serves as the...

By East of 8th
The Met’s Tristan First Review Is in the Times – the London Times
BlogMar 10, 2026

The Met’s Tristan First Review Is in the Times – the London Times

The Times published Kevin Ng’s review of the Metropolitan Opera’s new Tristan und Isolde, noting mixed reactions to the production. Ng criticized the costume design and argued that conductor Yannick Nézet‑Séguin’s heavy orchestral emphasis drowned out the singers. However, he...

By Slippedisc
London-Based French Four-Piece Huarinami  Share New Single ‘Carried Away’
BlogMar 10, 2026

London-Based French Four-Piece Huarinami Share New Single ‘Carried Away’

London‑based French quartet Huarinami has dropped their latest single, “Carried Away,” a high‑energy track that fuses early punk vibes with 60s French new‑wave flair and modern garage‑rock swagger. Frontwoman Pauline Janier (aka Cody Pepper) narrates a youthful, female‑centric story of...

By So Young Magazine
GENA - The Pleasure Is Yours
BlogMar 10, 2026

GENA - The Pleasure Is Yours

GENA’s debut album *The Pleasure Is Yours* pairs Detroit‑born producer‑drummer Karriem Riggins with avant‑garde vocalist‑rapper Liv.e. The record fuses lo‑fi hip‑hop, jazz rap, soulful R&B, and experimental synth textures across a concise, beat‑tape‑like tracklist. All compositions are original, with no...

By The Needle Drop
The Mad Mile – Smiths
BlogMar 10, 2026

The Mad Mile – Smiths

The Mad Mile, the UK indie duo of Adam Pickering and Matthew Goodbody, released the single “Smiths” from their 2026 album Legroom. The track mixes a proto‑jazz swing with classic Madchester‑era indie, drawing comparisons to the Bluetones and the original...

By mp3hugger
Marco Mezquida Trio at Bergson Kunstkraftwerk, Munich
BlogMar 10, 2026

Marco Mezquida Trio at Bergson Kunstkraftwerk, Munich

Barcelona‑based pianist Marco Mezquida debuted his award‑winning trio at Munich’s newly opened Bergson Kunstkraftwerk, performing material from the freshly released album Táctil. The concert showcased the trio’s tactile approach to improvisation, blending piano, cello and Iberian percussion in a 90‑minute...

By London Jazz News
Urq – “Another Mystery”
BlogMar 10, 2026

Urq – “Another Mystery”

New Orleans collective Urq is set to release its debut LP “This Dismal Village” on April 24 through Exploding in Sound. The album, produced on a modest 4‑track recorder, mixes lo‑fi pop, jitter‑punk, and prog‑rock influences, echoing the founder’s earlier Spllit...

By Raven Sings the Blues
Honey I’m Home – Pretty
BlogMar 10, 2026

Honey I’m Home – Pretty

Dutch indie rock duo Honey I’m Home dropped their 2026 single “Pretty,” opening with a thunderous, engine‑like riff that propels the track into a relentless crescendo. The review praises the song’s high‑energy production and its ability to captivate listeners from...

By mp3hugger
Faye Webster Plays Wider Than Pictures at Collins Barracks in Dublin This August
BlogMar 10, 2026

Faye Webster Plays Wider Than Pictures at Collins Barracks in Dublin This August

Atlanta singer‑songwriter Faye Webster will close the 2026 Wider Than Pictures series with a show at the National Museum of Ireland’s Collins Barracks on Thursday, 27 August. The concert follows the release of her 2024 album Underdressed at the Symphony, recorded...

By Nialler9
Martha Argerich Launches New Swiss Festival
BlogMar 10, 2026

Martha Argerich Launches New Swiss Festival

Renowned pianist Martha Argerich has announced the launch of a new Alpine classical music festival in La Chaux‑de‑Fonds, Switzerland, joining the region’s shifting festival landscape that includes Lucerne and Verbier. The inaugural program features a star‑studded lineup—Argerich herself, pianists Nelson Goerner...

By Slippedisc
Really Good Time Tackle Existential Dread and Reality TV in “Bob Dylan Was On Pawn Stars in 2010”
BlogMar 10, 2026

Really Good Time Tackle Existential Dread and Reality TV in “Bob Dylan Was On Pawn Stars in 2010”

Irish indie trio Really Good Time broke a year‑long silence with their new single “Bob Dylan Was On Pawn Stars in 2010.” The track turns a quirky reality‑TV fact into a hook‑laden meditation on online humiliation, teenage nostalgia, and ego...

By Indie Is Not A Genre
Video Premiere: Beyond This Point Performs “TacocaT” By Julie Zhu
BlogMar 10, 2026

Video Premiere: Beyond This Point Performs “TacocaT” By Julie Zhu

Julie Zhu, composer and head of the Deep Drawing AI lab, premiered her 22‑minute piece “TacocaT” at Chicago’s Frequency Fest in February 2025, commissioned by the experimental ensemble Beyond This Point. The work fuses GPT‑2‑generated text—fine‑tuned on Abbott’s *Flatland*—with live...

By I CARE IF YOU LISTEN
Untitled
BlogMar 10, 2026

Untitled

David Bowie narrated Sergei Prokofiev’s classic children’s symphony "Peter and the Wolf," released as a spoken‑word album. The recording blends Bowie's distinctive vocal style with the orchestral score, offering a whimsical reinterpretation of the 1936 work. Available on major streaming...

By Richard Pope —
A Woman Rules in Westphalia
BlogMar 10, 2026

A Woman Rules in Westphalia

Andrea Huguenin Botelho was appointed chief conductor of the Westphalian Symphony Orchestra in early 2026, becoming the first woman to hold the post in the ensemble's 130‑year history. At 52, she brings experience as artistic director of the Brasil Ensemble...

By Slippedisc
CQ Wrestling Announce New Album ‘Resistance’ Following a Year of Upheaval
BlogMar 10, 2026

CQ Wrestling Announce New Album ‘Resistance’ Following a Year of Upheaval

Brighton duo CQ Wrestling announced their second album, Resistance, slated for release on May 22, 2024, alongside the lead single “Pacifico.” The pair, formerly known as Chappaqua Wrestling, left their major‑label deal after a year marked by personal loss and...

By Indie Is Not A Genre
Otracami Explores Longing and Restraint on New Single “Perfect Reach”
BlogMar 10, 2026

Otracami Explores Longing and Restraint on New Single “Perfect Reach”

Brooklyn songwriter Camila Ortiz, performing as Otracami, released the new single “Perfect Reach” on March 10, 2026. The track serves as the lead preview of her forthcoming album Runoff, scheduled for March 20 on the Figure & Ground label. Written during a winter songwriting...

By HighClouds
A Weekend With Ute Lemper – Canterbury and Bradford-on-Avon
BlogMar 10, 2026

A Weekend With Ute Lemper – Canterbury and Bradford-on-Avon

Ute Lemper delivered two weekend concerts in Canterbury and Bradford‑on‑Avon, presenting a Kurt Weill tribute and a Marlene Dietrich homage. The shows combined scholarly reverence with personal passion, supported throughout by pianist Vana Gierig. While the Dietrich segment resonated emotionally,...

By London Jazz News
Sarah L King – ‘The Light Ahead’
BlogMar 10, 2026

Sarah L King – ‘The Light Ahead’

Sarah L King releases her second album, The Light Ahead, on March 20, 2026. The record shifts from the intimate confessional tone of her debut to a groove‑led, jazz‑funk sound inspired by late‑80s and early‑90s influences. Produced by Claire Martin,...

By London Jazz News
Zachary Mason – “Sweetheart”
BlogMar 10, 2026

Zachary Mason – “Sweetheart”

Guildford‑based artist Zachary Mason releases “Sweetheart,” a rock‑driven single that fuses 80s‑style crescendos with psych‑rock atmospherics. The track features seasoned rhythm players John Thomasson of Little Big Town on bass and Nate Barnes of Rose Hill Drive on drums, adding depth to Mason’s ghostly...

By Obscure Sound
Ryoka Hagiwara – ‘ICHI’
BlogMar 10, 2026

Ryoka Hagiwara – ‘ICHI’

Edinburgh‑based composer Ryoka Hagiwara releases her debut solo piano album ICHI, a neo‑classical work that explores memory and identity through stark dynamic contrasts. The record moves fluidly from serene contemplation to unsettling momentum, drawing on jazz, pop, and ambient textures....

By Obscure Sound
Jessye DeSilva – “Punk Rock Joy” (Feat. Butch Walker)
BlogMar 10, 2026

Jessye DeSilva – “Punk Rock Joy” (Feat. Butch Walker)

Jessye DeSilva released the single “Punk Rock Joy” on March 9, 2026, featuring veteran rocker Butch Walker. The track serves as a synth‑rock anthem that blends Americana roots with ’80s‑style electronic flourishes, foregrounding themes of queer resilience and self‑love. It is the...

By Obscure Sound
Allan Jamisen – “This Is Not an Act”
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
The Iddy Biddies – ‘The World Inside’
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
Lana Crow – “Orwellian Times”
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
Shane Revers – ‘Inside Room 17’ EP
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
The SKBs – “Hourglass”
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
Sarah Sharp – “Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” (Bob Dylan Cover)
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Obscure Sound
True Confessions Takes Tokyo
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Flagging Down the Double E's
Watch Gorillaz Perform “The Moon Cave” And “Clint Eastwood” On “Saturday Night Live”
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By Under the Radar
Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, Macie Stewart ~ BODY SOUND
BlogMar 10, 2026

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...

By a closer listen
Interview: Maddy Little
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Indie Music Discovery
Strange Plants Come Alive on New Single “Lay Your Mind”
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Indie Music Discovery
Glimmerjean & Goode Debuts Dance Architecture on “Injured Romantics”
BlogMar 9, 2026

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,...

By Indie Music Discovery
Raphaela Debuts Epic New Single “Lose This Race”
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Indie Music Discovery
Rolling Stones: Let’s Spend the Night Together [4K UHD]
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Under the Radar
The Maureens – “Me & My Friend”
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Raven Sings the Blues
Charles Onyeabor Is Preserving A Generational Legacy
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By The Native Mag
Is Streaming Biased Towards Piano?
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Slippedisc
Pamela. – Skin Contact
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By mp3hugger
Mondays with Morgan: Willy Rodriguez – New Album ‘In The Unknown (I Will Find You)’
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By London Jazz News
Cindy – “Procession”
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By Raven Sings the Blues
Lexi Steinberg – Still Want You Here
BlogMar 9, 2026

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...

By mp3hugger