Max Aurora & The Southern Lights Share “How I Know It’s Right”
Australian indie outfit Max Aurora & The Southern Lights released the single “How I Know It’s Right,” a pop‑punk/emo‑infused track that explores the aftermath of a breakup. The song was written in a single night by intersex, non‑binary frontperson Max Aurora and produced by Jono O’Toole of Cry Club. Musically, it balances tight rhythm with overdriven guitars, creating a push‑and‑pull dynamic that mirrors the lyrical shift from chaos to hopeful clarity. The release has been added to East of 8th’s Spotify playlist, boosting its streaming exposure.
The Head and the Heart Brooklyn Bowl Nashville Benefit April 29
The Head and the Heart will headline Brooklyn Bowl Nashville on April 29, marking the 15th anniversary of their self‑titled 2011 debut. The concert offers fans a rare chance to see the indie‑folk outfit in an intimate, high‑quality soundroom rather than...
Kid Sistr Share “Maniac” Ahead of American Teenage Prophecy EP
Kid Sistr drops the grunge‑leaning single “Maniac,” a distortion‑driven track with an anthemic, scream‑along chorus. The song marks a deliberate shift from the band’s brighter earlier material toward a more direct, forceful sound. “Maniac” follows recent singles “American Teenage Prophecy”...
CS Hellmann Shares Hazy Guitar Rocker “Don’t Let The Songbirds Cry”
Nashville indie artist CS Hellmann has dropped a new lo‑fi single titled “Don’t Let The Songbirds Cry.” The track was recorded at Jared Corder’s Polychrome Ranch in Hartsville, Tennessee, and blends analog synths, finger‑picked acoustic guitar, and psychedelic influences from...
Valley of the Seven Stars 2026: GRiZ, CloZee, and Jade Cicada
Valley of the Seven Stars returns to Arrington, Virginia, for a three‑day festival from October 9‑11, 2026, featuring a bass‑heavy, melodic lineup curated by GRiZ, who will perform three sets. Headliners include GRiZ, CloZee, and rising act Jade Cicada, alongside a...
Dancefestopia 2026 Adds Alleycvt, INZO and More to Lineup
Dancefestopia 2026 announced its Phase 2 lineup, adding Alleycvt, INZO, Lumasi, Mport, Riotten b2b Bear Grillz and Smoakland to the week‑long Kansas City‑area festival. The event runs September 7‑14 at the Wildwood Outdoor Education Center, with headliners GRiZ, Excision, Zeds Dead and Crankdat...
Elizabeth & The Catapult Reflect on Life’s Contradictions in “50/50”
Elizabeth Ziman, performing as Elizabeth & The Catapult, has released the single “50/50,” the first taste of her forthcoming album Responsible Friend. The record, slated for an April 3 launch on Compass Records, explores the tension between care and grief, emphasizing...
Fantastic Cat Flip Indie Therapy Tropes on “Don’t Let Go”
Fantastic Cat has dropped the single “Don’t Let Go,” a tongue‑in‑cheek counterpoint to the wave of therapy‑centric indie anthems. The track showcases jangling guitars, layered harmonies, and a forward‑driving rhythm that reflects the band’s collaborative energy. It serves as the...
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...
Elliot Confronts Self-Sabotage on “Hot but Depressive”
Copenhagen‑based singer‑songwriter Elliot has dropped the single “hot but depressive,” a track that delves into the habit of self‑sabotaging love before intimacy deepens. The song pairs a soft, western‑inflected guitar line with polished indie‑pop production, highlighting Elliot’s raw yet controlled...
Lauren Presley Examines Hope and Reality on “Potential”
Lauren Presley’s new single “Potential” drops a darker alt‑rock edge, pairing distorted guitars with steady tension. The track’s controlled vocal delivery lets lyrics about hoping for who someone could be, rather than who they are, take center stage. By framing...
Shell Daze 2026: Old Crow Medicine Show & Greensky Bluegrass
Mempho Presents will stage the Shell Daze Music Festival on April 17‑18, 2026, at Memphis’s historic Overton Park Shell, which marks its 90th anniversary. The two‑day event showcases a bluegrass‑focused roster, headlined by Old Crow Medicine Show on Friday and...