Fiona-Lee Releases Introspective EP Every Woman
Yorkshire singer‑songwriter Fiona‑Lee has dropped her second EP, *Every Woman*, a collection that delves into the pressures and insecurities young women face. The record’s centerpiece, the track “Rational,” pairs lyrics about health anxiety with an unexpectedly upbeat arrangement. Alongside the release, Fiona‑Lee announced a string of UK dates from May through August, sharing stages with acts like Girl In The Year Above, Paul Weller and The Maccabees. The EP positions her as a rising voice in the indie‑pop landscape, blending personal storytelling with broader cultural relevance.
The Chelsea Curve Nail the Sound of Going Out on ‘The Rideout’
The Chelsea Curve released their second album, The Rideout, in July 2026, delivering seven high‑energy tracks in under twenty minutes. Drawing on 1960s mod cinema and the band’s own Boston roots, the record fuses power‑pop riffs, punk urgency and melodic...
Aly Navarro Bares All on ‘Embarrassing’
Los Angeles singer‑songwriter Aly Navarro released her new single “Embarrassing,” a melancholic track that pairs hushed, breathy vocals with organic acoustic instrumentation and contemporary production. The song narrates the painful realization of unrequited love, echoing the emotional storytelling style of...
Lilith Left The Garden Refuse to Disappear on Debut Album ‘Kindred Spirits’
Lilith Left The Garden, led by award‑winning Aruban poet Lily Clarisa, released its debut album Kindred Spirits, an eight‑track post‑punk record forged from a tangled personal and creative breakup. The songs fuse urgent riffs, darkwave, shoegaze and spoken‑word poetry, channeling...
Square Wild Push Harder on New Single ‘Kill the King’
Manchester‑based Square Wild have dropped “Kill the King,” the lead single from their forthcoming debut album. The track pushes the band into harder‑edge progressive rock, echoing Rush’s relentless drive while layering heavier, abrasive guitars. Frontwoman Lucy Shevchuk pairs Anneke‑style warmth...
Tiny Claims Us All with Hypnotising EP, You Will Be Mine
London‑based artist Tiny has independently released the EP *You Will Be Mine*, a five‑track collection that blends alt‑rock, soul, funk and theatrical pop. The record draws on influences ranging from Björk and Prince to Lady Gaga, while showcasing Tiny’s powerful, genre‑defying...
Zilch Patrol Deliver a Relentless Second Album with ‘Glamour’
Newcastle‑based Zilch Patrol follows their 2023 self‑titled debut with a second album, Glamour, that deepens their noise‑rock/post‑punk aesthetic. Frontwoman Hannah Bridgewater’s spoken‑word‑style vocals cut through abrasive guitars and programmed drums, delivering a confrontational narrative about societal systems. The record weaves...
Wytchwound Pulls Us Under Her Spell with Eponymous EP
Scottish singer‑songwriter Eve has launched her new project Wytchwound with a self‑titled EP that fuses dark grunge, folk and gothic tones. The six‑track record draws on the 17th‑century Fife witch trials, giving the condemned women a modern voice through haunting...
IRKED Confront the System on Their Debut LP The Grievance
IRKED, a Newcastle DIY punk outfit, released their debut LP "The Grievance" to critical acclaim, building on a sold‑out EP and BBC 6 Music exposure. The 14‑track record fuses garage‑punk aggression with influences from The Saints, Huggy Bear, X‑Ray Spex and Amyl and the Sniffers,...
Baby Smith Share Whimsical Single ‘Limoncello River’
Australian‑born, Berlin‑based duo Baby Smith—Ray Sonder and Saxon Gable—have dropped their new single “Limoncello River.” The track serves as a preview of their debut album Lately, Love Is Dead, slated for release on July 10. Described as a kaleidoscopic blend of...
Melissa Auf Der Maur Takes Us Back to the “Last Analogue Decade” In Her Memoir
Melissa Auf Der Maur’s memoir *Even the Good Girls Will Cry* revisits the “last analogue decade,” focusing on her rise from the indie band Tinker to five years in Hole and a stint with the Smashing Pumpkins. The book opens...
False Advertising Take Aim at the ‘Next Big Thing’ Myth
Manchester’s False Advertising is set to release the single “Next Big Thing” on May 1, 2026, ahead of their sophomore album The Sorry Window. The track, co‑produced by Luke Pickering of Fontaines D.C. and Arlo Parks fame, blends post‑punk energy...
Spotlight Interview: JENNY ALIEN
Jenny Alien, a transatlantic ten‑piece band known for its “atomic combat chips” sound, is set to play Loud Women Fest in New York City on May 16. Frontwoman Cam explains the quirky origin of the band’s name, which stems from a...
In the Green Room with CHROMA’s KT Hall: “We Learned About Mortality at Such an Early Age”
British indie rock trio CHROMA dropped their new album "25 Forever" today, a two‑year effort described as a "furious requiem for the quarter‑life crisis." Frontwoman KT Hall highlighted standout tracks like "People Pleaser" and "Coalminer’s Granddaughter," emphasizing the record’s focus...
Kim Gordon at Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London: Live Review
Kim Gordon delivered a 20‑song performance at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire, centering on her newly released solo album Play Me. The set blended trap‑infused beats, menacing synths, and distorted guitar tunings, highlighting tracks like “Dirty Tech,” “Not Today,” and a co‑written...