Jack Antone – “Anne”
Indie musician Jack Antone dropped the EP *Die Waiting* earlier this year, headlined by the single “Anne.” The track channels a 90s alt‑rock vibe with shimmering guitar work and a soulful vocal drawl, aiming for a feel‑good, radio‑ready summer sound. Antone promoted the release through Instagram and a YouTube video, leveraging DIY channels to reach listeners directly. The EP positions Antone among emerging artists capitalizing on nostalgic trends while navigating the streaming‑first landscape.
Trails Pluto – “Diskoteket”
Swedish indie rock band Trails Pluto has returned with their sophomore album *Planetary Eyes*, anchored by the new single “Diskoteket.” The track mixes hypnotic guitar, psych‑rock twang, funky grooves and subtle Thai‑funk flavors reminiscent of Khurangbin. Vocal delivery channels a...
Retro Kid – “Found You”
UK‑born producer Jake Juba, operating under the moniker Retro Kid, has dropped the single “Found You.” The track follows his recent release “Think I Know” and serves as a teaser for an upcoming EP. Blending electronic rock, funk, R&B, and...
Susurrus Station – “Meshes of the Afterlife”
Susurrus Station, a rural Washington duo, has returned with the single “Meshes of the Afterlife,” a pre‑release from their forthcoming eight‑track album Mythomania. The track blends experimental electronic textures, ambient soundscapes, and indie‑rock sensibilities, evoking mid‑2000s Animal Collective while delivering...
Fair Green – “Very Nice”
Irish indie rock quartet Fair Green is gearing up for their debut album Killer Universe, slated for release later in 2026. After debuting the lead single “Tuesday Morning,” the band has now dropped a second track, “Very Nice.” The song...
Grogg – “Quickie”
Scottish garage‑punk trio Grogg has dropped “Quickie,” the lead single from their upcoming sophomore EP. The track channels early‑Hives‑style guitar aggression while injecting a tongue‑in‑cheek post‑punk vibe that feels both familiar and fresh. Band members describe the song as a...
Quells – “Life Is Art”
Detroit indie artist Quells, the project of singer‑songwriter Adam W. Fitzgerald, has dropped the single “Life is Art,” the first track from his forthcoming debut solo album Jaded Love. The album will arrive on September 9 via Underflow Records, and the...
Shaina Hayes – “Flourish”
Canadian indie singer‑songwriter Shaina Hayes has returned with “Flourish,” the lead single from her forthcoming third studio album. The track blends gentle folk‑pop melodies with lyrical themes of love, personal growth, and self‑actualization, drawing directly from John O’Donohue’s Celtic‑inspired book...
Trails and Ways – “Young”
Indie rock collective Trails and Ways, operating from home studios in Oakland, San Jose and Samoa, California, has returned from a multi‑year hiatus with the single “Young.” The track, described as an airy blend of indie rock and pop, serves...
Baby Bulldog – “My Mind”
Baby Bulldog, the solo project of Steph Barker, has dropped the EP "Heads or Tails Part 1," featuring the standout track “My Mind.” The song, written during a low point in a personal relationship, explores anxiety, depression, and heartbreak with...
Eliza Edens – “Leash”
Brooklyn songwriter Eliza Edens has broken a period of silence with the new single “Leash.” The track is a tongue‑in‑cheek ode to the “shadow self,” pairing alt‑rock grit with early‑2010s pop‑savvy nostalgia. Its slick production and playful lyricism aim to...
Yard Sale – “Stopping In”
New York‑based indie rock collective Yard Sale has released a new single titled “Stopping In.” The track, produced by Caleb Wright—who has worked with Samia, Hippo Campus, and Annie DiRusso—captures a nostalgic yearning for a fleeting relationship. Musically, it fuses...
Ava Valianti – “The Conversation”
Ava Valianti, a 16‑year‑old singer‑songwriter from Newbury, Massachusetts, has dropped a new single titled “The Conversation.” The track melds alt‑folk and pop sensibilities, delivering a poignant vocal performance about caring for someone while recognizing they’re on different emotional paths. It...
Cherub Dream Records Release ‘Lucky Three’ Split EP
Cherub Dream Records, an independent label based in the San Francisco Bay Area, has launched the split EP *Lucky Three*, featuring three local acts—Natasha Sandworms, Christina’s Trip, and Mox. The release blends garage‑rock, indie‑pop, and dreamy power‑pop, offering a concise...
Big Other – “Elephant”
Manchester‑based post‑punk band Big Other has dropped their new single “Elephant” on independent label Alphaville Records. The track delivers a sharp, angular soundscape with tight guitars, pounding drums and a hypnotic vocal style. Critics liken the vibe to a blend...
Chris Adkins Releases ‘Leaving It Worse Than You Found It’
Seattle‑based indie musician Chris Adkins has released a new EP titled *Leaving It Worse Than You Found It*. The record features two standout singles, “Altoid” and “Vancouver,” which fuse early‑Mac DeMarco jangliness, Car Seat Headrest energy, and early‑90s slacker rock...
Blonde Goth – “Specter of Circumstance”
Blonde Goth, the solo project of musician Nicky, has dropped the single “Specter of Circumstance.” The track, described as a dream‑born homage to 1990s alt‑rock, blends heavy guitar riffs with a slacker‑anthem vibe reminiscent of The Smashing Pumpkins. Nicky’s liner notes...
Henry Taylour – “A Beautiful Life”
British folk singer‑songwriter Henry Taylour, known for his 2023 album *A Relentless Pursuit Of Happiness*, has dropped a new single titled “A Beautiful Life.” The track pairs his tender vocal style with cinematic strings and polished production, creating a timeless...
Preview: Miles Kane Returns to NYC
Miles Kane, long‑time collaborator with The Last Shadow Puppets, is set to make his first solo U.S. appearances as the opening act for The Black Keys. The shows will take place at Brooklyn’s Paramount on May 11‑12 and at the Capitol...
Jonah Roth – “Not Your Friend”
Singer‑songwriter Jonah Roth released his new single “Not Your Friend,” a raw, 90s‑alt‑rock‑infused track that explores feelings of helplessness amid global chaos. The song’s production mixes grunge‑type guitars, bedroom‑folk intimacy, and lyrical introspection reminiscent of Alex G. Roth’s authentic delivery...
Preview: Niia at Blue Note NYC
Los Angeles‑based goth‑jazz vocalist Niia will perform a two‑night engagement at New York’s historic Blue Note, with early 8 p.m. and late 10:30 p.m. sets each night. The concerts promote her fifth studio album, V, released last year on Candid Records and...
Meltt – “Never Let Go”
Vancouver psych‑rock band Meltt released the single “Never Let Go,” the lead track from their forthcoming album Pathways, slated for June 12 on Nettwerk. The song blends psychedelic rock with early‑2000s synth textures, drawing comparisons to Washed Out, early Tame Impala and...
Tender Glue – “Cheers to Years”
New York indie musician Tom Gluewicki, operating under the name Tender Glue, wrapped up his decade‑long solo venture with the EP “Bye,” released last month. The record closes with “Cheers To Years,” a haunting indie‑rock track featuring a sax solo...
Nalan – “Ok”
Berlin‑based singer‑songwriter Nalan is set to release her sophomore album *2009* on April 24, 2026 through the indie label Mansions and Millions. The album follows the singles “59:1 (fiftynine to one)” and “I Like You,” and the latest track “Ok”...
L.A. Sagne – “Music in the Neighbourhood”
Amsterdam‑based L.A. Sagne released their debut album Good Company last month on the independent label Geertruida. The opening track, “Music in the Neighbourhood,” delivers a fast‑paced, hard‑hitting post‑punk sound that critics liken to Lambrini Girls and Amyl and the Sniffers....
Lizet Aviva – “Une Vie Trop Tranquille”
Dutch singer‑songwriter Lizet Aviva has issued the single “Une Vie Trop Tranquille,” the second track from an upcoming EP slated for a late‑spring release. The song originated during a night walk on Poland’s Sopot beach and draws on a French...
Club 8 – “There Is a Light That Seems to Go Out”
Swedish indie pop duo Club 8 has released a new single titled “There Is a Light That Seems to Go Out.” The track maintains the band’s signature dreamy, romantic pop sound, featuring a slow‑jam, waltz‑like rhythm that evokes cinematic intimacy....
Very Busy People – “Ordinary Night”
Austin‑based collective Very Busy People has dropped its new EP *Impressions*, highlighted by the single “Ordinary Night.” The song fuses late‑night jazzy indie rock with dream‑rock textures, 80s guitar tones, and bedroom‑pop lushness, evoking early‑2010s indie aesthetics. Released through the...
Coral Head – “Hiding in a Fog” (Feat. SIKADE)
Oslo‑based dream‑pop artist Coral Head has dropped the EP *The Worst That Could Happen*, now streaming and purchasable on Bandcamp. The record closes with “Hiding in a Fog,” a collaboration with vocalist SIKADE that fuses 90s‑era trip‑hop beats with hazy...
Hit the Mill Head-On – “We Walked a Long Way Together”
Belgian post‑rock collective Hit the Mill Head‑On has dropped a new single titled “We Walked a Long Way Together.” The track unfolds in three emotional phases—loss, acceptance, and reconstruction—delivered through cinematic guitar builds reminiscent of Explosions In The Sky. It...
Bleak Streak – “Peak Bleak”
Swedish indie rock duo Bleak Streak dropped their new album *Peak Bleak* last month, featuring the title track as its lead single. The record mixes slacker‑style guitars reminiscent of The Replacements with jangly 90s indie vibes and dual male‑female vocals...
Polhawan – “No Sweat”
British indie band Polhawan has dropped “No Sweat,” the lead single from their forthcoming debut EP, Wild Mountain Time. The track fuses vintage psych‑rock energy with art‑rock and folk textures, creating a mysterious, modern‑era sound. Front‑man Tim Rowing‑Parker penned the...
Ionnalee – “Bottomless Blue”
Swedish audiovisual artist Jonna Lee, under the solo moniker Ionnalee, has released the single “bottomless blue.” The track serves as the first glimpse of the ambitious, three‑part audiovisual project Mouth of a River, slated to unfold across three interconnected albums...
The Lives of Famous Men – “Parallel Lives”
The Lives of Famous Men, an Alaska‑origin indie rock outfit now based in Los Angeles, will drop their new album *End Times Elevator Music* this Friday. The release is led by the single “Parallel Lives,” which fuses 90s indie‑rock vibes...
Loman – “Deaf & Numb”
French electronic artist Loman has dropped the EP *Fallen on Deaf Ears*, featuring the opening track “Deaf & Numb.” The song blends darkwave, synth‑rock, and gothic tones with dance‑floor energy, aiming for a trance‑like, late‑night drive vibe. Loman released the...
Washing Machina – “The Top”
Swedish indie outfit Washing Machina has released the single “The Top,” a moody blend of 90s dream‑rock and power pop that showcases the band’s restrained Scandinavian aesthetic. The track serves as a preview for their sophomore album, Before My Mind...
Fleur Bleu·e – “Surrender”
French dream‑pop duo Fleur bleu·e is set to release their sophomore album, Question Marked Upon The World, in spring 2026 through Chicago‑based indie label Sunday Records. The band has debuted the album’s lead single “Surrender,” a wistful track that chronicles...
CAVS – “First Light”
Melbourne‑based project CAVS, led by King Gizzard drummer Michael Cavanagh, has unveiled the single “First Light” as a preview of his sophomore album *Sojourn*, slated for release on April 24 via the independent p(doom) records label. The track mixes 70s...
Taroug – “Mides”
German‑Tunisian electronic producer Taroug has released his new album *Chott* on Denovali Records, featuring the track “Mides.” The song aims to capture the heat and landscape of his Tunisian homeland through cinematic synths and rhythmic flourishes. *Chott* is available for...
Surtsey – “Limerence”
Missouri‑based indie rock outfit Surtsey has dropped a new single titled “Limerence.” The track fuses alt‑rock grit with country‑tinged folk and a dash of garage rock, drawing sonic comparisons to Pinegrove, Wednesday, MJ Lenderman and Alex G. Its dynamic arrangement shifts midway,...
The Pretty Flowers – “Convent Walls”
The Pretty Flowers dropped their sophomore album Never Felt Bitter on March 27 through independent label Forge Again Records. The record’s standout track, “Convent Walls,” blends vibrant power‑pop guitars with indie rock energy. The song’s title references a rare 1980s...
CatDraggon – “Hello My Old Friend”
California‑born psych‑rock artist CatDraggon has dropped her new single “Hello, My Old Friend,” a meditation on grief written after losing a close friend to cancer. The track fuses 60s blues‑rock grit with Latin and neo‑psychedelic flavors, while maintaining soulful, vintage‑style...
Preview: Band Of Horses at The Capitol Theatre
Band of Horses is embarking on a 20‑year anniversary tour for their debut album *Everything All the Time*, culminating in a Thursday night show at the historic Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York. The setlist will feature the album played...
Lenox Hills – “Call Me A Fool”
Nashville brothers Luke and Patrick Mullin, performing as Lenox Hills, have released the single “Call Me A Fool” ahead of their forthcoming album A Penny For Your Thoughts. The track is described as an anthemic, stadium‑ready rock song with soaring...
Bossanova Frankenstein – “Get A Rest”
Montreal‑based indie act Bossanova Frankenstein dropped its sophomore album Heavy Relic last month, featuring the high‑octane track “Get A Rest.” The song blends blues‑punk swagger with post‑punk aggression, drawing comparisons to early Viagra Boys. Critics note the track’s ferocious energy...
Royal Blush – “Ur Cure”
Jersey City indie duo Royal Blush has dropped “Ur Cure,” the lead single from their forthcoming EP “From Where We’re From.” The track channels a 90s indie‑rock aesthetic while exploring themes of old scars and youthful regret. It is available...
Never the Wiser X Hattie – “Better Than Ever”
In this episode, the folk‑noir collaboration between Never the Wiser and Hattie is explored through their new track “Better Than Ever,” which tells the story of a sorceress‑narrator who manipulates admirers until one sees through her façade. The hosts highlight...
Lemonade Sin – “Hold The Frame”
London‑via‑Devon duo Lemonade Sin, composed of Lee Friese‑Greene and Simon Aldous, is set to release their new album *Nothing For A Pair* on BoogleWonderland. Ahead of the album, they dropped the pre‑release single “Hold The Frame,” a hazy, cinematic psych‑ballad...
Jasmine Rho – “Quiet, The Winter Harbor” (Mazzy Star Cover)
Indie singer‑songwriter Jasmine Rho released a lo‑fi cover of Mazzy Star’s “Quiet, The Winter Harbor,” preserving the original’s dreamy melancholy while adding intimate bedroom‑recording texture. The track debuted on the We All Want Someone To Shout For blog and quickly spread...
Camiaow – “3D Glasses”
Australian bedroom‑pop artist camiaow has dropped the EP "blue rocket garden," highlighted by the moody single "3D glasses." The track delves into the anxieties of entering one’s twenties, where repetitive patterns stall personal growth. Musically, it fuses intimate folk‑pop textures...