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Stewart Anderson of Boyracer and child - Photo courtesy of Emotional Response

NEWS: Veteran independent act Boyracer releases new politically charged video - GO VOTE!!

6 November 2018

Original member Stewart Anderson (Emotional Response record label), Jen Turrell, and more rev it up with call to unite and vote!

Andy Gonzales of Marshmallow Coast - Photo courtesy of HHBTM Records

Album Premiere: Memory Girl by Marshmallow Coast

5 November 2018

Andy Gonzales releases Marshmallow Coast’s 10th enjoyable, optimistic, and 1980s-influenced LP via HHBTM and delivers track-by-track rundown.

Shaun Mason of Dumb Angel - Photo Credit: Will Kaufhold

Video Premiere: "Like a Wave, Like the Tide" by Dumb Angel

5 November 2018

Canadian shoegazers Dumb Angel, led by songwriter Shaun Mason, hone in on homesickness on their new gently gleaming single.

The Persian Leaps - Photo Credit: Drew Johnson

NEWS: The Persian Leaps detail a Track-By-Track rundown of their recent LP

2 November 2018

Power-pop/indie rock band The Persian Leaps give a detailed and interesting behind-the-scenes view of their latest album Pop That Goes Crunch.

Reliant Tom - Photo courtesy of Diversion Records

Album Premiere: Bad Orange by Reliant Tom

2 November 2018

Brooklyn-based avant-rock (with electro and punk influences) duo Reliant Tom drops an ominous, dark, and catchy LP that reflects our turbulent times.

Dave Derby of Gramercy Arms photo by Debora Francis

Video Premiere: "Untogether" by Gramercy Arms

1 November 2018

Former Dambuilders front man Dave Derby has a new song, “loosely based on recent events.”

Elza - Photo Credit: DLR Photography

Album Premiere: Nothing's Wrong by Elza

1 November 2018

Canadian independent, solo artist Elza unveils a dark (and light), introspective, and captivating LP that gets to the essence of her psyche.

The Reputations - Photo Credit: Jackson Montgomery Schwartz

Video Premiere: "Electric Power" by The Reputations

31 October 2018

Austin-based power rock ‘n’ roll band The Reputations are set to release their new LP produced by Jody Stephens (Big Star) via Nine Mile Recordings.

The J.O.B. - Photo Credit: Joey Wharton

Song Premiere: "Witching Well" by The J.O.B.

31 October 2018

Virginian alt-rock with blues soul and Americana roots band The J.O.B. bewitch with a stompin’, soulful single from their upcoming LP.

Noctorum - Photo Credit: Olivia Willson-Piper

Song Premiere: "Piccadilly Circus in the Rain" by Noctorum

31 October 2018

Renowned veterans Marty Willson-Piper (The Church) and British producer Dare Mason release an upbeat, mellifluous, and bittersweet single.

Ty Segall - Photo Credit: Denée Segall

Song Premiere: "Fanny" (Original Demo) by Ty Segall

30 October 2018

Prolific and terrific Ty Segall unleashes a heartfelt ode to his dog on vinyl-only 7” via Aagoo Records, with proceeds benefiting animal rescue organizations.

Dead Seconds - live - Photo Credit: Eamon DeFabbia-Kane

Album Premiere: The Ground by Dead Seconds

26 October 2018

NYC-based heavy alt-/psych-rock band Dead Seconds (led by Matt C. White) unleashes its immense, intense, and fiery second album.

Dolores Haze

Album Premiere: Play Hard Fuck Hard Love Hard by Dolores Haze

26 October 2018

Swedish electro-pop/punk trio Dolores Haze release a striking, tuneful, defiant to heartfelt 2nd LP that showcases their multi-faceted sound.

The Silence Kit - Photo Credit: Danielle Neilio

Album Premiere: Fall Protection by The Silence Kit

25 October 2018

Philadelphia-based post-punk band The Silence Kits releases its bracing, inspiring 5th album that expands and refines its sound.

Ceiling Spirits - "Fields Of Progress / Ash" artwork

Video Premiere: "Fields of Progress / Ash" by Ceiling Spirits

24 October 2018

Cinematic post-rock music project Ceiling Spirits (a collab led by guitarist Mario Quadracci), unveils a striking track and video.

Jon Hatchett - Photo Credit: John Dixon

Album Premiere: Mother Nature Wins Again by Jon Hatchett Band

24 October 2018

New Orleans-based country and western/Americana act Jon Hatchett Band offer up a rousing to reflective second album.

Parabola West - Photo Credit: Kelly Hill

NEWS: American Singer-Songwriter Parabola West Weaves A Golden New Single

24 October 2018

American (but NZ-residing) Celtic/Norse singer-songwriter has released a lush and melodic single from her enchanting 2nd EP.

Thurston_Moore photo by Paul Hudson

Song Premiere: "Klangfarbenmelodie.. And The Colorist Strikes Primitiv (Part 2)" by Thurston Moore

23 October 2018

Indie rock legend Thurston Moore (Sonic Youth) gets a vinyl release of his avant-garde 1995 EP that was only dropped on CD in New Zealand.

Castlecomer - Photo Credit: Anna Webber

Video Premiere: "Leaving" (Historian session) by Castlecomer

23 October 2018

Fast-rising Australian indie rock/pop band Castlecomer unveil a captivating track from their acoustic/electric studio session.

The Camino Side Project

Song Premiere: "Vilma's Soundtrack" by The Camino Side Project

23 October 2018

Intrepid world traveler Paul Farran and his family documented their voyages through song and he has revealed a chiming, shining acoustic single.

Cloak & Dagger 2018 poster

Darkness Descends Upon Los Angeles for Cloak & Dagger 2018 featuring She Wants Revenge, The Faint, HEALTH & More

22 October 2018

Cloak & Dagger 2018 features performances by She Wants Revenge, The Faint, HEALTH, Christian Death and more at the Los Angeles Theater.

The Ar-Kaics - Photo Credit: Amy Breesman

Album Premiere: In This Time by The Ar-Kaics

19 October 2018

Richmond, VA psych-/garage rock band The Ar-Kaics dig into the retro sound with gusto on their second album out via Wick/Daptone.

Lana Blac

Album Premiere: Nocturnal by Lana Blac

19 October 2018

NY-based metal/alt-rock noir queen Lana Blac unleashes her loud and powerful debut album via Cataclysm Records.

BirdStreets - AnnaAzarov

Video Premiere: "Betting On The Sun" by Bird Streets

19 October 2018

John Brodeur and Jason Faulkner (Beck, Jellyfish) team up as Bird Streets and drop a fun video for a classic power-pop track.

Joy Cleaner

Video Premiere: "Easter Tuesday" by Joy Cleaner

18 October 2018

Fresh off the success of their debut album, the North Jersey power-pop band has teamed up with Dromedary Records for an early autumn single.

Tears Run Rings; Photo Credit: Tears Run Rings 2

Album Premiere: Somewhere EP by Tears Run Rings

17 October 2018

Oregon-California-based dream-pop/rock band Tears Run Rings delivers an enchanting, transporting and yes, dreamy, EP.

Tris McCall

Video Premiere: "Conspiracy Theory" by Tris McCall

17 October 2018

Well-respected and astute New Jersey-based music essayist and singer-songwriter Tris McCall delivers a highly relevant track.

Perfect Body

Video Premiere: "Fields" by Perfect Body

16 October 2018

Welsh dream-pop band Perfect Body releases a performance video for the perfect dreamgaze song to watch the clouds go by in the sky.

Buildings and Food - Photo Credit: James Rogers

Song Premiere: "Slow to Reverse" by Buildings and Food

16 October 2018

Canadian indie avant-pop artist Buildings and Food (AKA Jen K. Wilson) drops a laid-back, flowing a single from her upcoming LP.

Whispering Sons - Photo Credit: Flor Maesen

Song Premiere: "Stalemate" by Whispering Sons

16 October 2018

Belgian post-punk band Whispering Sons unveils the mysterious and atmospheric opening number from its highly anticipated upcoming LP.

LowRay - Photo Credit: Tony Nelson

Song Premiere: "8 Track Tapes" by LowRay

16 October 2018

Minneapolis-based Americana/rock duo LowRay release a tuneful, laid-back power pop track off their upcoming debut LP.

Feel Freeze - Photo Credit: Ruben Lisboa

Video Premiere: "Bend The Night" by Feel Freeze

15 October 2018

Danish electronic/synth-pop duo Feel Freeze deliver a captivating, transgender-empowering video for a track off their new LP.

Hidden Cabins - Photo Credit: J.Cirinelli

Album Premiere: The Hidden Cabins Band EP by Hidden Cabins

12 October 2018

NJ/NC rock/Americana band Hidden Cabins opens the door on a heartfelt, reflective to urgent EP out via Pyrrhic Victory Recordings.

Holygram - Photo Credit: Yves Christelsohn

Video Premiere: "A Faction" by HOLYGRAM

12 October 2018

German post-punk/darkwave band HOLYGRAM is set to deliver an atmospheric, noir, mysterious, and ominous LP via Cleopatra Records.

The Safes - Photo Credit: Andrew Ballantyne

Video Premiere: "I See You" by The Safes

12 October 2018

Chicagoan rock ‘n’ roll duo The Safes pay tribute to Juliana Hatfield with a kicky cover off their new 7” out via American Laundromat.

Brandon Prinzing

Album Premiere: Hear This by Brandon Prinzing & The Old Revival

11 October 2018

Folk-punk band Brandon Prinzing & The Old Revival combine Prinzing’s acute lyrics and passionate vocals with Americana/rock styles on their debut LP.

ChrisAyerPhotoCreditChrisWood

Song Premiere: "Ringing in My Ears" by Chris Ayer

10 October 2018

Singer-songwriter/musician Chris Ayer (currently on tour) releases a heartfelt, vibrant single that showcases his polished folk-pop sound.

Uma & the Wandering Stars - Tal Zanzuri

Video Premiere: "Get Out" by Uma & the Wandering Stars

10 October 2018

London-based indie band Uma & the Wandering Stars unveil a captivating video for an uplifting dream-pop song off their latest EP.

Polly Panic - Photo Credit: Duncan Chaboudy

Song Premiere: "Annie" by Polly Panic

9 October 2018

Cellist and theatrical chamber rock artist Polly Panic (Rasputina) drops a dark electric rock track from her upcoming album.

1939 Ensemble - Photo Credit: Jason Quigley

Video Premiere: "Drill" by 1939 Ensemble

9 October 2018

Post-rock instrumental band 1939 Ensemble unveils a relevant and poignant storytelling video for a meditative track off their new LP.

Sepha - Photo Credit: Josha Eiffel

Video Premiere: "What We Wish We'd Said by SEPHA.

8 October 2018

London-based alt-pop/electronic/singer-songwriter darling SEPHA. drops a hot video for a cool track off his upcoming EP.

Fellow Robot

Video Premiere: "I'm With You" by Fellow Robot

8 October 2018

Californian indie rock/folk band Fellow Robot releases an engaging performance video for a rousing track off their recent concept LP.

MischiefNight - PhotoCredit: Kris Panko Photography

Album Premiere: Shitty Disco EP by Mischief Night

5 October 2018

There’s no disco to be found here; just lo-fi, melodic discord on an experimental rock EP from New York band Mischief Night.

Mantell

Album Premiere: thirty two EP by Mantell

5 October 2018

Australian indie rock band Mantell release a heartfelt, bittersweet, and nostalgic EP which gets its US premiere here.

Friendship Commanders - Photo Credit: Gregg Roth

Album Premiere: BILL by Friendship Commanders

4 October 2018

Powerful rock duo Friendship Commanders unleash a 100% intense, relentlessly dynamic, and lyrically relevant 2nd album made with Steve Albini.

Fauvely - Tides

Album Premiere: Tides by Fauvely

4 October 2018

Indie rock/pop singer-songwriter Fauvely (AKA Sophie Brochu) reveals a deeply personal and affecting album and breaks down each track of the LP.

Lunar Twin 2

Video Premiere: "Drunken Sky" by Lunar Twin

3 October 2018

Dreamwave/ambient chill duo Lunar Twin unveils another hypnotic track (with fast electronica ending!) and video from their upcoming LP.

Kevin haskins and Foxes Magazine

NEWS: Indiegogo campaign launched for Bauhaus' Kevin Haskins to Produce FOXES TV Music Show

2 October 2018

The TV show will spotlight the rock ‘n’ roll aesthetic in new and veteran bands videos and interviews, men’s fashion, and more.

Spiritualized - Colin Bell

NEWS: Spiritualized's 1993 live LP gets reissued on black vinyl via Glass Redux Records

2 October 2018

The renowned hypnotic space rock band’s live 1992 performances in the U.S. (San Diego and L.A.) gets reissued on black vinyl.

Victory Chimes - Photo Credit: Faustino Balvé

Song Premiere: "Halos" by Victory Chimes

2 October 2018

Canadian psych-soundscape/rock band Victory Chimes (founded by Jeff Louch) delivers a riveting, simmering track from its upcoming LP.