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The March Divide - Photo Credit: Josh Huskin

Video Premiere: "Spinning" by The March Divide

1 October 2018

Indie rock songwriter and musician The March Divide (AKA Jared Putman) drops a heartfelt video for a track off his recent 4th LP.

Piroshka - Photo Credit: Neil Stewart

NEWS: New band Piroshka with members of Lush, Moose, Modern English, and Elastica

30 September 2018

Miki Berenyi (Lush), Kevin McKillop (Moose), Michael Conroy (Modern English), and Justin Welch (Elastica) have joined musical forces.

Dead Heart Bloom - Michelle Repiso

Album Premiere: State of Mind EP by Dead Heart Bloom

28 September 2018

Heavy shoegaze/space-rock band Dead Heart Bloom release their atmospheric, dynamic to reflective EP via Ephemeral Arts.

Manta Youf - Florian Brändli

Video Premiere: "llover" by Manta Youf

27 September 2018

Swiss dub/pop band Manta Youf swim on by with a crisp electro-pop track and accompanying summertime video from upcoming LP.

Brandtson - Fallen Star Collection Reissue Cover

Song Premiere: "Breaking Ground" (Demo Version) by Brandtson

26 September 2018

Long-running American rock band Brandtson’s Fallen Star Collection LP gets 20th anniversary limited edition release via Steadfast Records.

TC&I

NEWS; TC&I announce vinyl edition of EP and UK shows

25 September 2018

Terry Chambers and Colin Moulding (both of XTC), in the form of new music project TC&I, release their latest EP on vinyl.

Globelamp - Photo Credit: Elva Lexa

Song Premiere: "Sorceress of Your Soul" by Globelamp

25 September 2018

Dream/psych-folk singer-songwriter Elizabeth Le Fey (AKA Globelamp) unveils a dreamy to sharp number from her upcoming LP.

Nitzer Ebb - Photo Credit: Hazel Hill McCarthy III

Song Premiere: "Join In The Chant" (Burn!) 12" Mix by Nitzer Ebb

24 September 2018

Influential British industrial dance/EBM outfit Nitzer Ebb gets its due with an extensive Box Set of remastered LPs and bonus tracks/rarities.

Nyresvikt - Photo Credit: Ingelinn Skurtveit Sandanger

Album Premiere: Null Framtid, Null Stress by Nyresvikt

21 September 2018

Norwegian punk/rock/hardcore band Nyresvikt unleashes a roaring, raging, infectious, and aggressive beast of a debut LP.

Nightcaller - Amani Willett

Video Premiere: "Shut Up" (ft. Imani Copolla) by NIGHTCALLER

20 September 2018

NYC-based production duo Nightcaller join forces with renowned vocalist Imani Copolla on a vibrant and defiant track/video.

the Roof Dogs - Photo Credit: Jake Paule

Song Premiere: "Mr. Taxovich" by the Roof Dogs

20 September 2018

Ohioan retro-rock band the Roof Dogs drop a nostalgic and rollin’ single with passionate vocal exclamations from their upcoming EP.

Anna Connolly - Photo Credit: Claire Packer

Song Premiere: "21" by Anna Connolly

19 September 2018

Folk/rock singer-songwriter Anna Connolly unveils a compelling, two-way confessional track from her upcoming debut album.

The Purrs - Photo Credit: Ken Lapworth

Video Premiere: "Here For So Long" by The Purrs

19 September 2018

Veteran retro-rock/pop band The Purrs deliver a rueful psych-pop/rock number and colorful performance video from their latest full-length.

The Venus Fly Trap - Paul Cox

Album Premiere: Icon by The Venus Fly Trap

18 September 2018

Renowned veteran post-punk/electronica band The Venus Fly Trap returns with a mesmerizing noir LP via Glass Modern Records.

The Jellyman's Daughter - Photo Credit: Graeme MacDonald

Album Premiere: Dead Reckoning by The Jellyman's Daughter

18 September 2018

Scottish folk/orchestral singer-songwriter duo The Jellyman’s Daughter releases a warmly rich, sonically varied, and enchanting second album.

FastballPhotoCreditHowardRosenberg

Song Premiere: "The Way" (Demo) by Fastball

17 September 2018

Rock ‘n’ roll/power pop stalwarts Fastball will release 20th Anniversary Edition of LP All The Pain Money Can Buy via Omnivore Recordings.

OldFaith - MarceloAsherQuarantoto

Album Premiere: Old Faith by Old Faith

14 September 2018

Appalachian Mountains (and NYC) rooted post-rock band Old Faith unearth their expansive, dynamic, and reflective debut LP.

The City Gates - SuzyGevin

Video Premiere: "Sad Sad Surf" by The City Gates

13 September 2018

Canadian shoegaze/post-punk band The City Gates release a captivating, nostalgic beach-set video for a track off their latest LP.

Wyves - Photo Credit: Cory Davis from Yellowbox Films

Song Premiere: "Princess Excess" by Wyves

13 September 2018

Arizona-based rock ‘n’ roll band Wyves throw down a fiery, heavily stompin’ rock track with timely lyrics off their upcoming LP.

Ragtime Frank

Album Premiere: I Know Said The King EP by Ragtime Frank & The Drivers

12 September 2018

Aussie sonic overload rock ‘n’ rollers Ragtime Frank drop a sizzling lo-fi Big Beat EP via NYC’s Ever/Never Records.

Viva Death - Photo Credit: Dyanne Cano

Song Premiere: "Ready to Go" by Viva Death

11 September 2018

Alt-rock powerhouse collaborative outfit Viva Death unleashes a dynamic pop-punk/‘90s rock lead single from their upcoming 4th LP.

Jeen

Song Premiere: "Pull Out Your Knives" by Jeen

11 September 2018

Canadian indie alt-pop/rock artist Jeen (Cookie Duster) delivers a galloping rock track and timely message from her upcoming LP.

Electric Six - Photo Credit: Mark Wright

Song Premiere: "Daddy's Boy" by Electric Six

10 September 2018

Wild Detroit bunch Electric Six, fronted by charismatic Dick Valentine, unleash powerful and infectious forces with their 14th LP.

Dan Koshute

Album Premiere: All the Way Always by Dan Koshute

7 September 2018

Pittsburgh musician Dan Koshute (former frontman of glam rock act Dazzletine) delivers an accomplished, passionate solo LP.

Pete WIlde - Joel Bear Studios

Song Premiere: "Savior" by Pete Wilde

7 September 2018

Charismatic and dynamic LA-based singer-songwriter/guitarist Pete Wilde lets loose on his latest energetic rock ‘n’ roll number.

TheChairmanDancesbyBobSweeney

Album Premiere: Child of My Sorrow by The Chairman Dances

7 September 2018

Philadelphia indie rock band The Chairman Dances (Eric Crewson, bandmates, and guests) drops an engaging, instrumentally diverse LP.

CharlieTreatPhotoCreditRob Bondurant

Song Premiere: "Look Around" by Charlie Treat

6 September 2018

Rural farm-raised, Nashville-residing singer-songwriter Charlie Treat releases a reflective, plaintive Americana number from his upcoming EP.

The Lautreamonts

Album Premiere: Who Are You Wearing? EP by The Lautreamonts

5 September 2018

Brazilian post-punk duo The Lautreamonts release their beautiful and moody debut EP via Rio de Janeiro-based Efusiva Records.

Nuke The Soup

Video Premiere: "Network" by Nuke The Soup

5 September 2018

Nuke The Soup (AKA Mark Davison and guests) drops an upbeat number with thoughtful lyrics about war, news, and commercialism.

Darto - Photo Credit: Dusty Henry

Song Premiere: "Everyday Actor" by Darto

4 September 2018

Seattle experimental rock band Darto drop a change-of-pace single with female vocals and electronics from their upcoming EP.

NevilleStapleJohn Coles

Video Premiere: "Rebel Down" by Neville & Sugary Staple feat. Roddy Radiation

4 September 2018

After the tragic stabbing death of his nephew, renowned ska artist Neville Staple shares message to stop knife violence and releases new tune.

Springhouse 1991Michael Lavine

NEWS: New York Band Springhouse, Celebrating 30th Anniversary, To Play First Show in Eight Years as part of Kalamazoo, MI’s Dreampop/Shoegaze Festival “Kalamashoegazer 12”, With Texas’s Ringo Deathstarr, California’s Soft Science, and More.

1 September 2018

Three decades after their formation, New York’s legendary proto-dreampop/shoegaze/indie-rock/post-punk trio Springhouse—including our own Big Takeover editor Jack Rabid on drums and occasional lead vocals—has accepted an invitation to come out of retirement with all original members, to play their first show in eight years as part of the 12th edition of Kalamazoo, MI’s premier dreampop/shoegaze/beautiful noise festival, Kalamashoegazer 12!

Swingin' Utters - Photo Credit: Alan Snodgrass

Album Premiere: Peace And Love by Swingin' Utters

30 August 2018

Renowned veteran street punk band Swingin’ Utters unleashes a tuneful, politically charged LP that fights the good fight against nationalism, sexism, and racism.

FensterSimonMenges

Song Premiere: "HAHA Lol" by Fenster

30 August 2018

German-French-American band Fenster opens to the door to varied musical possibilities on their upcoming recorded-live-in-one-room LP.

OlsenTwinsPhotoCreditMia Shoen

Video Premiere: "Eternal Water Falling" by Olsen Twins

29 August 2018

Australian sisters Phoebe and Harriet Robertson keep it simple, rough, and fresh on a video for track with a nostalgic narrative.

CrushwaterPhotoCreditSSPhot

Video Premiere: "California" by Crushwater

29 August 2018

Washington-based indie trio Crushwater deliver sweet harmonies, thoughtful lyrics, and acoustic folk with a side of rock on its new video.

The Mutineers - Clovis IV

Song Premiere: "Couldn’t Get Over You" by The Mutineers

28 August 2018

Portland, OR rock ‘n’ roll husband-wife duo The Mutineers deliver a warm and harmonious Americana/rock song from their upcoming EP.

Martin Bisi - Photo Credit: Joan Hacker

Video Premiere: "Dig A Hole" by This Wilderness

27 August 2018

Veteran producer Martin Bisi and his Brooklyn studio, BC Studio, are celebrated on an LP with contributions from members of Swans, Cop Shoot Cop, Angels of Light, and more.

moderntimemachinesPhotoCreditKimberly Zsebe

Video Premiere: "A Little Late" by Modern Time Machines

27 August 2018

LA-based shoegaze act Modern Time Machines drops a video for a dreamily reflective track (with Jason Ruck of Film School on keys) off its latest LP.

Beach Goons – Photo Credit: Suzi Moon

NEWS: SoCal garage-punk band Beach Goons release new album hoodratscumbags

25 August 2018

Logan Heights-located garage-punk/rock/pop band Beach Goons drop their new sharply produced, tuneful, and stirring LP via GRNDVW.

Church Girls - Photo Credit: Marissa Carroll

Song Premiere: "Dead Wood" by Church Girls

24 August 2018

Philadelphian indie rock/post-punk band Church Girls drop a heartfelt Americana single (with rock ending) from their upcoming EP.

MarsMotel live - Leo Mascaro

Video Premiere: "City Streets" (live) by Mars Motel

23 August 2018

Brooklyn-based dream-rock band Mars Motel deliver an engaging live performance video of a B-side from their recent live sessions album.

HelgaIcons Creating Evil Art

Song Premiere: "Battle Song" by Helga

22 August 2018

Introspective Swedish singer-songwriter Helga reflects on the state of the environment on an intense, driven new single.

Clark Twain - Photo Credit: Adam Kingman

Song Premiere: "Try Too Hard" by Clark Twain

22 August 2018

Austin, TX singer-songwriter Clark Twain releases a serene and harmonious 2nd single from his upcoming debut album.

Rude Audio - Photo Credit: Ali Ingle

Video Premiere: "To The Sun" by Rude Audio

21 August 2018

London-based dub/electronic act Rude Audio drop a new video for the crisp lead tune off its upcoming EP on Zirkus Records.

DotDashProtoRetro

NEWS: Dot Dash album Proto Retro out now on The Beautiful Music

21 August 2018

The 6th album from garage rock/pop band Dot Dash is out now and showcases the act’s poppier, janglier side while retaining its punk energy.

The Spiral ElectricJared Byrd

Song Premiere: "No Bridge Left Unburned" by The Spiral Electric

20 August 2018

San Francisco-based psych/alt-rock band The Spiral Electric unleashes its heavy and dynamic lead single from an upcoming double LP.

UnitedGhostsPhotoCreditDylanGordon

Video Premiere: "All You Sad Boys" by United Ghosts

20 August 2018

LA-based exploratory dream-pop duo United Ghost add energetic psych and electronic elements to their indie pop/shoegaze sound.

Jet Black - Photo Credit: Aaron Snow

Album Premiere: L'ère du Vide by Jet Black

17 August 2018

French-Canadian atmospheric alternative rock band Jet Black release a transporting, dynamic to reflective post-rock/ shoegaze/space rock album.

SPIN - Photo Credit: howsaboutNOW? Records

Video Premiere: "What's It Gonna Take" by SPiN

16 August 2018

Buzzed-about Philly rock band SPiN (known for viral “Zombie Girl” video) take a chance on a new pop/electro sound for their upcoming LP.