Bummer, Dude! is a Sacramento-based alternative rock band that fuses dreamy soundscapes with the raw energy of alt-rock. Known for their ability to seamlessly shift between nostalgia-tinged melodies and crunching guitar riffs, the band creates a sonic atmosphere that is both introspective and explosively dynamic.

Embark on a musical journey with “Pedal to the Metal,” a track born from spontaneity and camaraderie. Inspired by a boozy summer day spent with Leo, Adam Wedd poured his heart and soul into this catchy anthem, embodying the essence of a carefree road trip with friends. Recorded at various locations, including Finsbury Park and Unit 13 Studio in Bermondsey, this single showcases the artist’s creative process and dedication to crafting a memorable piece.

Eric Selby is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist born and raised in a small town in Maryland. His current home in Virginia, not far from the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains, provides an inspirational backdrop for Eric’s original music often described as a unique blend of Americana, Psychedelic Folk and thought-provoking lyrics.

Charlotte Grayson is a Singer-Songwriter from Hartlepool, on the North East coast of England. She started performing on the local Open Mic circuit at the age of 14, honing her skills in the pubs of the North East. She played her first official gig at 16 and two years later released her debut single ‘Maybe’ {BBC Tees Introducing’s ‘Track of the Week’), performing her first Live BBC Introducing Session.

Born in Canada to French parents, Elea lived in Hemmingford until age 5 when her family moved to Dharamsala, India for her father to pursue Tibetan medicine studies. She subsequently spent a few years in the south of France before moving to Bristol, UK at 16 to study music. Releasing a string of singles, “Lust”, “Trigger” and “Sacrifice”, to critical acclaim in her idiosyncratically “towering sound reminiscent of PJ Harvey and Feist”, she was touted as “a millennial Patti Smith”. Albeit being Gen Z, she decided not to correct the journalist for the (hopefully only partly) erroneous compliment.

Originally a solo project of singer/songwriter Rus Martin, the project organically became a quartet in 2023 these longtime friends and seasoned musicians bringing together experience touring in multiple groups signed to major and independent labels. Emerging from the creative landscape nestled between California’s High Desert and Inland Empire, Pale Rider*—composed of Rus Martin alongside collaborator *Thomas Kraus, with contributions from Jon Santana and *Joe Ramos*—takes listeners on an introspective journey already explored in previous singles “Until We Meet Again,” “Tonight Is Ours” and “Your Faces.” These singles, along with “EyeSwoon” will all be included on 1to0.

Fernandina Beach, Florida’s flipturn has returned with LP numero dos, and to continue with the alliteration let’s just say they return in fine form. Over 12 tracks, the band gets synthy, dreamy, and funky, delivering an assured LP chock-a-block with catchy tunes.

Awaiting Abigail presents “Bad Mind,” our debut single from Dec. 1, 2024. Enjoy an in-your-face, guitar driven groove, powerful breakdown as Abigail tells a story of facing and overcoming mental illness.

Continuing their musical exploration, Andrea Pizzo and the Purple Mice have once again pushed boundaries with “Hidden Figures”. This release, part of their upcoming album Transhumanity, delves into the history of technology and science, shedding light on forgotten scientific pioneers. The group’s ability to infuse contemporary themes into their music while maintaining a strong connection to science and astronomy sets them apart. With a sound influenced by the likes of Kate Bush, M83, and Queen, Andrea Pizzo and the Purple Mice promise to deliver a truly unique and significant musical experience for listeners.

Apex4X’s original album, The Fire Within, delivers an unparalleled musical experience. The album’s creation was influenced by a diverse range of sounds from renowned artists such as Collide, Sneaker Pimps, Metallica, The Cure, Ego Likeness, and Chelsea Wolfe, showcasing a fusion of cross-genre experimentation. With lyrics penned in a two-week burst of emotional intensity after a transformative overseas journey, each track on the album holds a deeply personal narrative that captivates listeners, making The Fire Within a standout release in the artist’s discography.

Though their ninth LP since 2006 veers further from their older Shoes/Records/Nerves power-pop formula than 2021’s Phooey! did, singer/guitarist Patric Westoo’s New York group is still as melodic and upbeat as ever.

The Two Man Travelling Medicine Show. Eight-piece Americana/Country/punk outfit. Think CSNY meets The Band and has a fight with The Libertines.

John Beckmann and The Mortal Prophets have done it again with their latest release, Ghost Land. This ambient-alternative soundtrack of 23 songs transcends the conventional boundaries of music, offering a profound auditory experience that feels otherworldly and deeply introspective, and cinematic. “Ghost Land” is aptly described by Beckmann as “Imaginary Cinema,” indeed, each track feels like the score to an unmade film set in a cosmic Western Martian landscape.

What sets this release apart is not just its musical prowess but also its philanthropic mission. In response to the devastating consequences of climate change, such as prolonged droughts and wildfires, The Sea At Midnight has pledged to donate all proceeds from their Bandcamp sales to support victims of the recent LA fires. This commitment to giving back to the community adds a poignant layer of meaning to “Our Brilliant Destruction,” making it a must-listen for music enthusiasts looking to make a positive impact through their passion for music.

Goddamn Wolves’ new release, the DOOM EP,- represents the best of the band: male/female vocal interplay backed by hard hitting drums and relentless guitar and bass melodies. The first single “We’re Doomed” comes out January 20th, with everything that date implies. Brace yourself with Goddamn Wolves – melodic indie rock for the end times!

Someone Called Sarah is a true DIY independent artist who takes care of every step of music creation herself, from underneath her loft bed in her small apartment bedroom. Combining singer-songwriter roots with pop, rock, and electronic influences, her dynamic sound resonates deeply with listeners. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Composition and Vocal Performance (2017) and has been teaching music since 2018, sharing her expertise on over 10 instruments.

On January 1st, 2025, Partners In Crime released their captivating cover single, “I’ll Never Find Another You.” Recorded at Kinck Sound in Scarborough and produced by Fred Kinck Petersen and Terry Gadsden, this track showcases the band’s diverse influences, ranging from The Beatles to U2 to Roxy Music. With lyrics that blend humor and heartfelt emotion, “I’ll Never Find Another You” is a testament to Partners In Crime’s musical versatility and creativity. As one band member aptly puts it, “You’re Right!!”

This song is a direct reference to New York City, where Alwyn Morrison lives, but it is really about any city, or any place, where someone feels like they belong there, and don’t, at the same time. In New York, there is this inexplicable feeling of wanting to stay in the city in spite of its many challenges. Everyone is always going through something. Or chasing something. Love. A job and financial peace of mind – maybe the job of your dreams. Maybe a nicer apartment. Or it can be making friends, starting a family, overcoming heartbreak

Set to release on January 20th, 2025, ‘People’ offers listeners a refreshing blend of infectious beats and thought-provoking lyrics. While the single is not yet available on major streaming platforms, eager fans can obtain the track directly from Blofeld Sands by reaching out via email at blofeldsands@gmail.com. Stay tuned for upcoming live performances from this dynamic band as they continue to make waves in the music industry. Keep an eye out for Blofeld Sands – the next big thing in indie music!

“Waiting for the Sun” is a song about resilience. It explores hope as a form of rebellion and learning to find strength in times of weakness. In the UK, January 20 (this song’s release date) is known as Blue Monday, which is supposedly the most depressing day of the year (coincidentally in 2025, it is also the day of the US presidential inauguration). Blue Monday was concocted to sell you stuff, using people’s mental health as an excuse to do so.

NYC-based outfit Ecce Shnak presents their latest single ‘The Internet’, the third offering from their Shadows Grow Fangs EP, out February 7 via Record Man, Records. Here, the quintet makes a fine mockery of the web from the perspective of a time-travelling poet. “What the fuck is the internet?!” Of course, this might sound a little ‘zany’, but it’s really not. Not at all. It’s intricately constructed, methodically fashioned, and – while undeniably offbeat – as serious and logical as it’s entertaining.

Fake Plastic is a band that, like no other, combines old-school rock aesthetics and stadium choruses with indie credibility, experimentation, and garage punk grit. Their songs are written and performed straight from the heart, and their cutting-edge poetic stuff reflects the contemporary condition.

An accomplished scholar of folk accordion hailing from the former USSR, Cafcae picked up the guitar while attending high school in Maryland. It was around this time that he began experimenting with writing his own material and went on to play in bands in Europe and North America.

Released hot on the heels of the warmest year on record (2024), the London-based indie artiste’s new single is a classically entertaining lament of a relationship going sour. Or – is it in actual fact a highly eloquent piece of political commentary on the inevitable global climate disaster, the probability of humankind doing fuck all about it before it’s too late and we’re all going to die a terrible heat-induced death soon enough? Well, perhaps a bit of both, but you decide. “Future Is an F Word” was produced by Teaboy Palmer – the Brian Wilson of West Hampstead. Let’s enjoy it while we may.

Crow Follow’s shaman rock and urban cabaret brings glowing brightness to the darkest tunes. Risen from the vibe of a diverse and energetic music scene in Boston MA, Crow Follow celebrates and transcends it. Their DNA is from the Art Rock, Low Rock, and Post Punk scenes of the late 20th century, filtered through the usual smoldering warehouses and sketchy sugar shacks of the American Hinterland

OKINAWA PLANE CRASH is a 4 piece DIY punk band with heavy nu-metal and garage rock influences. On January 4th, 2025, they released their 3rd self-funded album, WIZARDS OF THE WEST SIDE. The first track, “MACHETE” (seen as “BILLIE EILISH MACHETE” on physical CD’s), takes the listener to an alternate reality in which Billie Eilish has had enough of fame. Run as she wields a machete, and dance to the instrumental break as she chases you through the woods!! There’s never been a slasher thriller this fun…

With the EP “These Painted Flowers”, the pandemic album project started in 2020 is at long last complete. The full album “Muddy River” has four EP parts. Part One: “On A Day Like That” has been on line since late 2021. Part Two: “Town Line” added more stories at the start of December 2024. Part Three: Imaginatively called “Three”, its three extended tracks are a collection of songs and rants. Part Four: “These Painted Flowers” wraps it all up.

Hailing from Portland, OR, Sorry Holly is a post-punk trio ten years in the making. Life gets in the way in many shapes and forms, keeping the band apart for a few scattered years. But in 2023, the band headed to Chicago, IL to record their first full length with producer Simon Small at Type One Studios. The debut album Use Your Heart is a dedication to lost loves and forgotten friends. A sonic wave of emo noise with an energetic live show to match. Sorry Holly is ready to give you a demonstration in poetic rock and roll justice.

‘Turn Off The Lights’ is the second single from the forthcoming CMON CMON EP Headwind to be released on March 14 2025. The single was produced by British producer James Brown, recorded at Trypoul Studio in The Netherlands and mixed at JBJ Studio in Portobello Road, London, UK. Mastering was done by Carl Saff in Chicago, USA.

Tidal Water is the brainchild of Martin Hovden, a passionate vocalist, songwriter, and producer from Oslo, Norway. Martin, the primary visionary and financial backer, infuses his deep societal concerns and personal experiences into Tidal Water’s music. His background in project management and event production enables him to bring a unique blend of powerful rock music to life, enhanced by the collaboration of talented friends from his musical journey.

The Muster Point Project (TMPP) kicks off 2025 with a quick little indie rock number. Bordering on proto-punk, “Darlin’” takes off in standard hard rock fashion but departs quickly in the bridge, venturing into progressive territory, giving listeners a bit of a twist, lyrically and musically.

The album explores themes of patriotism, art, protest, and belonging through the lens of someone who’s spent years watching others tell their stories. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art* (“Rothko”) to the backroads of *Kentucky (“Rose Hill”), Brown crafts detailed narratives that challenge listeners to examine their own roles in America’s ongoing drama.

“Venture Cowboys” is the first single taken from Mitch Rocket’s performance at the Retro-Future Revue 2024. The full EP Live at the Retro-Future Revue is set for release in April 2025.

Martha’s Vineyard, MA-based folkie James first caught my ear backing former Family Circus/Plum Nelly roots-rocker Billy Stoner on his engaging “lost” self-titled 1980 solo album, issued by Team Love in 2017 along with her own 1979 At Longview Farm and 2016’s When You Get Old. Now 74, her luxuriant voice has lost nothing in 45 years.

“Maybe there’s times we do want to be owned and dominated by music. We long for something discordant and transgressive. Or do we really need to sit in the corner and weep uncontrollably? But when we’re not in any of those moods, when we do want to be loved, when we just need to meet up with a crew of good souls who mean us well, there’s an album like Native Tongue. It’s more of an invitation to a place, the invention of a certain space where we’re welcome to hang out. “

“Under A Stone” draws inspiration from iconic bands like The Smiths, The Cure, and the Sundays. The track encapsulates the theme of solitude and acceptance, reflecting MatAre’s personal experience of living apart from loved ones. With a blend of upbeat melodies and introspective lyrics, this release stands out for its candid exploration of universal themes, turning despair into a matter of contemplation and resilience. Recorded in MatAre’s traveling home studio in Fort Walton Beach, this single features unique guitar tones that pay homage to the spirit of 80s new wave music, promising listeners a captivating musical journey.

HØME, shaped by projects like MAYFAIR, e suppoze, and The Naughty Daughters, have influenced the alternative rock scene for over three decades. With their first EP, Finding North, the four musicians begin a new chapter. After drawing attention with “Shivering and Cold” and “Sun to God” in 2023, their 2024 singles “Good Times” and “Electric Love” expanded their streaming audience. “Electric Love” stands out with its dynamic energy, perfect for the colder months.

Rarely are solitary musicians recording albums at home sans others as talented as Buffalo, NY’s prolific James Froese; unlike 2023’s Patterns, whose second half was solo acoustic, on this third LP he replicates a seasoned alt-rock/emo band throughout.

Music producer Brainheart has joined forces with singer-songwriter Michael Shynes to release a captivating new single, “Living in My Headphones.” This song is about those moments when the world feels overwhelming, and music becomes your refuge. At its core, “Living in My Headphones” is an anthem for anyone seeking solace in music during life’s most challenging moments. The song captures a person’s internal dialogue, navigating feelings of isolation, self-discovery, and resilience.

Flock of Indifference is a dynamic rock band that blends the brooding intensity of post-punk with the electrifying energy of modern rock. Formed by a group of kindred spirits who met in Philadelphia, the band channels a raw, unapologetic sound that resonates with disillusioned hearts and restless souls.

Lauren Ash is a TV actress you may know from her portrayal of Dina on NBC’s “Superstore” for 6 years. She’s also most recently been seen as Lexi in the ABC series “Not Dead Yet”. And now, for the first time in her life, she is living out her childhood dream of releasing her own music! Her musical style has been compared to Paramore and “if Gwen Stefani fronted Blink 182”. This is truly a passion project that she couldn’t be more excited to share with the world.

Sheykh Forever is a factory for infectious earworms from somewhere between yesteryear and the distant future. Its writer, producer and principal performer, Iraqi-born Mostafa Al, fuses disco, heavy rock and hypnagogic indie pop—all slathered with a fat dose of booty-bouncing funk. Written, produced, and recorded entirely at his home studio, his new single “Run for cover” delivers an enchanting and unique take on the classic anti-war anthem, with influences ranging from the psychedelic taunts of The Flaming Lips to the emotive drama of Janis Joplin.

With grinding, rumbling basslines, wailing guitars, versatile synths shifting from retro to modern, thundering drums, and vocals that croon and scream, our sound is inspired by The Velvet Underground, Kate Bush, Tool, Prodigy, Yes, Clash, Bowie, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, and a relentless passion for the music they love.

Sandcastle is an intense and very deep album based on an original treatment written by Sante Sabbatini, Francesco Braida and Filippo Novelli, out now as a Graphic Musical. Mardi Gras takes us on a introspective journey full of emotional tensions that highlight man’s fragility and insecurities, but at the same time enhances his strength and beauty.

Los Angeles band Sons of Silver is set to deliver their debut full-length album, Runaway Emotions, in January 2025. This release features classic rock ‘n’ roll infused with apocalyptic post-punk fury, echoing the protest music of the sixties and seventies. The ten tracks offer a full-throttle rallying cry—guitar, bass, drums, and keyboards—to preserve our freedom and collective humanity in the divisive aftermath of the lockdown.

Jason Masi’s newest release, “Pretty”, is a sexy retro pop rock song that is sure to get listeners in the groove with its tantalizing rhythm and infectious melodies. It is an animalistic theme of desire for a subject of fascination with a recognition that the hypnotic power of physical beauty has left the narrator helpless to escape the subject’s allure. This song captures the nature and power of physical attraction despite one’s self.

It’s not every day Minneapolis music royalty comes together and makes an album to leap out and grab the soul.” Grabs the soul indeed. Melody, heart, power pop and drive. With Love & Fury the Sam Graber Band has delivered one of the finest local rock albums in years.
The shifting balance between the love lyrical and the fury manic, that’s the album.

Striking beauty, dynamic powerhouse vocals, coupled with her songwriting prowess, Jennifer Marie delivers a moving performance with her sophomore EP, Do It All Again. After great success of her debut album You Can Whisper, Jennifer Marie felt the pull to explore her love of soulful, pop music that shifts her from her prior project.