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KROWNS Celebrates Realness with 'Fake It' EP
January 23, 2019
A rising alternative band from Calgary, KROWNS refuses to waste a single bar on mediocrity in their thrilling new EP.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
Sam Fender Presents a Chilling Dystopian Vision in "Play God" Video
January 22, 2019
"'Play God' is set in an alternate dystopian reality that shares similarities with our own world."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Dean Lewis Recounts the Feeling of Sudden Heartbreak in "7 Minutes"
January 22, 2019
With over a billion streams worldwide, Lewis' brutally honest lyrics has genuinely resonated with listeners.
Author:
Alyssa Yung
Jade Bird Demonstrates a Quick-Witted Songwriting Genius in "I Get No Joy"
January 18, 2019
"This song is about the stream of thought that runs through your head at all times as an over thinker."
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Moth & The Flame's Triumphant Return Has "Only Just Begun" [PREMIERE]
January 17, 2019
An entrancing explosion of alternative rock, the new single will make you appreciate the beauty and simplicity of life's generous offerings.
Author:
Alissa Arunarsirakul
YUNGBLUD Invites You to His Grandma's for a Cup of Tea in "Loner" Video
January 17, 2019
"Loner" is a brilliant reminder that no matter what heights YUNGBLUD may climb to in the years to come, he will always be that slightly mischievous kid out of Doncaster.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
6 Ones To Know If You're a Fan of Hozier
January 15, 2019
Hozier redefined what it meant to pray with his breakout single "Take Me To Church." With new music on the way, we honor the Irish songwriter with 6 artists following his footsteps.
Author:
Kathryn O'Leary
SWMRS Delivers a Bout of VHS-Era Punk Nostalgia With "Trashbag Baby" Video
January 15, 2019
SWMRS delivers just what punk rock needs right now.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
The Dirty Nil - "Evil Side" | Northside Sessions
January 15, 2019
Emerging from Hamilton, Ontario, The Dirty Nil cut their teeth playing the dirtiest of dive bars before they found themselves opening for some of their own idols.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Enter the Emotive World of guardin With 15 BTS Photos [TOUR DIARY]
January 15, 2019
At the intersection of alternative, lo fi, emo, and hip-hop, stands guardin.
Author:
Maxamillion Polo
Chloe Star's EP Apt. 1101 Is A Battlecry of Alt-Pop Bravado
July 15, 2025
Apt. 1101 is a well-rounded sophomore EP, short and sweet – with enough range of what Star excels at, transcending genre norms by challenging what we expect a modern rocker to sound like and making it so much better.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
DURRY Celebrate the Present With A Look Into the Past on Genre-Bending Album, This Movie Sucks
July 22, 2025
Sibling duo Durry are back in action with their genre-blending sophomore album, This Movie Sucks.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
The Rions Dig Deep On Breakup Ballad "Maybe I'm Just A Freak"
June 19, 2025
The track is a reflective single that explores the emotional fallout of a relationship breakdown.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Showpony Fight Paranoia On New Single "Sludge"
July 25, 2025
New Haven heroes Showpony have crafted a unique blend of aggressive indie alt-rock and punk in their latest single,
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Welcome to the Gauzy Dreamscape of Wisp's Debut Album, 'If Not Winter'
August 6, 2025
Wisp has unveiled their highly anticipated debut album, If Not Winter, that is a fever dream of maximalism, shoegaze, and woefully exquisite angst.
Author:
Hillary Safadi
YŪNGOLD Release Fiery Debut EP 'Force of Habit'
June 20, 2025
The record is a sweltering dive into alternative rock that's as raw as electrifying.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
KennyHoopla Tackles Grief In Indie-Alt Track "orphan//"
August 13, 2025
The track calls to his pop-punk roots while weaving in new sonic elements inspired by acts like New Order and the Drums.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Fly by Midnight Take Us Along The Fastest Time Of Their Lives [Q&A]
August 14, 2025
Curious about the origins of this excellent pop record, we caught the friends and collaborators prior to their Fall tour, check it out here.
Author:
DJ Connor
Takayoshi Delivers a Burst of Emphatic 'songs that can fit in your pocket'
August 23, 2023
'songs that can fit in your pocket' is no misnomer, emerging as a tidy brief collection of songs that energize, deliver poignantly, and then shift into the next track.
Author:
DJ Connor
Sir Chloe Makes Loving Yourself Worth the Trouble in "Eyes"
August 15, 2025
"Eyes" is the third single off of Sir Chloe's impending record, Swallow the Knife, releasing August 22nd.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau