This song deals with personal growth gained through the pain of a breakup. Interesting slide guitar with a build-up to a fast-paced rocking song. This is a cover of a 30-year-old John Bottomley song, which was a brief hit in Canada when it was released.

The Wood is the 4th album by singer-songwriter Amanda Emblem, its title taken from one of the tracks. It’s a contemporary, atmospheric folk, acoustic driven collection of tunes that features flute and harmonica along with guitar fingerpicking and slide. Storytelling, contemplative themes and sweet melodic sounds with simple authenticity are key to it’s listening journey. Fun and upbeat to spooky old school sounds will trip your imagination from start to finish.

Giant Killers8 look to the future – The Boy Who Went Delulu is the headline title of four brand new tracks – an EP showcase of the band’s upcoming second album due in November. Music industry watchers will recall the ’90s comeback kings ‘ well-documented 30-year struggle to get their rights back from an industry giant. 2024’s Songs for the Small Places was heralded as one of the finer cuts of that year by *Louder Than War.

Produced by Alex Farrar (Wednesday, MJ Lenderman, Indigo de Souza) at Drop of Sun Studios in Asheville and mastered by Jennica Best (Colatura), the record captures Wetsuit’s power of their cathartic live sets, blending layers of 90’s alt with elements of indie twang, shoegaze and 80’s new wave. Wetsuit unravels memory into melody, with songs tracing Becker’s journey from Midwest childhood to Brooklyn adulthood, pairing nostalgic visuals with DIY music videos for over half the album, directed entirely by women.

Lessons in Crime, the alternative pop/rock duo hailing from Ottawa, Canada, is the brainchild of Liam Schwisberg and Paolo Pace. Meeting at Algonquin College in 2017, their musical journey began when Liam asked Paolo to play drums on a final project, leading to the formation of the band.

Noah & The Void, the heartfelt musical project from 27-year-old artist and former Berklee dropout Noah Chartier, returns with “Love Comes Free”, a euphoric, genre-blurring single that captures the emotional weight of struggle and the unexpected power of joy. It’s a shimmering alt-pop, folky anthem, built for late-night drives, windows down, and a heart wide open.

Transatlantic country duo Outpost Drive return with their powerful new single “House Of Cards”, a soaring, sun-drenched anthem that blends American storytelling with British grit. Written and recorded on the Welsh borders with hitmaker Jim Eliot (Ellie Goulding, Halsey), the track was shaped in a home studio nestled deep in rural farmland, yet its sound feels built for arenas, festival stages, and long summer drives.

Drawn from the very air itself (and a robust wi-fi signal), the combination of Ted Hajnasiewicz and Doyle Turner feels like fate. Raised on Minneapolis rock and roll, Ted Hajnasiewicz is an award-winning songwriter and named “Maverick” artist by the Midwest Country Music Organization. Doyle Turner is the “little bit country” side of the duo. Doyle and Ted met on the internet in 2020, and have put their backs to the musical wall to perform songs that matter.

Last night Jones Beach Theater, the legendary British rock legends The Who, led by now-octogenarian founders Roger Daltrey & Pete Townshend continued their North American farewell tour, playing to a packed crowd of obsessive Who fans eager to celebrate the presence of one of the best ever live bands and were treated to 21-song set drawn mostly from their monumental ‘70s concept LPs Who’s Next and mod rock opera Quadrophenia, both of which still stand as testament to primary songwriter Townshend’s genius for incorporating a wide variety of influences & nascent recording technology to transform them into unforgettable anthems for the ages.

Hailing from London N1, singer-songwriter Tom Minor feels inspired by indie rock, new wave and punk, power pop, psychedelic and garage rock, soul and R&B. After several years of all kinds of hack writing for others Minor now focuses on his own brand of existential indie, gathering high praise all across the blogosphere for his debut album Eleven Easy Pieces on Anger & Disappointment and subsequent singles “Future Is an F Word”, “Expanding Universe” and The Manic Phase EP.

Ron Sexsmith is one of those artists that get taken for granted easily.

It’s Karma It’s Cool are a four-piece indie rock/pop band from Lincoln, UK who flit between melodic power punk-pop and indie rock rarely seen this side of the Atlantic as they create their own mesmerizing brand of music which seems to melt a heavenly pot of genre-defining acts like Weezer, Green Day, REM, Pearl Jam, They Might Be Giants and even hints of The Allman Brothers into a cauldron of something plainly unique which results in the band It’s Karma It’s Cool.

The first album in 26 years from gloomy U.K. post-punk firebrands Prolapse goes down a storm, its three-guitar attack sounding as vital, mean and fierce as it ever has. And the conversations between vocalists Mick Derrick and Linda Steelyard are fascinating. They’re going to destroy your face.

A future iconoclast’s early folk-pop days.

Following a standout debut and growing industry buzz, rising country-folk artist Peech.*has released his debut EP, Small Town America, via *CCMG/TAMLA. The six-track project captures the warmth, ache, and transformation that come with leaving behind the world you’ve always known in pursuit of something greater

Following the success of their debut album OBSERVE, Zegovia continues to carve out space for unfiltered expression in the modern rock scene. “Prefab” is a wild detour—one that makes no promises, but still leaves a mark.

‘Scavengers’ is the new single from Eric Angelo Bessel’s upcoming album, Mirror at Night. Bessel shares, “Scavengers is an homage to mind coalescence and superorganisms trying their thousands of hands at constructing lo-fi string ensembles echoing through the night, and in reverse, whenever it suits them.”

A Farewell Device, the long-running project of Bay Area singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Justin Vanegas, is set to release a bold new work titled Before Daylight, a collection that blends raw emotional candor with imaginative storytelling.

Singer-songwriter* Eva* proudly announces the release of her debut album Outlaw Anthem, a deeply personal and hard-won collection of songs that reflect a life shaped by wide open spaces, unexpected turns, and the power of creative connection. The album brings together stories of strength, resilience, and personal reinvention, all filtered through Eva’s honest lyricism and the trio’s grounded yet spirited sound. With influences that span country, folk, and Americana, each track carries the unpolished charm of real-life experience.

“Holiday” follows the recently released singles “Spirit of the Night” and “Stay (Betty Blue)”, while Burchfield’s career has spanned countless national tours, critical praise from The Bluegrass Situation and Creative Loafing among others, and opening slots for the likes of CAAMP, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, David Shaw of The Revivalists and many more.

The Baltimore quartet haven’t just reunited for grins – Mobtown, their sixth album, resounds with glorious purpose.

Herman Martinez, hailing from Atlanta, United States, is the mastermind behind the much-anticipated album, UltraTerrestrial. Written and performed solely by Martinez, the album showcases his raw talent and unique vision. Produced, mixed, and mastered by the skilled Ahmed Mahmoud, with engineering by Chase Cassara, this project is a testament to Martinez’s dedication to his craft.

Blossom Aloe, hailing from Houston, United States, is a rising sensation in the music scene. Their new single, “Honey,” was released on August 8, 2025, and showcases the talents of the band members. Recorded, mixed, and mastered by guitarist Josh Vargas, the lyrics were penned by Mia Jane Coyle, with the instrumental crafted by Josh Vargas, Henry Huelskamp, and Aaron Ruiz. The music video for “Honey” was expertly produced by Houston videographer Jamie McDonald.

Scarlet Mill, the Dutch alternative/indie band hailing from Amsterdam, Netherlands8, is a captivating duo comprised of *Jennifer Moesker8 on vocals, piano, organ, and synths, along with *Erik Verhoef on vocals, guitar, bass, and drums. Their sound is further enriched by the talented Maarten Verhoef on saxophones, their permanent special guest

Singer-songwriter Forrest Hill finds himself on familiar yet uncharted terrain with his sixth solo album, Beyond The Veil. After the success of his previous release, Living On The Edge Of Time, Hill returns with a new collection of tracks that delves deeper into existential questions while expanding his sonic palette into new psychedelic folk-rock territories.

Tara Beier is an American-Canadian singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles and Joshua Tree. She has been featured in such notable media outlets as Rolling Stone, USA Today, The New York Times, American Songwriter, NBC, Glamour, ET Canada and on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam.

Swedish singer-songwriter Rubanq returns with his latest single, “Bury Me Deep,” a haunting and honest track that dives deep into feelings of weariness, loss, and the search for meaning amidst life’s shadows

Two years in the making, A Cosmic Year finds Matt C. White in total control of his craft—performing every instrument and vocal before passing the record to Matt Labozza (Palm, Yucky Duster, The Giraffes) for final mastering. The result is a cosmic, fuzz-soaked journey for fans of psych, doom, and heavy experimental rock.

Alt-rock rebels Super Creeps are back with_ A Bug’s Life-, a raw, unfiltered 3-track EP that blends lofi grit with garage rock energy. Releasing on August 22, 2025, the project marks the band’s newest studio release — and the start of a larger wave of music set to drop soon

Vicious Clay, the brainchild of Vinny Silva, hails from the bustling music scene of New York, United States. As the sole musician in the studio, Vinny is a multi-talented artist responsible for songwriting and performing all instruments for the band’s sessions. Collaborating with longtime friend Apoena Frota, they bring a wealth of experience from their involvement in various acts, crafting a unique and captivating sound that transcends genres.

Racing Mount Pleasant arrives from the ashes of Kingfisher with a miraculous, cinematic pseudo-debut with so very much to offer.

San Francisco post-punk outfit Octavian Winters presents their new single ‘Hermine’, an invigorating song that channels the band’s edgier energy. Erupting with a wall of sound from the first notes, this is the first song written for their debut album, anticipated for early 2026 via Stratis Capta Records.

With You’re Exaggerating!, Cornish makes his debut as a leader with a sparkling piano trio sound.

Bridging the gap between eighties new wave electronica and nineties indie pop, Talk In Code are producing original timeless anthems. “More Than Friends” is unarguably their finest example to date. Demonstrating a reflective mood to the band’s artistry, More Than Friends is equally as atmospheric as it is anthemic. Reinforced by an infectious rhythmic groove, lies a familiar blossoming relationship narrative of eagerness versus apprehension.

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. After this year’s anti-war epic
‘Run for cover’ came the bilious ‘Sleeping dogs’, a vintage funk victory lap lauded for its “originality, freshness, eclecticism, groove, and a feeling of sonic adventurousness.”

Razor Burn is a high-energy Aussie rock band delivering raw, electrifying riffs and gritty, no-nonsense lyrics. Born from the dive bars and underground venues of Australia, the band channels the spirit of classic hard rock with a modern, hard-hitting edge. Their sound is a fusion of blistering guitars, thunderous drums, and anthemic choruses that demand to be played loud.

Dub master Adrian Sherwood returns with his first solo album since 2012, and it’s a dense menagerie of sound and hypnotic rhythm, further expanding the boundaries of dub with experimental and artful precision.

The* Ukrainian* experimental project New Laconia presents its new single, “Journey to the Past” – an atmospheric and deeply emotional composition that blends philosophical introspection, musical experimentation, and is a crucial piece of an overarching storyline.

From the deepest, darkest Forest of Dean, *Vendetta Deluxe8 are an alt-rock 3 piece with a sprinkling of punk and a nod to grunge with songs of life in an ex-mining town, socially political themes and more intimate tales wrapped in slamming tunes with razor sharp guitars, gritty bass, thundering drums and tight harmonies.

Blackberry Crush is a post-shoegaze/grunge band based in Denver, Colorado. Initially releasing their debut EP entitled Drawing Board as a duo in northern Wyoming, the group has now expanded to a three-piece outfit with the addition of drummer Nick Schell. Their newest single “With/Without” releases August 15th via Mean World Records. Blackberry Crush’s music is loud yet gentle, abrasive yet comforting. Blackberry Crush is finding healing through noise.

Drummer Geoff Mann is the son of jazz flautist Herbie Mann, and Undercover is in every way a tribute to his dad’s landmark jazz/funk fusion album Memphis Underground.

Sterling Miller is a Florida-born, Tennessee-based singer-songwriter whose music lives at the crossroads of Americana, Southern soul, and folk-rock. With a raw, storytelling approach shaped by years as a bandleader and studio owner, his songs carry the grit of real life and the heart of homegrown Southern roots.

With its high-energy choruses, infectious melodies, and lyrics that capture the urgency of seizing every moment, this track blends the nostalgic edge of early-2000s pop-punk with a modern, uplifting spirit. Fans of Blink-182, Jimmy Eat World, and Bowling For Soup will feel right at home, but the message is universal: when life gives you the opening, make it your year.

Eugene Robinson (Buñel, Oxbow) and guitarist Steve Ballinger, working with producer / sound engineer Joe Chiccarelli (White Stripes, Steve Wynn, Oxbow), have brought an entire album back to life. It’s not an easy listen. It’s punk, it’s goth, it’s post-both. It’s experimental and melodic. It’s electric and dangerous. It’s of a time that no longer exists, but it’s also a time machine.

Three years after his critically acclaimed self-titled LP—which earned multiple “Album of the Year” accolades and saw Billboard christen him “The Dreampop Troubadour”—*Kramies* pens a new chapter: a collection of songs steeped in wonder, drifting deeper into the otherworldly realms he’s come to inhabit. From that record, a new genre quietly emerged: Folklore Dreampop—a blend of dreamy textures, poetic myth, and spectral beauty.

Americana troubadour and cinematic storyteller JD Hinton returns with “San Francisco Dreams”, an evocative, jazz-kissed single for the dreamers who gave it everything—and still found themselves just short of the finish line. Blending wry observations with soaring melodies, this new track lands with the bittersweet wisdom of a man who’s lived long enough to know that not all roads lead exactly where you planned—and that doesn’t make them any less worth traveling.

Corpus Delicti returns with Liminal, a new record that is both dark and luminous, vibrant and urgent, set for release in November 2025. As a major name in French—and even international—post-punk scene, the band is back with music that remains faithful to their roots while embracing a modern edge.
The first single, “Room 36”, reveals a haunting and powerful atmosphere, elevated by a collaboration with contemporary artist Jean-Luc Verna, whose artwork graces the album cover.

Animal Frequencies by The Dodo Appreciation Society is a musical journey inspired by the animal kingdom, with each song dedicated to a different creature. Influenced by a range of artists from experimental bands like The Residents to death metal icons like Cannibal Corpse, the album is a testament to the duo’s creative exploration

A lifelong channel of melody, Melas Leukos first emerged with her 2017 EP Fable on Jumpsuit Records. Since then, her collaboration with producer and artist Tone Ranger8 has deepened her cinematic and ceremonial sound. Whether performing in sacred spaces like the *Taos Mesa Amphitheater or conjuring worlds through illustration, ritual, and dance, Melas lives at the intersection of myth, music, and memory.

Les Ailes, the project of singer-songwriter Rylie DeGarmo, announces the upcoming release of Lou Heron, a strikingly intimate folk album shaped by personal upheaval and collective reckoning. With a sound rooted in the raw vulnerability of Big Thief and the ambient haze of Beach House, Lou Heron brings together themes of embodiment, grief, and radical care.