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Blondshell joins forces with Bully for rockin' new song "Docket"

Blondshell collaborates with Bully on new single "Docket"

Song explores self-examination and unhealthy relationship behaviors [ more ]

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Slow Hollows share Origins of new song "Tired": Exclusive

Dreamy track with shoegaze elements and heartfelt lyrics

Main theme of song is embracing a careless outlook and spending time with a loved one [ more ]

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Bully shares devastating new song "Atom Bomb": Stream

Alicia Bognanno of Bully released a poignant piano ballad 'Atom Bomb' about lost love.

The song 'Atom Bomb' underwent transformation from a faster version with drum machine to a piano ballad. [ more ]

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David Nance covers The Cure's 'Disintegration' in full on Bandcamp Friday album 'Shameless Kiss'

David Nance has released a full-album cover of The Cure's 1989 masterpiece on Bandcamp Friday.

Nance has transformed the album into his unique ragged brand of heartland indie rock. [ more ]

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Feeling Figures: Migration Magic

Sackville, New Brunswick has been a hub of lo-fi, home-recorded indie rock since the early 1990s.

Feeling Figures' debut album has a charming homespun sensibility that sounds out of time. [ more ]

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MGMT release long-awaited "Bubblegum Dog" as latest preview of new album

"Bubblegum Dog" is a song that originated as a meme among MGMT fans and gained legendary status within the fan community.

The song is now available to stream in full, after years of jokes and speculation about its existence.

"Bubblegum Dog" is a mid-tempo indie rock track with a DIY aesthetic and a visual directed by Julia Vickerman and Tom Scharpling. [ more ]

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Car Colors: "Old Death"

Charles Bissell of the Wrens has released his first song in two decades under the name Car Colors.

The song, titled "Old Death," explores Bissell's post-Wrens life, referencing the breakup of the band and his battle with cancer. [ more ]

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The Wrens' Charles Bissell releases first 3 songs in 20 years as Car Colors (listen)

The Wrens' Charles Bissell has released his first new music in 20 years under the moniker Car Colors.

The single, 'Old Death,' is a string-laden indie rock epic and serves as a lead single for the upcoming Car Colors album.

The album is described as a sequel to The Meadowlands and took 10 years of solo work to put together. [ more ]

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6 months ago

New exclusive vinyl: Wednesday's 'Rat Saw God' on plum LP

Wednesday's third album, Rat Saw God, is available for pre-order on exclusive vinyl pressing.

Rat Saw God has been one of 2023's most talked-about indie rock albums. [ more ]

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Steve Albini has died at 61

The indie rock icon Steve Albini, known for his work as an audio engineer, has passed away at age 61. [ more ]

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Steve Albini, Storied Producer and Icon of the Rock Underground, Dies at 61

Steve Albini, an iconic figure in indie rock, has passed away at 61. He was known for his work as a producer/engineer and as a member of bands like Shellac. [ more ]

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29 New Songs Out Today

A variety of new music releases are reviewed weekly, covering different genres and providing music news and premieres. [ more ]

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13 New Songs Out Today

Discover new music releases across genres.

Artists share personal insights behind their songs. [ more ]

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Australia's slowcore-ish Armlock sign to Run For Cover for new LP, share "Ice Cold"

Armlock signed to Run For Cover, new single 'Ice Cold' reminiscent of Pinback, Alex G, and Boards of Canada [ more ]

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Wishy announce debut album Triple Seven, reveal new single "Love on the Outside"

Wishy's debut album 'Triple Seven' is set to release on August 16th, with an anthemic power pop track 'Love on the Outside' as a preview. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Camera Obscura: Look to the East, Look to the West

Camera Obscura returns with fresh energy after 11 years, honoring late keyboardist Carey Lander. [ more ]

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Jessica Boudreaux (Summer Cannibals) announces new album 'The Faster I Run,' shares "Back Then"

Jessica Boudreaux from Summer Cannibals announces solo album 'The Faster I Run' following battling breast cancer and breakup of band. [ more ]

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Weatherbox release first single in 10 years, "Manson Dust" (listen)

Weatherbox released a new single called "Manson Dust" after a hiatus. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Hear +/- (Plus/Minus)'s "Gondolier" from first album in 10 years

NYC band +/- (Plus/Minus) are releasing their first album in a decade, featuring a seven-minute danceable indie rock single with unique elements like a musical saw. [ more ]

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The Alchemist & Oh No's new Gangrene album has a song called "Dinosaur Jr"

The Alchemist continues to show his versatility by collaborating on diverse projects, spanning genres like hip-hop and indie rock. [ more ]

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The Babies to Reunite for First Concerts in a Decade

The Babies indie-rock band, featuring Kevin Morby and Cassie Ramone, reunites for shows in LA and Brooklyn after a hiatus since 2013. [ more ]

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Menomena return with surprise three-song EP The Insulation

Menomena releases surprise EP after a decade with rotating vocalists. [ more ]

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Angel Olsen Announces 2024 North American Solo Tour

Angel Olsen embarks on North American solo tour, revisiting songs from her archive in smaller cities and towns. [ more ]

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Coachella announces a blood-sucking surprise lineup addition

Vampire Weekend will perform at Coachella's first weekend in the Outdoor Theatre at 5 p.m.

Vampire Weekend has risen to prominence in the indie rock scene and garnered critical and commercial success over the years. [ more ]

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The Decemberists Announce New Album As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again, Share New Song

The Decemberists have announced a new album after six years titled 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again' releasing on June 14.

The album features a 19-minute prog epic song 'Joan in the Garden' and collaborations with James Mercer and Mike Mills. [ more ]

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Haux: Blue Angeles

Haux's music is reminiscent of Bon Iver with detailed electronic pop and falsetto vocals.

Blue Angeles by Haux features indie rock and folk songs infused with pop elements and intricate production. [ more ]

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Maya Hawke unveils poetic new song "Dark"

Maya Hawke releases new song 'Dark' from upcoming album Chaos Angel, featuring poetic songcraft about fragile new love and indie rock sound.

Hawke's 'Dark' explores themes of struggling relationships and past pain, with production insight revealing personal experiences that inspired the song. [ more ]

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Seattle Indie Station KEXP Buys Up Bay Area's Constantly Format-Changing 92.7 FM, Starts Broadcasting Tuesday

92.7 FM in Bay Area has changed formats frequently until being bought by Seattle's KEXP for $3.75 million.

KEXP plans to broadcast indie rock music in Bay Area, initially airing the same programming as their Seattle stations. [ more ]

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Star 99 in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Local power-pop punk bands will be performing at a punk event hosted by Heavy Lemon in San Jose.

The lineup includes Blazer, Sun Spots, Bug Bath, and Star 99, showcasing a variety of genres like power-pop, indie rock, noise punk. [ more ]

The Ringer

'60 Songs That Explain the '90s': Garth Brooks, "Friends in Low Places"

Garth Brooks's 'Friends in Low Places' and Death Cab for Cutie's 'Company Calls Epilogue' share themes of disrupting a former lover's wedding.

Country music humorously portrays scenarios like ruining an ex's wedding, while indie rock like Death Cab for Cutie's song delves into somber emotions. [ more ]

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Mannequin Pussy: I Got Heaven

I Got Heaven album is mouthy, messy, and self-assured, challenging conventions.

The album celebrates femininity in a profane, self-assured manner. [ more ]

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Laetitia Sadier: Rooting for Love

Laetitia Sadier's music blends deceptive sweetness with unflinching politics.

Her latest solo album 'Rooting for Love' juxtaposes gentle pop melodies with dark, politically charged lyrics. [ more ]

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Office Dog: Spiel

Kane Strang formed the indie rock power trio Office Dog with friends Rassani Tolovaa and Mitchell Innes.

Spiel, the debut album by Office Dog, emphasizes the personality of each player and explores heavy yet nimble arrangements and moody, melancholic sentiments. [ more ]

Portland Mercury

Hear in Portland: Bocha and Covi. at Rontoms, Jon Batiste Takes the Schnitz, and Jakki and the Pink Smudge Experiment

Jakki and the Pink Smudge is an indie fuzz-rock band based in Portland, releasing a new single called 'I Go On Walks' on January 31.

The band will be playing a show at Swan Dive on February 24, where fans can hear their previous singles and enjoy their unique performance style. [ more ]

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EKKSTACY: EKKSTACY

Ekkstacy's biggest song has a lot of streams

He started as a SoundCloud emo rapper but now identifies as an indie rocker [ more ]

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Ratboys Announce Spring 2024 U.S. Tour Dates

Ratboys have announced a 2024 U.S. tour starting on March 28 in Kentucky and concluding on April 13 in Wisconsin.

They will also be playing at music festivals including Primavera Sound Barcelona and Solid Sound. [ more ]

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Cheekface surprise release new album 'It's Sorted' (listen)

Cheekface has surprise-released a new album called It's Sorted

The album explores themes of individuality and conformity in a collapsing empire [ more ]

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No Windows sign to Fat Possum, share "Song 01" from new EP 'Point Nemo'

No Windows has signed to Fat Possum and announced a new EP, Point Nemo, due out on May 3.

The lead single, "Song 01," is inspired by the novel Flowers for Algernon and explores the theme of isolation. [ more ]

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The Last Dinner Party win BBC Radio 1's Sound Of 2024

The Last Dinner Party has won BBC Radio 1's Sound Of 2024, an award that has predicted break-out chart success for previous winners.

They were told the news by Florence And The Machine, who praised their sound and live shows.

The Last Dinner Party is the first group to win the award since Years & Years in 2015. [ more ]

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Ratboys make their TV debut on CBS Saturday Sessions

Ratboys performed on CBS Saturday Sessions, showcasing songs from their recent album.

Vocalist Julia Steiner's live performance on CBS matches her recorded vocals. [ more ]

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For a new generation of indie rock acts, country music is king

Singer-songwriter Mitski's My Love Mine All Mine, plays out like a whispered dirge.

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Speedy Ortiz's Sadie Dupuis tells us about her favorite albums of 2023

Speedy Ortiz released their first album in five years, Rabbit Rabbit, and have upcoming shows in NYC and Philly.

Band leader Sadie Dupuis shares her favorite albums of 2023, returning to creating a list without qualifiers or rankings. [ more ]

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