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Oakland Band to Perform at New Colossus Festival

Welcome Strawberry brings their dream pop sound to the East Village event.

Mitski Embraces Intimacy in New York Residency

The indie artist's latest performances showcase a more relaxed and visually-driven stage persona.

23-Year-Old Artist Greek Blends R&B, Pop, and Soul

Martinsville Native Emerges from Behind the Scenes to Spotlight

Arlo Parks Embraces Hedonistic Nightlife in New Album

The rising artist's musical journey reflects a shift in the contemporary music landscape.

New York Artist Mechanical Woman Releases 'Curbside Diamonds'

The song's inspiration came from finding a broken diamond watch at a low point in her life.

Ava Connell Band Performs With Special Guest Cameron Rainey

Local alt-country artist Ava Connell brings her debut EP release show to MadLife Stage & Studios in Woodstock, Georgia.

Portland Songwriter Bory Releases New Album 'Never Turns To Night'

Bory's evolution from power pop to atmospheric indie showcases a growing trend of artists as 'complete architects of sound'

Orlando experimental duo TTN returns to the stage after hiatus

The duo promises a completed suite of new music at their upcoming show at Will's Pub.

4 Artists Redefining Shoegaze for a New Generation

Introducing 'Zoomergaze': Shoegaze's alternative little sibling

Psych-Funk Trio BALTHVS Transforms World Tour Into New Album 'Transmutations'

The album, out March 20, captures the band's live energy while adding studio polish.

Chicago alt-country upstarts National Photo Committee come in Red Hot

The band has been kicking around since before the pandemic, and they've never followed any muse but their own.

Rising Singer-Songwriter Stella Mabry Releases Dreamy Indie-Pop Single 'Bored'

New track explores the anxiety and hope of new love

Phoenix teen shoegaze phenom Flyingfish kicks off tour in Chicago

17-year-old musician Sam Fishman brings his evolving shoegaze sound to Subterranean this Tuesday.

Chicago Psych Fest Brings Eclectic Lineup of Psychedelic Music

The annual festival at The Hideout features a diverse mix of local and national acts.

Digital Hardcore Artist Dicqbeats Unleashes Explosive New Album 'Dicqbroke'

The Chicago-based musician blends metal, punk, and electronic music into a chaotic, politically-charged sound.

Texas Musicians Blast Fascism and Injustice in New Songs

From punk to hip-hop, artists in the Lone Star State are using music to fight for change.

Spill Tab Reflects on Indie-Pop Journey, Vulnerability, and New Album 'Angie'

Claire Chicha, the artist behind Spill Tab, discusses her musical lineage, creative process, and the making of her latest release.

Rising Artist Alemeda Prepares for First Headlining Tour

Alemeda's new EP 'But What The Hell Do I Know' reflects her evolving perspective and the challenges of a music career.

Edgehill Celebrates Debut Album Release with Standout Show

The up-and-coming Nashville band wows the crowd at Rough Trade Below in Manhattan

Bon Iver Launches 'VOLUMES' Series with Live Album

New collection offers fans a deeper connection to the band's evolution and live performances

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