Posts by Glide

Energized by the spontaneity of live performance and a revelatory pursuit of truth in her lyric writing, Maya de Vitry returns with her fifth full-length album, All My Faith (due out July 24th). Prioritizing presence and grit over studio polish, she sounds joyously at home in the alt-country and indie-folk realms. From canyons to kitchens, […]

 Yes celebrates the 50th anniversary of one of its most storied performances on July 17 with Live At Roosevelt Stadium, Jersey City, 17 June 1976. The live album’s first official release arrives on the heels of the band’s new studio album, Aurora, debuting on June 12. 2CD and 3LP versions of Live At Roosevelt Stadium are available to pre-order HERE. Rhino.com is […]

Lucy Clearwater is a Los Angeles–based folk/Americana singer-songwriter who writes songs the way some people keep journals. Honestly, carefully, and with a deep respect for feeling. With a background in classical violin and a sound rooted in acoustic instruments and human-scale storytelling, her music carries emotional clarity, wit, and the warmth of California folk traditions. […]

So what good is rebellion without a system left to aim it at? British Columbia’s Mock Media – a troupe of four childhood friends – have decided to join hands and circle around the bonfire as the surrounding scenery spirals into utter madness. The group’s newest recording chapter, Rat Bastard – out Friday, July 17 […]

As we gear up for release week for Kurt Vile’s new album Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me, this week’s Weirdo Wednesday revisits a collaboration many fans may not even know exists. While most people are familiar with Vile’s 2017 team-up with Courtney Barnett on Lotta Sea Lice, he also appeared on Hope Sandoval & The […]

Suzanimal is a Bay Area indie psych-pop-rock band that makes danceable, groove-driven songs about bugs, naps, doubts, ideas, love, swimming, fear, parties, games, imposter syndrome, cooking, infinity, shady Airbnb hosts, and more. Singer, songwriter, and bassist Suzanne Galal – a scientist and professor by day — picked up a bass guitar for the first time […]

Saudi Oil is an American punk band formed in 2025 in New York City. The group consists of Christopher Aljumah (vocals, guitar), Rayan Mustafa (vocals, guitar), Raphael Fineberg (drums), Derrick Cheung (bass), and various collaborators on synth. Saudi Oil was formed accidentally after Aljumah—a practicing architect—slipped a clause into his contract while designing Partisan Records’ […]

Saxophonist Sonny Rollins died Monday at the age of 95. Rollins built one of the most influential and admired careers in jazz history, creating a legacy that reached far beyond his extraordinary talent as a tenor saxophonist. Over more than seven decades, Rollins became a revolutionary force in modern improvisation and a symbol of artistic […]

Mike Richmond has spent decades embedded in the rich musical mythology of Athens, Georgia, though he’s never seemed particularly interested in mythology itself. Best known as a founding member of the jangly underground trailblazers Love Tractor, Richmond helped shape the city’s fiercely independent scene alongside peers like The B-52s, Pylon, and R.E.M.. But on Without […]

While many people first discovered Kurt Vile through his early involvement with The War on Drugs, his solo career quickly revealed a far more idiosyncratic artistic vision. Drawing comparisons to J Mascis for his laid-back demeanor, fuzzed-out guitar work, and wandering song structures, Vile steadily carved out a sound that felt both deeply classic and […]

There is a particular hour, somewhere between the last song of an encore and the slow drive home, when a live-music fan in the United States is at their most engaged. The set list is still ringing in the ears, the phone is full of grainy clips, and the long thread of conversation is just […]

As we head toward the May 29 release of Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me, we’re revisiting some of Kurt Vile’s most distinctive moments this week. Among the best — and definitely one of the loudest — is his mesmerizing live performance of “Goldtone,” recorded at the KEXP studio on October 19, 2015. Originally the sprawling […]

Today, Jesse Welles has announced the release of his sixth studio album, Masks Off, which will be released June 12th, a culmination of his work since he came to prominence by performing in the Arkansas wilderness where he was raised and where he currently resides. “These songs were highlights of the past year, and they sort of […]

Dopameen is a Thai pop/indie artist creating emotional, relatable songs about distance, longing, and hope. Blending honest lyrics with catchy modern pop hooks, she brings a sound that feels both heartfelt and current — intimate, memorable, and deeply connected to today’s audience.  After a string of singles dating back to 2023, released sporadically in the […]

One of the only bands in the world to combine cello, beatbox, electric bass, and vocals, Biribá Union’s grooves are infectious, and their rhythms tap into the heartbeat of the planet. Made up of three accomplished musicians in their own right: Grammy-winning, classically trained cellist/vocalist Mike Block, Grammy-nominated beatboxer/rapper/guitarist Christylez Bacon, and renowned Uruguayan bassist/vocalist […]

Les Claypool has long established his place as one of the busiest artists working today. From his legendary longevity as a daring rock innovator to the many vehicles he’s created to deliver these lofty visions, Claypool is one of the more enthralling figures in contemporary music. He has traversed many rock subgenres with great ease, […]

Not long ago, online gambling had a very fixed image. It was often seen as something quiet, private, and even a bit secretive. People played on their own, and the outside world rarely saw what was happening. That has changed.  Social media has pulled gambling into the spotlight, reshaping how it looks, feels, and spreads. […]

Music can help to get a messier study session sorted into a routine. However, not all playlists are beneficial. There are songs that focus the attention, others steal it. This is why so many students ask themselves, what genre of music is best for studying? The right choice changes with the task. Reading asks for […]

Thirsty Curses is an eclectic rock project based in Raleigh, centered around songwriter Wilson Getchell. Drawing from punk, alt-country, classic rock, and power pop, the project blends restless, genre-spanning arrangements with lyrics that explore cultural decay and the search for meaning in a fractured world. While anchored by Getchell’s songwriting and vision, Thirsty Curses operates […]

Breachway is the project of former wild bird rehabilitator Noah Barreto, now based in Brooklyn, NY. Having released a handful of EPs, Barreto will release his highly anticipated self-titled debut album in late 2026. Known for his easygoing demeanor and chatting with his audience over his own acoustic instrumentals, Barreto’s distinct live show has become […]