Ratboys Announce New Album ‘Singin’ to an Empty Chair’ Out February 6th via New West

Ratboys Announce New Album ‘Singin’ to an Empty Chair’ Out February 6th via New West

Ratboys have announced Singin’ to an Empty Chair, their new album out February 6th via New West Records, and present a vivacious new single/video, “Anywhere.” Despite its title, the album isn’t defined by what’s missing. Rather, it’s the beginning of an important dialogue with a close loved one vocalist/guitarist Julia Steiner finds herself estranged from. The music on the band’s […]

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LISTEN: Summer of Peril Craft Cathartic Shoegaze With Stunning Theatrics On “Streetlights”

LISTEN: Summer of Peril Craft Cathartic Shoegaze With Stunning Theatrics On “Streetlights”

Summer of Peril is a four-piece alternative rock band based out of Fort Collins, Colorado, founded by Alex Forbes and Matt Lopez after meeting through the Colorado hardcore scene in 2023. Initially a three-piece, the band quickly grew to a four-piece by late 2024 after releasing their debut album, HOMESICK, and currently consists of Alex […]

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LISTEN: Ricky Lake’s “section” Is Animated Post-Punk With Raw Aggression

LISTEN: Ricky Lake’s “section” Is Animated Post-Punk With Raw Aggression

Ricky Lake is a genre-defying artist blending dark, delicate emotion with raw energy, weaving together trap, alt-pop, and experimental electronic sounds. Rising from the Bay Area scene and evolving through projects like Last Summer Sucked and Saving Ricky, he’s known for vulnerable storytelling and electrifying live instrumentation—from full drum kits to shredding guitars. His recent […]

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ALBUM PREMIERE: Brendan Welch Crafts Intimate and Candid Folk-rock on ‘Returning’

ALBUM PREMIERE: Brendan Welch Crafts Intimate and Candid Folk-rock on ‘Returning’

Melbourne-based songwriter Brendan Welch has been writing and recording original music for close to two decades. His debut EP The Unbeat (2005) received national radio play and led to a tour with Paul Kelly. His first single “Burn Away” was featured in the classic Australian TV series Love My Way. His 2007 EP That Ghost […]

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LISTEN: Too Much Joy Rejuvenate Their Punk Classic On Colorful “Clowns (but Ska)”

LISTEN: Too Much Joy Rejuvenate Their Punk Classic On Colorful “Clowns (but Ska)”

When Too Much Joy first released Son of Sam I Am on the San Francisco-based indie label Alias Records, critics were delighted. Rolling Stone called it “an exciting, promising discovery,” the New York Times praised its “irresistible guitar-driven pop songs,” and Penthouse declared it “the best indie rock record of the year.” At the same […]

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LISTEN: Frog’s “SAX-A-MA-PHONE VAR. XII” Brings Jazzy Undertones To Emotional Indie Rock

LISTEN: Frog’s “SAX-A-MA-PHONE VAR. XII” Brings Jazzy Undertones To Emotional Indie Rock

On August 29th, Cult New York-based band Frog announced THE COUNT, their seventh album, with the “BITTEN BY MY LOVE VAR. XI” single. The new record was released on September 19th, preceded by the “SPANISH ARMADA VAR. XV” (September 5th) and “SAX-A-MA-PHONE VAR. XII” (September 12th) singles. Following February’s 1000 Variations on the Same Song, […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Erik Huey (The Surreal McCoys) Revisits a Colorful Rock and Roll Past on “Ghosts of the Chelsea Hotel”

VIDEO PREMIERE: Erik Huey (The Surreal McCoys) Revisits a Colorful Rock and Roll Past on “Ghosts of the Chelsea Hotel”

Erik Huey’s 2nd solo album, Fort Defiance (due out February 13th, 2026 via APPALACHIAN A.F – PRE-ORDER), was produced by “The Godfather of Americana” Eric “Roscoe” Ambel, the legendary Rock ‘n’ Roll guitarist (Joan Jett, Del-Lords, Steve Earle & The Dukes) and producer (Bottle Rockets, Jimbo Mathus, Yayhoos, Sarah Borges). It features guest vocal appearances […]

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How Payment Methods Are Shaping the Next Wave of Online Casino Growth

How Payment Methods Are Shaping the Next Wave of Online Casino Growth

The way we pay online has changed faster than almost any other aspect of gaming. From cards and e-wallets to crypto and mobile pay, players now expect instant, secure, and flexible transactions. Online casinos embracing this shift aren’t just keeping up with technology—they’re building trust and reshaping the gaming experience. Changing the Game: How Payment […]

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Pacific Northwest Folk Artist Blair Borax Shares Track By Track Of ‘The Color Green’

Pacific Northwest Folk Artist Blair Borax Shares Track By Track Of ‘The Color Green’

Blair Borax’s relationship with music began unexpectedly in 2016, when a friend gifted her a cheap guitar. Since then, the Portland, Oregon-based artist has become a prolific songwriter, recording artist, and performer, known for her distinctive voice, captivating melodies, and thoughtful songwriting that taps into the heart of being human. In August, Borax released her […]

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LISTEN: Vian Izak’s  “I Just Have to Be Still” Is Deeply Personal Folk Rock With Raw Songwriting

LISTEN: Vian Izak’s  “I Just Have to Be Still” Is Deeply Personal Folk Rock With Raw Songwriting

Vian Izak writes songs that say you matter in a world that says you don’t. He’s gained 100 million+ streams across platforms and played sold-out shows in North America and Europe. He self-produces and releases original music from his studio in Nashville. 100% independent, he continues to create heartfelt folk-rock songs that resonate with those […]

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LISTEN: The Carousel Employ Dramatic Swells On Cinematic “Closer”

LISTEN: The Carousel Employ Dramatic Swells On Cinematic “Closer”

The Carousel is an indie rock group from Des Moines, Iowa. Blending their love of indie rock and classical music, the group released their debut self-titled EP on October 17th. With rich vocals, driving guitars, a thunderous rhythm section, and lush strings throughout, the band creates a musical soundscape that draws you in immediately.  “Closer” […]

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Wilco and Billy Bragg To Perform ‘Mermaid Avenue’ Live For The First Time at Solid Sound Festival 2026

Wilco and Billy Bragg To Perform ‘Mermaid Avenue’ Live For The First Time at Solid Sound Festival 2026

Wilco’s music and arts festival Solid Sound returns to MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts, from June 26– 28, 2026. Today, the festival announces Wilco and Billy Bragg will perform Mermaid Avenue Live, the first-ever full-length concert of music from the Mermaid Avenue songbook, to open the festival on Friday, June 26. Mermaid Avenue is the acclaimed collaborative project of Wilco and Bragg, in which they composed and recorded original music set […]

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Iron Maiden Announces ‘Run For Your Lives’ North American Tour Dates

Iron Maiden Announces ‘Run For Your Lives’ North American Tour Dates

Iron Maiden have announced the anticipated North American dates of their critically acclaimed RUN FOR YOUR LIVES WORLD TOUR. In celebration of their 50th Anniversary, the band will be performing at stadiums and major amphitheaters across the United States and Canada, allowing fans the chance to witness the brand new, state-of-the-art production, on the scale it […]

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Sour Ops Fuse Power Pop and Alt-country Sounds on Emotionally Resonant “All That Matters Now”

VIDEO PREMIERE: Sour Ops Fuse Power Pop and Alt-country Sounds on Emotionally Resonant “All That Matters Now”

Founded and fronted by Price Harrison, Sour Ops inhabit the thrilling space where proto-punk, glam, and power pop converge—recalling the swagger of T. Rex, the melodic edge of Big Star, and the bite of The Kinks. The band’s guitar-based minimalism and sharp, cynical wit have made them a distinctive voice in the Nashville rock underground. […]

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SONG PREMIERE: Uncle Lucius Serve Up a Rocking Tex-Mex Ode to Tacos with “Let Me Get A Lengua Plate” Off ‘Live In ’25’

SONG PREMIERE: Uncle Lucius Serve Up a Rocking Tex-Mex Ode to Tacos with “Let Me Get A Lengua Plate” Off ‘Live In ’25’

What makes a rock ‘n’ roll band? Its essence does not lie on a shelf. You can look at any object you want, a stack of records or framed show posters, but they are mere symbols. Ask a true fan why they love their favorite band, and it’s a matter of moments. Seeing a great […]

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Golden Age Thursday: The Dils Cement Punk Legacy During Lively Performance At Historic Houston Venue

Golden Age Thursday: The Dils Cement Punk Legacy During Lively Performance At Historic Houston Venue

The brother duo of Chip and Tony Kinman has together impacted punk more than most of the bands associated with the late-70s West Coast scene. Together, the Kinman name has been cemented in scenes across California, including the competitive and burgeoning Los Angeles and San Francisco scenes. While the Kinmans are primarily associated with the […]

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LISTEN: Island Wastrel Flips Rejection Into Jangly Rock On “We Were Looking for Someone More Youthful”

LISTEN: Island Wastrel Flips Rejection Into Jangly Rock On “We Were Looking for Someone More Youthful”

Island Wastrel is the recording project of Adie Kaye, a British-Canadian musician now based in Helsinki. His songs fuse indie/alt traditions with folk ritual and studio experimentation, balancing warmth, humour, and unease. A trained engineer from London’s RAK Studios, Kaye has worked with artists including Kate Nash, Bernard Butler, and The Last Shadow Puppets. As […]

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LISTEN: bigfish’s “I Can’t Sing (Without You)” Combines Fuzzy Textures With Palpable Longing

LISTEN: bigfish’s “I Can’t Sing (Without You)” Combines Fuzzy Textures With Palpable Longing

bigfish makes big, fishy rock in Los Angeles, CA. Lead songwriters Christian Lising and Xavier Siazon started as rival guitarists in their hometown of Manila before becoming close friends and collaborators in college. bigfish is known for its infectious energy, vivid lyricism, and eclectic alternative rock sound. “I Can’t Sing (Without You)” is the second […]

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Weirdo Wednesday: Ace Frehley Cackles Galore & Irks Gene Simmons on ‘The Tom Snyder Show’ 1979

Weirdo Wednesday: Ace Frehley Cackles Galore & Irks Gene Simmons on ‘The Tom Snyder Show’ 1979

Rounding out our tribute to the late great Ace Frehley in light of his recent passing last week, for today’s Weirdo Wednesday, we’re showcasing this classic interview from The Tom Snyder on Halloween night from1979. Ace’s renowned cackle is in full effect here as he uses this opportunity to unleash much of the pent up […]

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SONG PREMIERE: selena feliciano Offers Quietude and Safety For A Broken World With Choral Folk Tune “The Prayer”

SONG PREMIERE: selena feliciano Offers Quietude and Safety For A Broken World With Choral Folk Tune “The Prayer”

Whether it be from the sky, the sea, or a bicycle spoke, selena feliciano hears music coming from every direction. Local to the San Francisco Bay Area, she draws inspiration from a processing of the dualities of 21st century living–the good and bad, the built and the natural, the present and future. The result is […]

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