LISTEN: Wombo’s “S.T. Tilted” Is Refreshing Alt-pop With Stunning Guitar Prowess
The weird world of Wombo is a kaleidoscopic journey of sharp turns and surprising visions, a melting pot of influences with a cheeky cheshire-cat grin that coalesce into a trippy but infinite universe, a portal into their unique vantage point without limitation. Already committed to living outside the traditionally-heralded country sound of the music scene […]
LISTEN: Magic Nic & the General Electric Create Distorted Bliss On Galvanizing “Harvey”
Magic Nic was not born into a musical home. Magic Nic left the cold New England plateau chasing a sound he couldn’t name—finding pieces of it on the sticky stages and amongst broken amplifiers in Sydney’s Inner West. Cutting his teeth belting harmonies in garage-pop outfit Easy Street and transcending the astral plane with noise-rockers […]
Robert Finley Releasing New Dan Auerbach-Produced Soul Album ‘Hallelujah! Don’t Let The Devil Fool Ya’
North Louisiana singer/songwriter Robert Finley has announced his eagerly awaited new album, Hallelujah! Don’t Let The Devil Fool Ya, arriving via Easy Eye Sound on Friday, October 10. Physical pre-orders/digital pre-saves are available now. Produced by longtime collaborator Dan Auerbach at his Easy Eye Sound Studios in Nashville, Finley’s fourth album for Easy Eye Sound sees Bernice, LA’s favorite son […]
SONG PREMIERE: Amy Jay Trusts Her Instincts on Emotionally Resonant Indie Pop Tune “How The Mind Can Be A Trap”
New York-based indie alt-folk singer-songwriter Amy Jay’s songs are like plastic knives — pliable, yet cutting. Throughout the 10 songs on her new album, MNEMONICS (PRE-SAVE), Jay proves she knows how to wield them tenaciously. Titled to represent the mnemonic devices she birthed while “writing my inner monologue” during and outside of therapy sessions, these […]
From Burnout to Balance Without Changing Jobs
Achieve Work-Life Balance Without Quitting Your Job! Discover how to go from burnout to balance without changing jobs. Tips and strategies for a healthier work-life integration right here. Feeling burnt out but not keen on the idea of changing your job? You’re not alone. Many of us face the challenge of finding balance in our […]
Social Media Symphony: A Viplikes Guide to Harmonizing Your Influencer
Before you touch a single setting or obsess over analytics, there’s a question most creators never ask: Does your content sound like you—or like everyone else? Think of your social presence as an instrument. You wouldn’t perform with a guitar that’s out of tune, yet that’s exactly what happens when we chase trends without refining […]
Best Satellite Internet for Gaming: Top Competitors Compared
Breaking Down Everything You Need to Know About Satellite Internet for Gaming Satellite Internet 101 When you’re deep into an online match—whether you’re storming a point in Overwatch or surviving a late-game circle in Fortnite—the last thing you want isn’t a sniper or a sweatiest-of-the-sweaty opponent. It’s lag. The real enemy is a bad connection. […]
LISTEN: Sam Siefert Ensemble Project Create Sweeping Jazz With Colorful Crescendos On “Despite Everything”
The Sam Siefert Ensemble Project is a large ensemble from Innsbruck (Austria), including 11 musicians. The sound of the ensemble is a mixture of different vibes, colors, and emotions. In the texts of their music, they deal with respecting each other and celebrating the differences among all people. Individualistic improvisation should give every member the […]
LISTEN: Tuxis Giant’s “Days” Is Immersive Yet Simplistic Indie Rock With A Twist
Tuxis Giant formed in 2015, when frontperson Matt O’Connor (they/them) holed up in a Vermont cabin to record the band’s self-titled debut. In the 10 years since, Tuxis Giant has evolved into an ever-changing beast, welcoming a rotating cast of bandmates from Boston’s DIY music scene. And while the sound has expanded from Here Comes […]
LISTEN: Real Ones Bring Danceability To Tradition On Infectious “Folk House”
Known as a fantastic live band and one of the most original bands in Norway, Real Ones continue to see smiling and dedicated audiences wherever they play: From Svalbard to Yukon to Shanghai to Mumbai to Havana to New York and to countless other places they have played! In February 1994, while they were still […]
LISTEN: Tommy Moom$’s “Where She” Is Soulful Hip-hop With Lo-Fi Warmth
Tommy Moom$ has been through a few artistic revolutions, but this is his most natural form yet. Playing in hardcore punk bands, going down an acoustic route, and then finding the world of rap, his musical journey has contained a lot of twists and turns. Formerly part of Flimsey Lohan, he embraced the moniker of […]
Devon Allman & Duane Betts Announce Ninth Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour
Devon Allman and Duane Betts have announced the ninth annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour. The 20-date cross-country tour kicks off in Saint Louis, MO on November 29. The tour will make stops throughout the country, including NYC, LA, and San Francisco, as well as new markets like San Antonio and Tucson. Hosted by Devon Allman and […]
How Bitcoin is Currently Reshaping the Music Industry
Music and finance are merging as Bitcoin and blockchain technology redefine how artists engage with fans and manage their work. This article explores how digital assets are transforming the music industry. Music is always exploring new sounds and ideas. Now, a big change is coming from technology. Bitcoin, once just a niche digital currency, is […]
Comparing Marketing Techniques Used by Online Gaming Platforms and Music Labels
Music labels and online gaming platforms both rely on creative marketing to engage audiences, but their techniques often differ. From social media campaigns to bonus codes, we explore how each industry promotes its content in a competitive digital world. In the fast-paced world of digital entertainment, marketing is the engine that drives visibility, engagement and […]
LISTEN: Kwaj’s “Crash Talk” Balances Modern Urgency With Blissful Nostalgia
Son of Nigerian immigrants, Kwaj was born on the East Coast and moved to Michigan, where he was introduced to Hip-Hop at a young age. Rap battles on the bus and impromptu freestyles at college parties set the foundation for Kwaj’s affinity towards Golden Era elements of hip-hop culture. Mixing in his modern-day influences, Kwaj’s […]
LISTEN: Strange Pilgrim Create Psych-Folk Magic On “One Day”
Too Bright Planet is the new album from Portland, OR-based indie-rock band Strange Pilgrim, releasing September 26th on Royal Oakie Records. Led by multi-instrumentalist & songwriter Josh Barnhart, Strange Pilgrim crafts a unique sound that balances introspective lyricism and restless musicality to create something both intimate and expansive. Their music captures a spirit of quiet […]
The Hold Steady Announce ‘Massive Nights 2025: 10 Years of Killer Parties!’ at Brooklyn Bowl
The Hold Steady has unveiled Massive Nights 2025: 10 Years of Killer Parties!, the 10th annual edition of their beloved multi-night concert event held each year at Brooklyn, NY’s Brooklyn Bowl, set for Wednesday, December 3 through Saturday, December 6. To commemorate the milestone occasion, the Hold Steady will kick off the weekend on Wednesday, December 3 with the […]
Luther Dickinson To Release Grateful Dead-Inspired ‘Dead Blues Vol. 1’ October 17
Luther Dickinson of North Mississippi Allstars will release Dead Blues Vol. 1 on October 17, 2025 via Strolling Bones Records. The 9-song set was produced by the 10-time GRAMMY Award-nominated Dickinson and is a collection of blues songs the Grateful Dead performed throughout their career by Blind Lemon Jefferson, Bo Diddley, the Mississippi Sheiks, Willie Dixon, and […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: The Far West Take Cosmic Folk-Rock Desert Journey With “Joshua Tree”
Life sometimes has a way of complicating the process of making a record, which is never an easy task to begin with. So it was in the case of Everything We Thought We Wanted (due out September 26th), the third album by the gifted Los Angeles country/Americana band The Far West, and their first for […]
Unforgettable Rivalries in the NBA That Fueled Passion and Competition
The Legendary Battles That Forged Hoops History & Rocked the League! There’s nothing like a good rivalry to heat things up. It’s not just the score. It’s the tension, the bad blood, the smug press conferences, the eye-rolls, and the hard fouls that come when two teams — or two players—flat—out don’t like each other. […]