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When Letting Go Sounds This Beautiful: Avery Lynch’s ‘Lasting Effects’
t its core, ‘Lasting Effects’—a new release from indie-pop artist Avery Lynch (with production assists from Jordanlilvee and Michael Blum)—is a powerful breakup anthem that flips a familiar narrative on its head, transforming bitter into sweet and repurposing the pain of being “dissed” and discarded by someone you once loved.
Ilana Bornstein
Jun 6


Former Critics: May Cover Story
For over a decade, Former Critics have been quietly building a reputation as one of Detroit’s most consistent—and criminally underrated—rock acts. What began as a humble acoustic project between high school friends has evolved into a full-fledged band with a sharpened edge, a loyal local following, and a sound that refuses to play it safe.

LJ Portnoy
May 25


Sleep Token Transcends Again on Even In Arcadia
Welcome to the Temple—Reimagined Sleep Token has never colored inside the lines. With each release, they've torn up the blueprint and...

Rebecca McDevitt
May 11


HALESTORM RETURNS WITH EVEREST, THEIR SIXTH FULL-LENGTH STUDIO ALBUM OUT AUGUST 8; “nEVEREST” GLOBAL TOUR ANNOUNCED FOR SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2025
PRESS RELEASE Pre-save Everest HERE Halestorm, the GRAMMY-winning band initially formed by siblings Lzzy and Arejay Hale with guitarist...

SoundCheck Team
Apr 30


Mayday Parade’s "Sweet" is the Emo Revival We Didn’t Know We Needed
Welcome back, boys. We missed you. Mayday Parade is 20 years in and somehow still managing to kick us in the feels like it’s 2007 and...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 22


Emo Meets EDM: Said The Sky & Taylor Acorn Craft Something Special on “Reminisce”
When Said The Sky teams up with Taylor Acorn, you already know your heart's about to be put through it—in the best possible way....

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 16


Late Nights & Lustrous Sounds: The Driver Era’s Obsession is a Fever Dream You’ll Want to Stay In
Review By Rebecca McDevitt Let’s talk about reinvention—because The Driver Era just did it again, and Obsession might be their boldest...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 15


Sax Appeal: A Behind The Scenes Look at Gabi Rose
Article by Rebecca McDevitt / Contributions by Rebecca McDevitt & LJ Portnoy If you're feeling saxy, Gabi Rose is here to blow you...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 4


Diamonds, Daggers, and Depths: Senses Cuts Deep in Philly
Photo by Rebecca McDevitt - RJL Photography If you haven't listened to senses , now is your chance. I discovered senses listening to a...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 1


Dropkick Murphys Fans Shipped Up to the Pocono Mountains for Annual St. Paddy's Day Celebration
Photos and Review by Eric Sperrazza Photo by Eric Sperrazza Since 2002, Dropkick Murphys have performed a series of shows leading up to...
Eric Sperrazza
Mar 15


Album Review: A Hometown Odyssey (The Story Continues) – Livingston
Some albums feel like a collection of songs. Others feel like a novel—woven together with a thread of emotion, experience, and purpose.

LJ Portnoy
Mar 14


Featured Artist Interview: Chucky Hugh
Some artists are born into music; others find their way to it through sheer passion and relentless pursuit. Chucky Hugh blends both.

Rebecca McDevitt
Mar 13


New Music Friday: Hidden Indie Gems You Should Have on Repeat Right Now!
Have you ever heard a song so good that you immediately text your friends, “How have I never heard this before?!”

LJ Portnoy
Feb 28
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