Indie Music

Singer-songwriter Taylor Contarino released her newest single in July, “Survivor’s Guilt,” an Alternative Pop and R&B track with themes of grief, loss, addiction awareness, and resilience.

Hudson Ingram and Sydney Rose turn emotional avoidance into an intimate conversation with "Don’t Get Me Started”

The night before the release of his EP, Mr. Right Now, Tiger Lewis played a must-see show at The Moroccan in Los Angeles, CA.

"Rock Steady/Heavymetal" by Emma Ogier Reminds Us That Friendship Can Heal Our Wounds.

Pop-Punkers' hot mess gets Tattooed in their Latest Music Video for “Take Me Home.”

Knock Me Out is the Sound of a Coastal Summer Brought to us by The Strike.

Spacey Jane closes out their run as openers in style, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise brings the Bones Tour to Rochester Hills, MI.

Drawing from the emotional pull of Midwest emo and early-2000s pop punk, "Life You Want" channels the exhilarating highs and crushing lows of love in your early twenties by Kiss the Scientist.

Article and Photos Contributed By Ernesto Raul Aguilar A Tuesday night at The Salt Shed began with a room that appeared as though it might take its time filling in. Before Dawes took the stage, the crowd was surprisingly sparse, but within minutes the venue transformed into a packed house. What started as a scattered audience quickly became a sea of eager concertgoers, ready for an evening that would blend thoughtful songwriting and blues-infused rock. Dawes may have opened t

Franklin Jonas performing in Hanover, MD. | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography) Article, Interview, & Photos by LJ Portnoy & Rebecca McDevitt Franklin Jonas has been doing the work quietly, and the proof is in the rooms. Over the last few years, he and The Byzantines have grown from an exciting new project into one of the most talked-about rising acts in the Americana space, one believer at a time. Busking outside venues on the Greetings From

The Northeast Ohio songwriter, Liam Brock, on community, the live setting, and his most personal work yet.

Pushing themselves to new heights following the move to Oxide Records, Savage Hands are preparing to release a new album and set out on a summer tour. Without losing touch with their hard rock roots, the Maryland band have dropped a gut-wrenching new single, "It's Me,” compelling enough to hook even the non-metal fans. Article Contributed by Brooke Dougherty Photography by William George The song begins fast-paced, and almost uneasy as if you are trying to outrun your shadows

With upbeat indie-pop production and brutally honest lyrics, Marino captures the guilt and rebellion of a generation struggling to define success on its own terms during uncertainty.

With its airy, nostalgic instrumentation, warm vocals, and hindsight 20/20 point of view, indie-pop artist Hoppe creates a cinematic tribute to coming to terms with life’s surprises. Article Contributed by Brooke Dougherty Album Artwork for Cade's upcoming album artwork | Artwork from Spotify Listening to “Lake Michigan” feels like rolling the windows down on a summer roadtrip, chasing blue skies, and realizing that the destination was never the point. A former finance studen

Still Blank's Still Blank (Deluxe) Is a Genre-Swirling Journey Between Awake and Asleep.

On his fourth solo album, Niall Horan trades heartbreak for home — and turns the everyday into something worth savoring.

Cowboy Neal’s refreshing take on art rock hits the Chicago scene. Article contributed by Konstantina Buhalis Photo: Edenfm Chicago art-rock juggernauts Cowboy Neal have released their latest single, “Tighten Up,” a funky, prog-rock-inspired track about growth, gaining confidence, and pride in your work. The six-piece group has been a highlight of the Chicago scene, gaining traction while playing throughout the city, reigniting the power of the groove. SoundCheck Mag sat down

There are breakup songs that make you want to text your ex. Then there are songs like Rachel Bochner's "Happier You're Gone (SASE)," the kind that reminds you just how much you've grown since everything fell apart. Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Photography by Smiles Meyer (IG: @strangeexposures) At its core, "Happier You're Gone (SASE)" isn't about bitterness. It's about perspective. While the song can easily be heard as the story of leaving behind a relationship, i

Article Contributed by Monica Soriano The newly released LP by Jenny Gillespie Mason has grabbed our attention. With her soothing vocals and present atmosphere, it creates a full listening experience. Listening to In The Safety of the Light feels like wandering through green fields and clear skies just as her promotional photos and videos. Jenny Gillespie Mason press photo provided by Force Field PR The Perfect Length This is Mason’s first solo Album release apart from her ba

More than a decade after stepping away, The Cab returned to Philadelphia with a night full of unforgettable songs, surprising covers, and a crowd that never forgot a single lyric. Article & Photos Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt The Cab performing at the TLA in Philadelphia, PA | Photography by Rebecca McDevitt (IG: @rebeccajeanlimitedphotography) Since forming in Las Vegas in 2004, The Cab built a loyal following in the pop rock scene, blending infectious hooks with heartfel