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Savage Hands Releases “It’s Me” Detailing the Agonizing Loop of Pushing People Away Because You’re Running From Yourself
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
Brooke Dougherty
2 days ago


Jazzy and Chris Lorenzo Make “Invisible” Impossible to Ignore
The talented vocalist and DJ, Jazzy, teamed up with Chris Lorenzo to create a song full of life that is worthy of replay.

Monica Soriano
2 days ago


Deon's "Feel the Same" Is the Quiet Math of Letting Go
Deon's new "Feel the Same," featuring Don Aaron, turns an amicable breakup into atmospheric indie-electronica and a into study identity.
Konstantina Buhalis
3 days ago


Dancing Through the Doom: Marino’s “I’m Sorry Mom” and the Fear of Growing Up
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.
Shyanne Vaden
6 days ago


Cade Hoppe Embraces the Unexpected Turns of Life With Song “Lake Michigan”
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
Brooke Dougherty
Jul 7


DeathbyRomy Delivers A Dark Alternative-Pop Escape with New Single “Manic Dream”
The singer-songwriter known as DeathbyRomy drops a striking music video to accompany her latest thought provoking song.

Monica Soriano
Jul 3


I Love Whatever's Wrong With You: Parris Mitchell Is Done Picking a Lane
The NYC alt-pop songwriter, Parris Mitchell, on the work behind the wonder, and why he refuses to fit in one box - an Underground Radar feature.

LJ Portnoy
Jul 1


Rachel Bochner Finds Freedom in Reflection on "Happier You're Gone (SASE)"
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

Rebecca McDevitt
Jun 29


Pretty Pity Turns Fleeting Connection Into an Anthem on 'I.D.K.'
Single Review: The Tampa alternative pop-rock band, Pretty Pity, delivers a hook-filled ode to chemistry, temptation, and living for the night.
Brooke Dougherty
Jun 27


A Heartbreak in Slow Motion – Review of Marilyn Hucek’s Single “Self Destruct”
With smoky vocals and lyrics that ache, this track captures the realization that some relationships don't end with a bang, they unravel until there's nothing left to save. Article Contributed by Shyanne Vaden Rising artist Marilyn Hucek’s single “Self Destruct” tells a story about love and mutual destruction that we are all too familiar with, holding onto a relationship that is past the point of return and struggling to let go. Released June 12, 2026, the Chilean-American art
Shyanne Vaden
Jun 24


Golden Time with Goldie Scott’s New Single, “Blame It On Me.”
New Jersey-born, LA-based artist Goldie Scott has released her new single ahead of her upcoming full-length debut album. Taking cues from the long history of Western Americana sounds, Scott blends indie ballads and pop to create a highly personal and emotional account of the complications of family relationships.
Konstantina Buhalis
Jun 19


Of Virtue’s, “The Art of Love” Bursts Wide Open
Michigan Metalcore's Of Virtue on Love and Loss
Konstantina Buhalis
Jun 16


Interview: Bailey Hyneman’s Latest Release “Better Days”, Her Hopes For Listeners & New Beginnings In New York
The soulful songstress Bailey Hyneman shared with us the songwriting process for “Better Days”, musical collaborations she would love and more. Article Contributed by Monica Soriano Bailey Hyneman photographed by Lulu Shing It is not often that one can stumble across a song that states “not all bad days have silver linings” but feel a sense of joy while listening to it. “Better Days” by Bailey Hyneman portrays life perfectly, allowing a bad day to be a bad day but knowing tha

Monica Soriano
May 26


Decreto: Medicina Is the Only Prescription You Need
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Some songs ask you to feel something. Others just make you feel it before you even realize what's happening. "Medicina", the Spanish-language collaboration between artist Dav Julca and DJ and producer Deleasa, falls firmly into the second category, and that's entirely the point. The track operates like a prescription. The title means exactly what it says: La vibra esta divina, las bocinas siempre arriba, and the energy is coming to rech

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 23


HAYLA's "Heal" Is the Song She's Been Building To
You think you know an artist. Then they hand you something like this. "Heal" isn't the HAYLA you've been dancing to — it's the one she's been keeping to herself. And we're so glad she's finally letting us in.

LJ Portnoy
Apr 18


Franklin Jonas Drops Newest Single, High & Sad And We’re Feeling Every Word
Released today, High & Sad is the kind of song that doesn't announce itself; it just finds you. Franklin Jonas and The Byzantines have crafted something that exists in the in-between: not quite a ballad, not quite a confessional, but somewhere more honest than either.

SoundCheck Team
Mar 27


Michigan Metalcore Returns with Of Virtue's "Death Of The Altar"
Article Contributed by Konstantina Buhalis Michigan metalcore heroes, Of Virtue, hit the ground running with their latest single, “Death Of The Altar”, an intense and emotional look at their innerworlds, and their battles with their demons. Midwestern politeness is nowhere to be found on this track, but Michiganian truth flows through the track. Photo: Alexander Bemis Power in Collaboration “Death Of The Altar” was written in partnership with Lee Albrecht (Bilmuri, The Devil
Konstantina Buhalis
Mar 7


SINGLE REVIEW: Die To Fall – The Maine
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Photo Provided by Spotify Die To Fall is The Maine’s first release off their upcoming record Joy Next Door, and it already feels like a song made to be shared. It has that indie alternative glow to it, but with a beat you can still move to. The kind of song that turns into a group scream at a summer show, arms thrown over each other’s shoulders, yelling “I feel alive” like you mean it. There’s something really freeing about it. It feels

Rebecca McDevitt
Mar 4


MGK Times of My Life Release: The Release of a Fan Favorite
Article Contributed by Konstantina Buhalis MGK has been a poster boy of the alternative and rap scene for the last decade, with 2020 making him a household name after the release of Tickets to My Downfall. Six years later, MGK is back with a single and music video for “Times of My Life,” off the album lost americana, to fan excitement. Photo: Sam Cahill Times of My Life Lore Fans have been patiently waiting for the official release of Times of My Life, which had been locked
Konstantina Buhalis
Feb 27


Charlie Puth Releases Second Single, “Beat Yourself Up”
Article Contributed by Fernando Flores Photo: Spotify Charlie’s Natural Gift Charlie Puth has a way of drawing listeners in without relying on big moments and “Beat Yourself Up” is an example of that confidence. As the second single from his upcoming album Whatever’s Clever, the track doesn’t rush to make an impression. Instead, it eases in self-assured allowing the mood to settle before the message fully lands. The song rides a smooth, steady groove that feels almost convers

Fernando Flores
Feb 24
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