SORRY GHOST WHISPERS LOUDLY ON “INSIDE VOICE”
Sorry Ghost eases into their latest single “inside voice” with a confidence that feels quietly mischievous. Built on gentle and playful acoustic guitar lines and an unforced vocal delivery,…
SYLVIA BLACK ON “SHADOWTIME,” AGENCY, DARKNESS, AND THE MAKING OF “TALKING IN TONGUES”
Restless curiosity has long defined Sylvia Black’s path, and with “Shadowtime” now out in the world, that instinct feels fully realized. The album arrives as her most interesting project…
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“Space Holder” is The Soulful Soundscape of Washburn and the River
Brooklyn-based singer, songwriter, and producer J Rose, now performing under the name Washburn and the River, is set to release his self-produced EP, “Space Holder.” The six-track project showcases the…
Grunge, Shoegaze, and Heart in h3nce’s Debut EP “WRITE IT ON YOUR FLAGS”
h3nce’s debut EP, WRITE IT ON YOUR FLAGS, is a six-track project shaped by urgency, restraint, and a clear sense of purpose. Produced by Leon Laguna and recorded in…
Leo Sawikin’s New Single “Where I’m Running” Hits the Sweet Spot
New York City singer-songwriter Leo Sawikin is set to release his new EP, “The Edge of Everything,” in early 2026. This project marks his second collaboration with producer Phil…
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NYIKO CONFRONTS DESIRE AND CONTROL ON NEW SINGLE “SUGAR”
NYIKO’s (nee-koh) new single, “Sugar,” released via Trailing Twelve, avoids familiar genre cues or emotional shortcuts. The track is taut and quietly unnerving. With Jynjo on the mix and…
“THE BLUFF” BY HARMLESS IS A WAKE-UP CALL ABOUT GRATITUDE AND SUCCESS
photo / Alejandra Villalba García How many times have you complained about what you lack without realizing someone else dreams of having what you already have? It's not about ignoring…
Indie Legends Shine Bright at Just Like Heaven 2025
The blazing, peppery sun and scorching temperatures didn’t stop indie bands from delivering unforgettable performances at Just Like Heaven Festival 2025, held at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in…
Nadia Kazmi on “The War Inside”: Facing Fear, Embracing Chaos, and Finding Catharsis
Nadia Kazmi doesn’t need much of an introduction. She’s a fiercely independent singer and songwriter with a voice as strong as her beliefs. For years, she’s been creating music…
ANNA SHOEMAKER: A POET IN A MINISKIRT
story / Bryanna Doe Singer photos / Shervin Lainez Someone Should Stop Her, the new release from phenomenal lyricist Anna Shoemaker, feels more like reading someone’s diary than listening to an…
Obed Padilla Is Redefining the Latino Musical Landscape With His New EP “They Told Us There’s 2 Types of Mexicans”
Carving out a unique space in Latinx music, Obed Padilla blends his Mexican and Costa Rican roots with various influences spanning genres and generations. The Chicano singer-songwriter from…
INTERVIEW: Culture Wars Are Rocking the Indie Scene One Song at a Time
Culture Wars, a quintet comprising Alex Dugan, Caleb Contreras, Dillon Randolph, David Grayson, and Josh Stirm, has been garnering a lot of attention with its exceptional blend of lyrical depth…