Indie Legends Shine Bright at Just Like Heaven 2025
The blazing, peppery sun and scorching temperatures didnât stop indie bands from delivering unforgettable performances at Just Like Heaven Festival 2025, held at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in…
Nadia Kazmi on âThe War Insideâ: Facing Fear, Embracing Chaos, and Finding Catharsis
Nadia Kazmi doesnât need much of an introduction. Sheâs a fiercely independent singer and songwriter with a voice as strong as her beliefs. For years, sheâs 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 someoneâs diary than listening to an…
Obed Padilla Is Redefining the Latino Musical Landscape With His New EP âThey Told Us Thereâs 2 Types of Mexicansâ
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…
Ten FĂ©âs âAny Time Soonâ Is Proof That Good Music Never Goes Out of Style
English rock bands have long been celebrated for their unique soundscapes, often diverging from their American counterparts. Emerging from this rich tradition, Ten FĂ© is a promising indie band…
Submerse Into the Watershed Synapse Experience, Anne Stottâs Latest Album
There are no labels that could define Anne Stott or that could limit the power of her music. As diverse as the human experience, her songs resonate with a…
From Rage to Resonance: Iluka Discusses the Power Behind âCry Evil!â
Iluka, the vibrant and talented emerging artist, has once again captivated her audience with the release of her latest single, âCry Evil!.â This track not only resonates with…
From Darkness to Daylight: Houston In The Blind’s Comeback Story
Houston In The Blind emerged onto the Atlanta music scene in 2015 with their debut album, "Limbs." The album's immediate success catapulted the band into the spotlight, promising a…
RAY BULL SUCKS!
 Ray Bull does not, in fact, suckâno matter what their merch says. They sound a little like The Killers, a little like The Strokes, and a whole lot like…
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AVATARI Liberates His Desires in His Latest Song, âBad Things With Youâ
AVATARI, the alt-rock superhero with the soul-stirring mission of bringing freedom and unity through music, takes a surprising turn with his latest single, "Bad Things With You." While…
Rosalie James Is Ready to Share Her Deeply Emotional Story on Her Latest Single, âGirl I Wasâ
British artist Rosalie James is shaking the very foundations of the music industry with her interesting mix of dream pop, Americana, folk, and indie rock. She's now releasing…