Jo Stephens, Georgetown University

The indie-alt musician blends multiple genres on his latest album, and yet, everything still feels linked, both thematically and sonically.

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Just in case there was any doubt, the artist’s newest accolade confirms that she’s an artist that breaks convention.

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The artist’s most recent album will take you on an 11-song journey through the dark realities of fame.

Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

The indie rock band has fans excited for their new music to be released this month.

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The underground band creates meaningful connections with their fans while still producing quality music.

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

This indie rock album, released by a long-standing icon of the genre, explores the new world of semi-responsible adulthood through the lens of a lifelong feeling of insecurity.

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

While popular in their home country of Canada, they have long been a niche band in other parts of the world. Thanks to the popular social media platform, they are finding success in the U.S.

Kieran Benson, Luther College

The band’s fans were pleasantly delighted when they released two albums, ‘Green Blue + Indigo Violet’ and ‘Rainbow Mixtape,’ which followed shortly after postponing their anticipated tour.

Karen Lu, Yale University

The English indie pop band embodies a soft musical style that has influenced countless genres and truly was ‘soft bedroom pop’ before it was a thing. So where did they go?

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

While K-pop remains Korea’s most popular musical export, this indie rock band is forging the way for a few other styles of music to emerge from the country.

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

After two decades and traversing multiple genres, the rock duo has stayed loyal to the musical tradition that got them started.

Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University

Whether he’s playing drums in Dead Weather or fronting his own White Stripes, the storied musician retains his own undeniable sound. 

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

After a year off, the indie rock band will once again headline their own fest in their hometown of Cincinnati.

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

With their raw talent and catchy ballads, how could they be ignored?

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

He’s come a long way since ‘Hold Back the River.’

Remington Jensen, University of Idaho

‘Wide Awake!’ gives listeners an eclectic, energetic vibe to represent the nation’s unrest.

Jack Brandon, University of Michigan

How can a band with such a spotty track record hold our attention for thirteen years?

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

A slew of powerhouse indie bands have record releases slated for the next few months.