How The Backseat Lovers Reflect the State of Bands
Their success proves that classic avenues of band recognition still exist and are a positive sign for talented, aspiring musicians.…
Bartees Strange’s ‘Farm to Table’ Mixes Sounds but Still Feels Like a Unified Whole
The indie-alt musician blends multiple genres on his latest album, and yet, everything still feels linked, both thematically and sonically.…
Phoebe Bridgers’ ‘Trailblazer Award’ Confirms Her Status as Indie Rock’s New Darling
Just in case there was any doubt, the artist's newest accolade confirms that she's an artist that breaks convention.…
On ‘Laurel Hell,’ Mitski Grapples With How Capitalism Compromises Craft
The artist's most recent album will take you on an 11-song journey through the dark realities of fame.…
The Lumineers Release Their First New Album in Almost Two Years
The indie rock band has fans excited for their new music to be released this month.…
Weakened Friends Emphasizes the Beauty of Indie
The underground band creates meaningful connections with their fans while still producing quality music.…
Liz Phair’s ‘Soberish’ Is an Inspiring Search for a Sense of Belonging
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.…
Mother Mother Is Growing in Popularity After 15 Years, and You Can Thank TikTok
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…
COIN Evokes the Color Spectrum With Their First Releases of 2021
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.…
What Happened to The xx?
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…
Hyukoh Might Be Redefining How Global Audiences See Korean Music
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.…
Over 20 Years and Changes in Sound, the Black Keys Remain True to the Blues
After two decades and traversing multiple genres, the rock duo has stayed loyal to the musical tradition that got them started.…
Jack White Might Change Genres, but He Keeps His Rock ‘N’ Roll Spirit
Whether he's playing drums in Dead Weather or fronting his own White Stripes, the storied musician retains his own undeniable sound. …
Get Excited: The National Is Bringing the Homecoming Festival Back
After a year off, the indie rock band will once again headline their own fest in their hometown of Cincinnati.…
The Band CAMINO Is Poised to Take Over the Indie Rock Scene
With their raw talent and catchy ballads, how could they be ignored?…
In ‘Electric Light,’ James Bay Is Louder, More Passionate and Much Less Apologetic
He's come a long way since 'Hold Back the River.'…
Parquet Courts’ Inventive New Album Reflects Civil Turbulence
‘Wide Awake!’ gives listeners an eclectic, energetic vibe to represent the nation’s unrest.…
The Paradox of The Killers’ New Album, ‘Wonderful Wonderful’
How can a band with such a spotty track record hold our attention for thirteen years?…
Will 2017 Be the Year of the Indie Music Revival?
A slew of powerhouse indie bands have record releases slated for the next few months.…
