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Shoegaze Duo Softcult To Release New Album “When A Flower Doesn’t Grow” On January 30
On their powerful debut album “When A Flower Doesn’t Grow”, Softcult – the Ontario-based sibling duo of Mercedes and Phoenix Arn-Horn – deliver their most unflinching and transformative work to date. Written during a period of personal upheaval and self-discovery, the record traces a path through trauma, disillusionment, empowerment, and eventual liberation. The title itself comes from a quote that…
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Freya And The Vikings – Eyeliner
If you’ve been waiting for a band to bridge the gap between heavy-hitting grit and soulful sophistication, Freya And The Vikings just handed you the blueprint. Their second single, “Eyeliner,” is a high-octane introduction to what this Australian seven-piece is capable of, and frankly, it makes the typical four-piece rock outfit sound a bit thin…
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Top 40 Releases Of 2025
As we close the book on a phenomenal year of sound, we’re looking back at the records that defined our playlists and pushed the boundaries of what music can be. We had a blast diving into these releases over the past year, and narrowing them down to a final list was no small feat. Here…
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Joyce Manor Share Anthemic New Single “I Know Where Mark Chen Lives”
Joyce Manor release “I Know Where Mark Chen Lives”, the opening track and new single from their anticipated new album, I Used To Go To This Bar, out 30th January via Epitaph Records. The explosive track arrives with a black and white performance video directed by Jason Link and Rowan Daly. Of the song, Barry Johnson says, “Mark Chen was a…
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Heavenly Share Details About Their New Album And New Single “Excuse Me”
Heavenly are seen as the originators of a whole genre of music – known to some as ‘jangle’, others as ‘twee’ and to the band themselves as ‘indiepop.’ As fiercely independent as any punk band, but as sweetly melodic as any chart-topping act, Heavenly combine sharp-edged politics with shamelessly joyful pop music. Highway To Heavenly shares this recipe…
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NOTHING Share New Single “toothless coal”
Ahead of the release of their new album and launch of their upcoming tour dates, NOTHING kicks off 2026 with their new single “toothless coal,” the latest offering from their forthcoming album a short history of decay, due 27th February via Run For Cover. “toothless coal” complements their previously released singles “cannibal world” and “purple strings” by…
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Lucid Express Shares “Faux Sweetness”
Hong Kong-based shoegaze band Lucid Express will release their sophomore LP, Instant Comfort, on February 20th via Kanine Records, and today they’re sharing new single “Faux Sweetness.” The track opens with droning theremin before launching into a layered soundscape where bass, synth, and guitars interweave to create a dreamy atmosphere. Of the new single, vocalist Kim Ho says, “on ‘Faux…
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Converge Share New Single “We Were Never The Same”
Love Is Not Enough— the forthcoming new album from Converge— might be the apotheosis of the band’s decades-long journey through the punk, hardcore and metal microcosm. What vocalist/lyricist Jacob Bannon, guitarist/producer Kurt Ballou, bassist/vocalist Nate Newton and drummer Ben Koller have created is a strident artistic statement on the turmoil of living that hones their collective…
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LAPÊCHE Release New Single “Double Knotted,” New Album “Autotelic” Out February 6th On Tiny Engines
LAPÊCHE is excited to release their latest single “Double Knotted” (stream / order). The song is the latest track to be released from the band’s anticipated album Autotelic out February 6 on Tiny Engines (pre-order). The song debuted at Flood Magazine and is on all streaming platforms for playlist shares. “Double Knotted” pairs hypnotic alt-pop rhythms with introspective, enigmatic lyrics, creating a sense of…
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The Pretty Flowers Announce New Album “Never Felt Bitter,” Stream New Single “Came Back Kicking”
Los Angeles-based band The Pretty Flowers are excited to announce their new album Never Felt Bitter, out March 27 via Chicago’s Forge Again Records (pre-order). Today, the band is sharing the album’s lead single, “Came Back Kicking.” On the song, vocalist and guitarist Noah Green says, “‘Came Back Kicking’ was one of the first songs I wrote after moving from the Los Angeles…
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Greek Punk Rockers The Overjoyed To Release New Album On February 20th
Athens-based punk rock band The Overjoyed are back with their most intense and honest release to date. Their third studio album will be released on February 20th, 2026, capturing the band’s raw DIY ethos and unstoppable energy. Known across Europe for their relentless touring, explosive live shows and no-bullshit attitude, The Overjoyed have built a…
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Angel Du$t Share New Song And Video “I’m The Outside”
The unstoppable Angel Du$t are gearing up to the imminent release of their highly anticipated new album, COLD 2 THE TOUCH, as well as a North American tour, and today they’re back with another bold new single, “I’m The Outside.” Arriving 13th February via Run For Cover Records, COLD 2 THE TOUCH is a 26-minute…
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