Tag: ALTERNATIVE
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Against Rebellion’s Romanticism: Hear Chloe Hawes’ Raw Punk-Tinged Confession “James Dean”
Chloe Hawes has released “James Dean,” a stripped-open punk-tinged confession that is a reckoning with self-destruction and the ghosts we carry. Hawes pushes back against the romanticism of rebellion, trading posturing for something messier and real. Playing every instrument but the drums (Anna Reed), the song features a smoky, intimate vocal that splits open the…
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Dylan Gers – Feel My Heart
In today’s music landscape, where many excellent artists and bands release marvelous music on a daily basis, only a few manage to deliver a one-of-a-kind listening experience that goes beyond all expectations. Dylan Gers, an English singer-songwriter based in London, does exactly that. “Feel My Heart,” one of his recent works showcases how rock music…
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Michael Shannon And Jason Narducy Bring R.E.M.’s Jangle Pop Masterpiece To The UK
Following their rapturously received run honoring R.E.M.’s Fables of the Reconstruction, Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy and Friends will embark on a UK tour in Autumn 2026 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of R.E.M.’s iconic alt-rock album, Lifes Rich Pageant. Kicking off September 1st, the collective—including Jon Wurster and John Stirratt—will play the album in…
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Alt-Rock Trio SUNBENDR Unleashes New Single “Crime Wave”
Southern California alt-rock trio SUNBENDR returns with their new single, “Crime Wave,” one of their most engaging and crowd-approved songs to date. The track showcases the band’s flair for blending infectious grooves, unexpected twists, and hook-ready melodies. SUNBENDR delivers a sound that balances intensity with catchy structures, proving their expertise in crafting dynamic alt-rock anthems.
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90s Guitar Rock Meets Modern Indie Pop: BROCKHOFF Drops Title Track From Debut Album
BROCKHOFF has announced her long-awaited debut album, Easy Peeler, set for release on June 5th via [PIAS] Recordings, sharing the introspective title track today. The album is the culmination of the indie rock newcomer’s musical coming-of-age journey. Blending ’90s guitar rock with exuberant pop arrangements, the LP is a confident transformation of her personal struggle…
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Sheffield Duo Rally Drops Debut Lo-Fi Rock / Alt Indie EP
Sheffield duo Rally has released their debut EP, Only Dreams, a dusty, DIY blend of alt indie, lo-fi rock, and hip-hop influences. Recorded between bedrooms and rehearsal rooms, the project evokes the mood of artists like King Krule and The Streets. Across the EP, Rally mixes raw guitars with tight drum programming and melancholic vocal…
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Evil Twin Unveils Groovy, Dark Hard Rock Single “In Flames”
Evil Twin has released “In Flames,” the first single from their upcoming debut album, marking a darker turn for the band. The track features arena rock guitars riding a groovy bass and drums to a hard rock chorus, haunted by the catatonic refrain: “everything’s in flames but you’re in love.” Half-whispered lyrics hint at a…
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Lola Wild – Lost Signal EP
“Lost Signal” is Lola Wild’s recently released extended play that will immediately appeal to anyone who appreciates cleverly assembled and flawlessly performed music. Arriving after “Girls In Hollywood,” “Lost Signal,” “Relax,” and “Jump The Gun,” four previously released standalone singles that vividly showcase what you might expect from this material, Lola Wild also included “The…
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The Lunar Keys – Pure As Your Protocol
The Lunar Keys are back with another fine piece of sonic artistry that will immediately appeal to anyone who appreciates clever songwriting and flawless performance. “Pure As Your Protocol” is their fifth standalone single in 2025, arriving after “Dreams Are Never Spoken,” “Bleed,” “88 Train,” and “Life Is A Dirty War,” four incredible compositions released…
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Block – I Thought I Won The War
After “Lead Me Not Into Penn Station,” a remastered version of the 1996 critically acclaimed full-length release, New York City-based artist Block returns with another fine piece of sonic artistry that will unquestionably appeal to anyone who appreciates cleverly assembled and flawlessly performed music. “I Thought I Won The War” is the first piece of…
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The Dead Hearts – Plight Goes On
“Plight Goes On” is the latest release by The Dead Hearts, an outstanding Polish band based in Lublin. Heavily promoted by “Losing You,” “Lost Not Gone,” “No Way Of Healing,” and “Enslaved (Break This Cycle), four excellent compositions that vividly showcase what you might expect from this material, “Plight Goes On” stands as their debut…
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Hidden Cabins Return With Two Sides, Two Stories EP
Hidden Cabins will release their first new batch of songs in over a year via the A-side of their forthcoming ‘Two Sides, Two Stories’ 12-inch record and digital streaming on November 21, 2025. The new album, which includes the lead single “Anxiety Hides,” is released through a new partnership, fostering the community aspect nurtured by…
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