Artist Spotlight

DENM and Jared Watson Explore California in Exhilarating “Califas” Music Video

DENM dropped his new fan-favorite track “Califas,” featuring Jared Watson of Dirty Heads, last month, and he’s riding the wave with an exciting music video! The clip shows DENM and Jared driving around Huntington Beach and San Diego in a convertible, stopping to jam out with friends along the way. “Califas” is the most recent…

Katastro Delivers a Future Summer Hit with “The Way I Feel”

As an independent band, it’s not easy to become a streaming sensation, but Katastro have earned over 80 million career streams, toured with Dirty Heads, and gotten approval from outlets like Alternative Press since they debuted a decade and a half ago. This mind-blowing success is a bit more understandable once you hear the unique…

Behizy: Patriotism on the Road Less Traveled

The Journey That Led to Adam Ezra Group’s “Switching to Whiskey”

When the world shut down due to COVID-19 and forced independent music venues to close their doors, many musicians were confused and unsure what lockdowns meant for their career. But the Adam Ezra Group, featuring vocals by Adam Ezra, fiddle by Corinna Smith, drums by Alex Martin, and bass by Poche Ponce, saw a golden…

Bandits on the Run Describe a Mesmerizing Breakup on “Spellbound”

Led by multi-instrumentalist Regina Strayhorn, Bandits on the Run’s “Spellbound” explores how encompassing a crumbling relationship can become. The track sees Strayhorn calling out someone who’s misleading her over an elegant instrumental with cello by Sydney Shepherd and vocal harmonies by Shepherd and Adrian Blake Enscoe. It’s the newest single from the band’s upcoming folk-pop…

Transviolet and DREAMERS Ditch a Party on “Clean Laundry”

LA-based band Transviolet, who have already received nods of approval from the likes of Dua Lipa and Harry Styles, are out to release the alt-pop song of the summer with “Clean Laundry,” a sleek track featuring guest vocals by Nick Wold of Dreamers. Its airy intro quickly turns to a synth-infused wave that describes two…

Rvrside Share Their Alluring Take on Ace of Base’s “Beautiful Life”

A flip of a 1995 Ace of Base classic, Rvrside merge dark pop and alternative rock in an unforgettable way with “Beautiful Life.” It’s the newest offering from their upcoming debut EP Bullet With Butterfly Clips, a combination of original work and covers that comes out May 21st. Full of star power, Rvrside is destined…

Gawain and the Green Knight Channel Aphrodite on Whimsical Track “Birds & Wine”

Gawain and the Green Knight bring Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, to the mortal world with their new track “Birds & Wine.” It’s the most recent offering from the duo’s upcoming EP A Sleeping Place, a project largely inspired by Greek mythology. Singer and guitarist Alexia Antoniou immigrated to the US from Greece as…

David Shaw Channels His Love of Skating for “Got Me Feeling Good” Music Video

David Shaw offers fans an exciting new glimpse to his solo debut outside of The Revivalists with the fun music video for his track “Got Me Feeling Good,” which features skaters Bobby Bonsey and Javan “Slick Twist” Hawthorne: “I have always had a passion for skating,” Shaw shares. “If I wasn’t pushing a skateboard around…

Kulick Invites Fans to a ‘Quiet Coffeehouse’ with Acoustic Version of “Just Be Friends”

Kulick ponders whether he can stay friends with an ex on October 2020’s “Just Be Friends,” and his new acoustic version strips the track back to let the lyrics and story shine. It’s the first taste of his new EP Sitting in a Quiet Coffeehouse, an acoustic project slated for release on April 30th. “I…

DENM’s “Califas” is About to Become Your New Summer Anthem

“Come move with me, come dance with me,” DENM insists on his new track “Califas,” featuring Jared Watson of Dirty Heads. After hearing the song’s fun guitar riff and reggae-infused breakdowns, you’ll find it almost impossible not to dance in your seat! “Califas” is DENM’s third single of the year, following the equally catchy “Blow…

The Worst Podcast of 2021

This year, I have spent most of my time listening to podcasts. Like, a lot of podcasts. I am pretty positive I have listened to every single podcast there is in the whole wide world. I am desperate for entertainment. I crave news. I want to learn and experience stories. Podcasts can do all of…

Karma Kids Team Up With Kellin Quinn After Becoming a “Nightmare”

In the alt music scene, it’s not uncommon for two artists to join forces for one big hit – examples include Vic Fuentes appearing on All Time Low’s “Love Like War” and Kellin Quinn hopping on Pierce The Veil’s “King For a Day.” This time, Kellin’s joining Karma Kids on “Nightmare” to energetically describe someone…

The Workday Release Romanticizes the Mundane and Shops Small with “I Do”

David Ottestad, who performs as The Workday Release, spends a romantic evening with his wife in the midst of a move in the fun music video for his new single “I Do.” The song appears on his upcoming album, Like the Light of the Stars, which he wrote and produced all on his own. The…

Trapper Schoepp Will Transport You to Another World With ‘River Called Disaster’

If you’re searching for snappy music with fun guitar riffs, look no further – Trapper Schoepp is the answer you’ve been waiting for. This Wisconsin native is on the rise while preparing to drop his next album, May Day, and he released his latest single, “River Called Disaster,” earlier this month. “‘River Called Disaster’ is…

All the Artists Who Played phem’s Virtual ‘Pheelings Fest’ Concert

phem treated fans to a free livestream concert on Thursday night called Pheelings Fest, sponsored by Arizona Iced Tea. The show featured five headliners, including phem herself, as well as three special guests who joined the main acts onstage. In case you missed the electrifying stream, here’s a rundown of who took to the stage:…

JPOLND Rises From the Ashes and Stands Up For Herself on “Time Is Running Out”

After over fifteen years in the spotlight, Jessica Vaughn, better known as JPOLND, has proven there’s little she can’t do. She writes her own songs, runs her Head Bitch Music label, works as the Director of Sync and Creative at Heavy Hitters Music, and creates music for various shows and movies, yet people still somehow…

Maggie Lindemann Talks About Her Musical Evolution in New Playboy Interview

Pop-princess-turned-punk-darling Maggie Lindemann has come a long way since she debuted in 2015 with “Knocking On Your Heart,” in terms of both success and personal discovery. Following the release of her PARANOIA EP in late January, Lindemann sat down with Playboy to talk about how her music, style, and happiness with her career have changed…

Rocker Micky James Returns to the Stage with ‘Live From the Met’

The best way to experience Micky James’ stadium-worthy rock songs is to hear them live, next to blasting amps and as close to the stage as possible. Unfortunately we can’t do that right now, but we can simulate it with “Live From the Met,” a concert special Micky created with BandsInTown at the famous Met…

Exclusive: Elko Cuts Off Toxicity on New Single “QUIT”

Toronto-based musician Elko creates an ode to letting go of negativity with “QUIT,” a collaboration with LiL Lotus that’s their first release of the year. Elko and Lotus take turns saying goodbye to toxic people over a growling instrumental produced by fellow Toronto artist Caleb Jacob and Colin Munroe, the latter of whom also worked…

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