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GAYLE Shares Track-by-Track Interview Of Debut Album Observing Chaos

Even if you find success on tour with the likes of Taylor Swift and My Chemical Romance and earn a Grammy nomination…you’ll never be able to avoid the annoying growing pains of being in your late teens and early 20s. This is exactly what GAYLE, aka 22-year-old Taylor Gayle Rutherfurd, explored in her official debut album Observing Chaos, out now via Atlantic Records. She explains, “I put out ‘abcdefu‘ and my life got completely turned upside down in the best ways. And while I was dealing with extremely unique circumstances, I was also going through things every teenage/young adult has gone through.”… Read more »

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Anberlin Confronts Their Mortality In “Gravity” Ahead Of New Album Release

Anberlin are almost ready to reveal their ninth studio album CURRENCY, due out November 11, via Equal Vision Records. But first, the quintet, helmed by Matty Mullins, has unleashed their new single, “GRAVITY.” Excitingly, this LP is the first one to feature Matty Mullins as the lead vocalist. Mullins says of the single, “’GRAVITY’ is about coming to terms with the fact that our time here is limited and choosing to live in a way that leaves nothing unsaid and nothing undone. It wrestles with the weight of mortality, but ultimately finds peace in letting go of fear and embracing the people, moments,… Read more »

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Moody Joody Expresses Feminine Rage On “Average Joe”

Moody Joody refuses to settle for just an “Avergae Joe” on their new track, which is slated to appear on their highly anticipated debut album Plain Jane, due out on October 30 via Photo Finish Records. Triumphant and utterly relatable, “Average Joe” is preceded by singles, including “Fantasyland,” “Loretta’s Last Call,” and “Little Blue House.” Co-lead vocalist Kaitie Forbes says, “‘Average Joe’ has become one of my favorite moments on the album. It leans into the toxic cycles I went through in my twenties of falling for unavailable, performative men. Before I learned the signs of love bombing, and when… Read more »

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Saosin Kicks Off New Era With The Arrival Of “Just Be Honest”

Saosin may be gearing up to celebrate 20 years of their self-titled record, but they’re also keeping fans on their toes with the arrival of a new single, “Just Be Honest.” Excitingly, its accompanying music video was directed by bassist Chris Sorenson, Guitarist Beau Burchell says of the track, “We knew there was something special about ‘Just Be Honest’ from the moment of its inception. It had that rare feeling early on where you just know a song is going to matter on an album. Hearing Cove’s [Reber] vocals on it for the first time confirmed it, and then Phil’s [Sgrosso]… Read more »

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Julia Wolf & Kellin Quinn Drop Autumnal Collab “lamb”

Julia Wolf just teamed up with Sleeping With Sirens‘ Kellin Quinn, and their new collab “lamb,” is a must-add to your autumn playlists with its undeniably moody atmosphere and haunting storytelling. Sharing more of the crossover, Wolf says, “After listening to Kellin’s music for so long, and always feeling inspired by his voice and the sonic world he’s built, I was honored to have him be part of ‘lamb’ in only the most fitting setting…a Portland studio covered in clouds and rain. No one else could have brought what he did to the song!” Wolf delicately sings, “Why do you… Read more »

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Microwave And Puddle Splasher Announce Collaborative Split Release

Microwave and Puddle Splasher have joined forces to release two collaborative racks on September 25, “Step Inside” and “Heel.” We don’t see splits as often as we used to; a relic of the 2010’s lost to streaming races and the competitive nature of virality. It is refreshing to see this in the year of 2026. Two bands coming together to share art, music, and a journey is truly what creation is supposed to be about. Vocalist and guitarist for Microwave, Nathan Hardy shares, “As long time Puddle Splasher fans, we had a great time sending ideas back and forth and… Read more »

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Harrison Gordon Reveals Sophomore LP ‘BLISS’

The day has finally arrived! The band Harrison Gordon, fronted by the man Harrison Gordon, has released their highly-anticipated sophomore LP, BLISS, where they try to discover what that word even means. Gordon, the vocalist, says, “I had a two-week period where every night, I’d have the same nightmare about people who weren’t in my life anymore. Not even the individuals I’d burned or who’d burned me, just the friends who aren’t around anymore.” He continues, “After a few nights I grew convinced that I had probably pushed them away at some point. The fact I was having nightmares about… Read more »

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Nevertel Unleashes Their “LAST BREATH” On New Single

Kick off your September with a thrilling new alt-rock track, “LAST BREATH,” from Nevertel. Preceded by “OTHERSIDE,” the duo’s new offering features an instantly iconic breakdown. Vocalist and producer Raul Lopez shares, “‘LAST BREATH’ was written while being stuck in the Nashville ice storm earlier this year with our good friend Gianni Taylor. This song explores emotional turmoil that we sometimes experience in our head of breaking yourself down while simultaneously trying to keep going with whatever you’re doing in life.” Lopez continues, “The sonic landscape of the song almost feels dark and gloomy, which is exactly how we were feeling when… Read more »

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15 Alternative Musician Birthdays To Celebrate This September

School is back in session, and Halloween season has officially begun. To keep the spooky vibes flowing, it’s time to crank up your alternative playlists while you grab some pumpkin-flavored treats. For some playlist inspo, these Virgo and Libra babies have made some of the most iconic emo, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that, they deserve the best birthdays ever. From the always iconic Avril Lavigne, to Mayday Parade‘s Jake Bundrick and Alex Garcia, all the way to My Chemical Romance‘s Mikey Way, here are some September musician birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Joe Trohman — September 1 We… Read more »

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45 Alternative Album Anniversaries To Celebrate This September

Do you feel that? That, perhaps metaphorical, chill in the air? September is here, baby! And that means it’s officially Halloween season. So, as you hang your seasonal decor and thrift for new spooky finds, you can make your playlists perfect with these September albums. From Green Day‘s iconic American Idiot and Paramore‘s Brand New Eyes to Olivia Rodrigo‘s sophomore LP Guts and Panic! At The Disco‘s debut A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, these 45 alternative album anniversaries will give you something to celebrate all month long. The 1975 — The 1975 Released on: September 2, 2013, via Dirty Hit.Standout Tracks: “Chocolate”… Read more »