Interviews
Tripping Jupiter: conjuring a heady mix of retro-infused aesthetics
As they charge into 2026, New York experimental alt-pop outfit Tripping Jupiter return with ‘This Fuss’, a vibrant and politically charged single that signals a new creative surge. Following October’s ‘Crack That Drum’, the band waste no time reigniting momentum, delivering a bold slice of alternative pop that fuses slick, synth-driven production with sharp-eyed social commentary. Fronted […]
Victòria Vilalta: offering a tender revision of modern indie-folk
Hailing from Catalonia, Victòria Vilalta steps confidently into 2026 with her new album ‘Out Loud Thoughts’, a deeply personal nine-track collection that captures her instinct for turning introspection into immersive indie-folk soundscapes. Currently based in London, Vilalta continues her upward trajectory with an upcoming UK and European tour, further cementing her reputation as one of the most compelling […]
Hàn Gắn: Bringing a new edge to the post-punk sound
Washington D.C.-based duo Hàn Gắn make a fierce return with their new single ‘Monster’s Kingdom’, a brooding, high-voltage burst of indie rock and alternative edge that marks their first release since March last year. Opening with jagged guitar lines and sharp, post-punk-leaning vocals, the track channels the spirit of The Jesus & Mary Chain, The Fall, and Fugazi, while reshaping […]
Samuel Evanson: captivating with rich and emotive passion
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Samuel Evanson steps into 2026 with ‘The Anatomy of Attraction’, a record that feels like a lived-in diary set to music. The project traces the emotional terrain of the past two years, all anchored by Evanson’s unmistakable vocal, which balances fragility with striking restraint. Resistant to easy genre labels, the album thrives in nuance, allowing space […]
All The Villains: reviving alt-rock romanticism
All The Villains have always had a taste for the cinematic. Formed in the early 2000s, the London-born outfit built their name on emotionally charged alt-rock anthems, relentless touring, and a tight-knit chemistry that carried them across stages from the UK to CBGBs in New York. But after a flurry of early success, life had […]
Valborg Ólafs: Captivating through ethereal tones
In an age of overstimulation and restless ambition, Icelandic singer-songwriter Valborg Ólafs offers something profoundly different; music that exhales. With her new single ‘Breathe With Me’, she invites us into a world where stillness becomes strength, and simplicity reveals unexpected depth. Blending glacial synths with indie-folk warmth and a touch of avant-pop mystique, ‘Breathe With Me’ is a meditation. Written […]
Breeze: Bringing riffs back to the modern indie-rock sound
Charging into 2026 with explosive energy and zero intention of slowing down, UK indie-rock outfit Breeze return with ‘Superheroes’, a euphoric new anthem built to shake venues and stir hearts. Hot on the heels of their October single ‘Song For A Sign’, the trio continue to flex their growing influence, earning buzz from the likes of Radio X, Backseat Mafia, and Mystic […]
ENDGAME: Bringing an emotional edge to the alt-rock sound
In a world where exhaustion is worn like a badge and burnout becomes a twisted form of routine, Milan-based rock outfit Endgame have found their muse in the madness. With their latest single ‘Habitual Burnout’, the four-piece dives headfirst into the chaos; fusing cinematic rock, warped synths, and trap-fuelled beats into a track that feels like both a […]
Hawk in the Nest: blending folk and soul with effortless finesse
At the heart of ‘Hawk in The Nest’ lies a raw and unflinching belief in love, the kind that bruises, rebuilds, and lives in the silence after the door closes. This is the full-band debut of award-winning singer-songwriter Avi Jacob, whose new self-titled album offers lived experience, laid bare in eight soul-stained chapters. Produced with Wolfgang Zimmerman and […]
