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A glowing skull with blue flames against a dark background, creating a mysterious, eerie mood. No visible text.

Nate Vickers - Don't Look Down EP

Alt-rock’s newest force doesn’t just arrive with his brand new EP, which releases on December 5, 2025, via Oxide Records; he crashes through the ceiling. Don’t Look Down is a blistering, cinematic, deeply personal statement from Houston-born artist Nate Vickers, marking his boldest and most cohesive chapter yet. After years of building momentum through viral covers, high-octane singles, and a growing cult fanbase, Vickers steps into full command of his identity: dark, emotio

Dec 43 min read

Person in gray outfit resting head on a round table on a sunlit patio, surrounded by greenery. Red socks and a ceramic rabbit are visible.

Person in gray outfit resting head on a round table on a sunlit patio, surrounded by greenery. Red socks and a ceramic rabbit are visible.

Torri Weidinger - bunny with tunnel vision

Indie singer-songwriter Torri Weidinger delivers a riveting and deeply intimate sophomore record that cements them as one of the most emotionally fearless voices in contemporary indie-folk.

Nov 243 min read

Person in beanie sitting on cracked pavement, head down, with two blurred figures moving past. Birds fly above; trees in background.

Person in beanie sitting on cracked pavement, head down, with two blurred figures moving past. Birds fly above; trees in background.

Myles Lloyd - I'm Still Thinking

Montreal R&B artist Myles Lloyd has released his fourth studio album, I'm Still Thinking, out now.

Nov 213 min read

A gothic doll-like figure with long hair and a bow is set against a swirling blue background. Text reads "The Pretty Wild" and "zero point genesis".

A gothic doll-like figure with long hair and a bow is set against a swirling blue background. Text reads "The Pretty Wild" and "zero point genesis".

The Pretty Wild - zero.point.genesis

The Pretty Wild’s long-awaited debut album, zero.point.genesis, will be released on November 21, 2025, via Sumerian Records.

Nov 193 min read

Danko Jones - Leo Rising

Toronto rock veterans Danko Jones are back with their twelfth album, Leo Rising, out November 21, 2025.

Nov 183 min read

Woman in a fringed tan jacket poses with arms outstretched in a dimly lit rustic setting. Confident expression, night scene.

Woman in a fringed tan jacket poses with arms outstretched in a dimly lit rustic setting. Confident expression, night scene.

Sofie Alise - Break from the Bends EP

Alt-pop singer-songwriter will release her debut EP, Break from the Bends, on November 14, 2025, via Hall of Fame Artists.

Nov 133 min read

Two people lie amid flowers and fruits, under a draped yellow fabric. The mood is whimsical, with rich colors and natural patterns.

Two people lie amid flowers and fruits, under a draped yellow fabric. The mood is whimsical, with rich colors and natural patterns.

chokecherry - Ripe Fruit Rots and Falls

Chokecherry will release their debut studio album, Ripe Fruit Rots and Falls, on November 14, 2025, via Fearless Records.

Nov 123 min read

Statue in a desert reaches for a glowing butterfly. Text reads "Another Miracle" and "Of Mice & Men." Moody, with distant mountains.

Statue in a desert reaches for a glowing butterfly. Text reads "Another Miracle" and "Of Mice & Men." Moody, with distant mountains.

Of Mice & Men - Another Miracle

Metalcore band Of Mice & Men are back with their ninth studio album, Another Miracle, out November 14, 2025.

Nov 103 min read

A colorful figure poses inside a glass orb, with a hand reaching down. Text reads "ANA LUNA Tainted Silhouettes." Background is light blue.

A colorful figure poses inside a glass orb, with a hand reaching down. Text reads "ANA LUNA Tainted Silhouettes." Background is light blue.

Ana Luna - Tainted Silhouettes

Singer-songwriter Ana Luna had readied her debut album, Tainted Silhouettes, out November 7, 2025.

Nov 53 min read

Woman in a red dress holds a green ornament against a festive backdrop. Text reads "Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas."

Woman in a red dress holds a green ornament against a festive backdrop. Text reads "Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas."

The Pretty Reckless - Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas EP

The Pretty Reckless are back with their latest offering, Taylor Momsen's Pretty Reckless Christmas, out October 31, 2025, via Fearless Records.

Oct 303 min read

Red album cover with embossed angel figure and rays. Text: "BIG WRECK" and "THE REST OF THE STORY" in bold, evoking a vintage feel.

Red album cover with embossed angel figure and rays. Text: "BIG WRECK" and "THE REST OF THE STORY" in bold, evoking a vintage feel.

Big Wreck - The Rest Of The Story

Canadian rock outfit Big Wreck are back with their latest offering, The Rest Of The Story, out October 24, 2025, via Sonic Unyon Records.

Oct 233 min read

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A group of people intertwined, lying on a textured surface. The image has a mix of light and dark tones, creating a dreamy, surreal mood.

Nep - Noelle

Nep is set to release her debut album, Noelle, on October 24, 2025, via Harbour Artists & Music.

Oct 223 min read

Man with intricate tattoos kneels, face in hand, in a dim room. His tattoos feature floral and geometric patterns. Mood is contemplative.

Man with intricate tattoos kneels, face in hand, in a dim room. His tattoos feature floral and geometric patterns. Mood is contemplative.

Speed - ALL MY ANGELS EP

Australian hardcore band Speed will release their much-anticipated new EP, ALL MY ANGELS, on October 23, 2025, via Flatspot Records.

Oct 212 min read

Woman with blonde and orange hair in white top turns back, standing outside. Sunlit desert landscape with agave plants in background.

Woman with blonde and orange hair in white top turns back, standing outside. Sunlit desert landscape with agave plants in background.

Taylor Acorn - Poster Child

Taylor Acorn is back with her latest album, Poster Child, out October 24, 2025, via Fearless Records.

Oct 213 min read

A phone booth stands in a desert at sunset. A reflective surface lies at its base. Text reads "ONTO SOMETHING," evoking mystery.

A phone booth stands in a desert at sunset. A reflective surface lies at its base. Text reads "ONTO SOMETHING," evoking mystery.

Senses - Onto Something

Senses are back with their latest EP, Onto Something, out October 24, 2025, via Hopeless Records.

Oct 202 min read

Silhouetted figure in cloak walks in purple field under glowing pink-red sky. Text: Dayseeker, Creature In The Black Night. Dreamy mood.

Silhouetted figure in cloak walks in purple field under glowing pink-red sky. Text: Dayseeker, Creature In The Black Night. Dreamy mood.

Dayseeker - Creature In The Black Night

Post-hardcore band Dayseeker are back with their latest album, Creature In The Black Night, out October 24, 2025, via Spinefarm Records.

Oct 193 min read

Elijah Woods in tan suits use a tin can telephone. One sits on a green stool, the other reclines. Background is blue, creating a playful vibe.

Elijah Woods in tan suits use a tin can telephone. One sits on a green stool, the other reclines. Background is blue, creating a playful vibe.

Elijah Woods - Can We Talk?

Canadian pop singer-songwriter Elijah Woods has finally readied his debut album, Can We Talk?, out October 14, 2025.

Oct 133 min read

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A dimly lit house at night with a palm tree and bush in front. A red glow from the window contrasts with the deep blue sky, creating a serene mood.

Breakup Shoes - Standing Still

Indie rock band Breakup Shoes are back with their brand new self-released album, Standing Still.

Oct 103 min read

Mushroom cloud over a city skyline with "The Fallout" text on a scroll in front. Orange and black color scheme, dramatic mood.

Mushroom cloud over a city skyline with "The Fallout" text on a scroll in front. Orange and black color scheme, dramatic mood.

Sam Varga - The Fallout EP

Singer-songwriter Sam Varga is back with his new EP, The Fallout, out October 10, 2025.

Oct 93 min read

Collage of various colored photos on red background. Text: CHEAP PERFUME at top, DON'T CARE. DIDN'T ASK. at bottom.

Collage of various colored photos on red background. Text: CHEAP PERFUME at top, DON'T CARE. DIDN'T ASK. at bottom.

Cheap Perfume - Don't Care. Don't Ask

Colorado punk rock band Cheap Perfume are back with their latest offering, Don't Care. Don't Ask, out now via Snappy Little Numbers.

Oct 33 min read

Neon sign reading "Open Bars" and "Jake Banfield" in a dimly lit bar with a warm, cozy ambiance. Bottles and bar stools are visible in the background.

Neon sign reading "Open Bars" and "Jake Banfield" in a dimly lit bar with a warm, cozy ambiance. Bottles and bar stools are visible in the background.

Jake Banfield - Open Bars

Nashville singer-songwriter Jake Banfield has readied his debut album, Open Bars, out now via EMPIRE.

Oct 13 min read

Abstract skeletal figure with dark swirling textures on a black background. Text "DEATH ABOVE LIFE" below. Ominous and eerie mood.

Abstract skeletal figure with dark swirling textures on a black background. Text "DEATH ABOVE LIFE" below. Ominous and eerie mood.

Orbit Culture - Death Above Life

Swedish melodic death metal band are set to release their fifth album, Death Above Life, on October 3, 2025, via Century Media Records.

Sep 283 min read

Two people hug by a lake, one silhouette is white. Text reads "this won't last forever." Monochrome with soft, emotional mood.

Two people hug by a lake, one silhouette is white. Text reads "this won't last forever." Monochrome with soft, emotional mood.

joan - this won't last forever

joan are back with their sophomore album, this won't last forever, out now via Photo Finish Records.

Sep 253 min read

A heart sculpture with gold accents sits on a dark background. Text reads "THE CAB" above and "ROAD TO REIGN: A PRELUDE" below.

A heart sculpture with gold accents sits on a dark background. Text reads "THE CAB" above and "ROAD TO REIGN: A PRELUDE" below.

The Cab - Road To Reign: A Prelude EP

After a decade away from the spotlight, The Cab are back with their brand new EP, Road To Reign: A Prelude, out September 26, 2025.

Sep 252 min read

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A wooden cross amid purple flowers and black grapes on water. A jawbone adds a mysterious, somber mood.

GORE. - IF YOU DO NOT FEAR ME… EP

Metal act Gore. are back with their latest EP, IF YOU DO NOT FEAR ME..., out October 3, 2025, via Spinefarm Records.

Sep 232 min read

A tiny cow caught in a wool tornado against a serene farm backdrop with a windmill, hay bales, and fluffy cloud under a blue sky.

A tiny cow caught in a wool tornado against a serene farm backdrop with a windmill, hay bales, and fluffy cloud under a blue sky.

Sydney Sprague - Peak Experience

Singer-songwriter Sydney Sprague is back with her latest album, Peak Experience, out September 26, 2025.

Sep 223 min read

A person in black clothing holds a belt filled with various currency notes. The nails are painted in bright colors. Clear sky in the background.

A person in black clothing holds a belt filled with various currency notes. The nails are painted in bright colors. Clear sky in the background.

Maggie Andrew - HOW TO SING FOR MONEY EP

Rising Canadian alt-pop singer-songwriter Maggie Andrew is back with her brand new EP, HOW TO SING FOR MONEY, out September 26, 2025, via turtlemusik.

Sep 213 min read

Person on horseback in black and white mountain scene, colorful lines emanate from them. Text reads "Mountains turned to dust."

Person on horseback in black and white mountain scene, colorful lines emanate from them. Text reads "Mountains turned to dust."

Funeral Lakes - Mountains Turned To Dust EP

Canadian indie rock duo Funeral Lakes have returned with their latest EP, Mountains Turned To Dust, out now.

Sep 203 min read

Retro art shows a car, people, and animals in a chaotic urban scene with a setting sun. Text reads Summer Infinity Cruise in the sky.

Retro art shows a car, people, and animals in a chaotic urban scene with a setting sun. Text reads Summer Infinity Cruise in the sky.

Summerbruise - Infinity Guise

Summerbruise are back with their latest album, Infinity Guise, out now via SideOneDummy Records.

Sep 193 min read

Barbed wire wraps around a white flower. Red text reads "VIOLENT NATURE" with "I Prevail" below, creating a stark, intense mood.

Barbed wire wraps around a white flower. Red text reads "VIOLENT NATURE" with "I Prevail" below, creating a stark, intense mood.

I Prevail - Violent Nature

Post-hardcore/metalcore heavyweights I Prevail are back with their fourth album, Violent Nature.

Sep 163 min read

Two women in white dresses stand in a desert landscape at dusk. A geometric pattern overlays the scene, with a crescent moon overhead.

Two women in white dresses stand in a desert landscape at dusk. A geometric pattern overlays the scene, with a crescent moon overhead.

Silverstein - Pink Moon

Silverstein are back with Pink Moon, the second half of a two-part album, out September 12, 2025, via UNFD.

Sep 102 min read

Red butterfly silhouette against a white background, appearing abstract and artistic. The mood is calm and expressive.

Red butterfly silhouette against a white background, appearing abstract and artistic. The mood is calm and expressive.

Beauty School Dropout - WHERE DID ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GO?

LA-based rockers Beauty School Dropout have released their highly anticipated debut album, WHERE DID ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GO?

Sep 43 min read

A woman, Avery Lynch, in a red tank top sits on a sunlit wooden floor. Text reads "Glad We Met" and "Avery Lynch." A patterned rug is partially visible.

A woman, Avery Lynch, in a red tank top sits on a sunlit wooden floor. Text reads "Glad We Met" and "Avery Lynch." A patterned rug is partially visible.

Avery Lynch - Glad We Met EP

Rising singer-songwriter Avery Lynch is back with her latest EP, Glad We Met, out September 5, 2025.

Sep 13 min read

Overlapping images of a man in a dim room with sunlight. Text reads "the loneliest place I've ever been." Mood appears introspective.

Overlapping images of a man in a dim room with sunlight. Text reads "the loneliest place I've ever been." Mood appears introspective.

Have Mercy - the loneliest place i've ever been

Alt-rockers Have Mercy are back with their sixth studio album, the loneliest place i've ever been, out August 29, 2025, via Rude Records.

Aug 283 min read

A person stands alone on a dark street under a streetlight. Text reads "VHS" and "X Ambassadors." The mood is mysterious and solitary.

A person stands alone on a dark street under a streetlight. Text reads "VHS" and "X Ambassadors." The mood is mysterious and solitary.

X Ambassadors - VHS(X)

X Ambassadors have recorded their massive debut album, VHS, which will be released on August 29, 2025.

Aug 273 min read

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