Vancouver’s THE THICK OF IT captivates with “Someone Else,” a gripping alt-rock track enveloping listeners in emotional turbulence. Exploring themes of longing and conflict, it blends Tool and Alice In Chains influences. Meanwhile, Melbourne’s Ratfink! delivers dream pop brilliance with “About Ya,” crafting introspective melodies from their shared Brunswick house. YACOVELLI’s “Doppelganger” unfolds as a…

XRL-7 boldly combines pop-punk and synthwave with cybernetic skater rebellion in their latest single “Antipop Star,” featuring LA alt-rock band AL1CE. This collaboration produces an electrifying soundscape that challenges societal norms, layered with haunting synths and visceral guitar riffs. Released alongside a gripping episode of their web series, XRL-7 critiques celebrity culture through a dark…

Swivvel’s “Last Dance” captivates with its raw indie rock charm, blending urgent guitars and gripping vocals to evoke timeless introspection and nostalgia. The track’s vibrant energy previews their forthcoming EP, “In Between the Lossless Dreams,” promising a journey through unsaid emotions. As listeners dive into this sonic canvas, Swivvel’s artistry invites exploration of life’s unscripted…

Fernando’s Eyes debuts with “A Million Times,” a rich post-punk journey exploring self-doubt and transformation, marking a new chapter for Fernando Honorato. Me & Melancholy captivates with “Open Your Eyes,” a dark wave triumph by Peter Ehrling that offers atmospheric depth and a true-to-heart sound. The Flip Phones guide listeners with “Polaris,” an indie rock…

WOOF’s latest single, “LICK!”, is an adrenaline-fueled journey through the vibrant chaos of city nightlife, seamlessly embracing 80s rock with an alt-rock twist. Known for defying genre conventions, WOOF expertly mixes pulsing guitars and atmospheric textures to create a sonic tapestry that is both gritty and polished. Releasing on April 1st, 2025, “LICK!” encapsulates the…

David Cloyd returns with “If We Could Escape,” a Hitchcock-inspired track from his upcoming album Red Sky Warning. This single, layered with alternative rock and cinematic drama, captures Cloyd’s leap into thrilling adventures and emotional depth. Scheduled for full album release on June 6th, Cloyd’s music continues to captivate audiences worldwide, drawing listeners into a…

YESLA’s “Oh Yeah” celebrates dreams and self-discovery through a pop-punk gem, channeling the energetic essence of alt-rock icons. It’s an anthem for aspirational dreamers, highlighting YESLA’s journey and marking a new chapter in the alt-rock pop scene.

This week’s indie highlights feature Rich Chambers’ catchy “Don’t Go Jo,” Chayne’s French pop twist “Ne Me Fais Pas Rire,” Fringe Frontier’s evocative “Astor Place,” ahorasoyfelipe’s nostalgic “RADIO CEBOLLA (VOL. 1),” and The Sea At Midnight’s altruistic “Our Brilliant Destruction.” Each artist delivers unique narratives and engaging soundscapes.