Category: Review

August Came – GISKE

Some songs arrive carrying a sense of nostalgia before a single lyric is sung. GISKE’s latest single, August Came, is one of those songs—a shimmering piece of guitar pop that…

GEMINI HOLE – Occurrence

For a band that set out to make something “art-damaged and weird,” Occurrence have landed somewhere surprisingly accessible on GEMINI HOLE. The New York City-based trio’s latest album thrives in…

4fro Nick Don’t Waste My Time (LA mix)

There’s something refreshingly genuine about 4fro Nick’s approach to music. While much of modern rock chases trends or overproduced perfection, the Greek-born, Los Angeles-based artist leans into something far more…

Royal Ruby – Ray Gibbz

In an era where much of mainstream hip-hop revolves around familiar themes, independent artist Ray Gibbz takes a different path. His latest single, “Royal Ruby,” released on June 4, 2026,…

Madame E.V.A. – CMD.EXE

At a time when many artists borrow science-fiction aesthetics as little more than visual decoration, Tucson-based electronic rock project CMD.EXE is building something far more ambitious: an interconnected universe where…

Stillness Is A Sound – The Quiet North

In a musical landscape increasingly defined by speed, distraction, and constant stimulation, Stillness Is A Sound arrives as a welcome counterpoint. The debut album from Norwegian producer and songwriter Fredrik…

Getting Started – pistonspeak

Chicago indie rock outfit Getting Started wastes no time making a statement with pistonspeak, the band’s first release of 2026 and the opening chapter of what promises to be an…