Tataetano’s debut album “MaloKhali Rising” brings a refreshing new wave to California’s indie music scene.
It embodies awakening and inspiration, mirroring the journey of the artist himself, Antonio Palazzo, known by his stage name Tataetano.
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: 2024, Alternative, indie rock, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: 2024, indie rock, Lady Charles, Pop, singer, songwriter, United States

Lady Charles latest single, “Bedroom Pop,” takes listeners back to a time when the authenticity of DIY recording was favored over studio perfection.
This track is a captivating dialogue between collaborators, merging musical and thematic elements to explore the challenges artists often face in the music industry. Rooted in the early 2010s indie scene’s DIY ethos, “Bedroom Pop” tackles themes of exploitation and the pursuit of artists maintaining self-respect
by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman Tagged With: blues rock, Colorado, Funk, indie rock, Jazz, Rock, Soul, United States

Cass Clayton Band’s new album Midnight in a Bottle captivates with deep, rich vocals and a kaleidoscope of live instruments that infuse each track with a distinctive flavor. A vibrant tapestry of musical styles, the album is woven together by Clayton’s masterful storytelling. With lyrics at the forefront, Clayton’s 11 songs flirt with diverse genres while remaining […]
by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Rock, United Kingdom

UK solo-artist LiVES (aka Peter Chisholm) was the singer & guitarist with cult UK rock duo The Sea (along with his brother Alex on drums), they released 3 studio albums & played over 1000 concerts & festivals (inc: Glastonbury, CMJ, SXSW, Eurosonic & supported Muse, The Kills & James Morrison on UK/European tours). As well […]
by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman Tagged With: alternative rock, indie rock, Nashville, pop punk, Rock, Tennessee, United States

The Hollow Party, a dynamic indie-rock band based in Nashville have released their latest single, “Goddess in a Ghost Town.” The writing process of “Goddess in a Ghost Town” began months ago when band members Andrew, Danny and Quinn crafted the initial demo. Over the following months, Drew added emotional lyrics and a recurrent hook, […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: indie rock, Pop, Rock, singer, songwriter, United States, Wren Astra

Independent musician and activist Wren Astra brings a rare fusion of both artistic creativity and academic depth, as both an indies blue musician and esteemed professor at USC.
Her latest single, “Concussed,” delves into the pressing societal issue of intimate partner violence and explores enduring a concussion at the hands of her abuser.
by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman Tagged With: alternative rock, Canada, indie rock, Rock, shoegaze

In this interview spotlight, I chat with The Starling Effect about their latest project (A Strange Habit of Disappearing), AI in music, dream collabs, and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. A Strange Habit of Disappearing b/w Blueskiesgrey by The Starling Effect This AI thing is getting way out of control. I […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: indie rock, singer, songwriter

Winnipeg’s Tyler Del Pino has always struggled to fit in, and there’s nothing like his music that truly challenges the concept of genre and delivers his one-of-a-kind brand of Canadiana. Del Pino has a pure passion for songwriting and an honest sound infused with starry-eyed narratives; a hybrid of Rock-Pop, Americana, and East Coast folk-rock […]
by Leslie Sherman Tagged With: indie rock, songwriter

Dany Horovitz is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for delighting audiences with his memorable melodies and beautiful storytelling through vivid lyrics of love, loss, and life, drawing inspiration from ancient poets, modern philosophers, and personal experiences. Born to a middle-class Jewish family in Montreal and raised outside Toronto, Dany’s music is infused with modern takes on […]
by Joshua (J.Smo) Smotherman Tagged With: indie rock, Punk, punk rock, Rock, United Kingdom

KickBoy are the chaotic “milk-punk” 5-piece from South London, brewed with influences of The B-52’s, Parquet Courts and The Garden. They invite you into their bizarre world of diverse punk flavours. In this interview spotlight, I chat with KickBoy about their latest project, AI in music, dream collabs, and more. The band will be touring […]
