Rock music often comes from a place of experience. Rob Lalain brings plenty of that to The Way We Were. After stepping away from music for over 20 years, the talented multi-instrumentalist returned during the 2020 lockdown. That break shaped both his sound and his perspective. The Michigan-based Rob Lalain has been writing songs since […]
Texas-based alt/indie/shoegaze outfit Fascination 127 makes a striking statement with their new digital release Memories of Lebanon. While the album is loosely framed as a concept piece inspired by Beirut’s vibrant mid-20th century cultural scene, what really emerges is a swirling, psychedelic rock experience packed with attitude and atmosphere. Fascination 127 blends indie grit, shoegaze haze, […]
There’s something undeniably magnetic about a band that sounds like it’s teetering on the edge of chaos but never actually falls apart. Trainwreck Boyfriend thrives in that sweet spot — where gritty honesty meets sharp songwriting and hooks sneak up on you just when you think the rails are about to give way. There’s a […]
There will always be a connection to albums that tell a story. Listeners will hunger for the next track to see where the journey goes. This also demands multiple listens. An artist that is known for this style of storytelling songwriting is our newest friend Reeya Banerjee. The Hudson Valley-based storyteller and indie rock powerhouse […]
Akron, Ohio’s dynamic duo Wake Magnolia, composed of Nick Galbincea (guitar and vocals) and Adam Miller (drums), unleashes a sonic juggernaut with their new single A Night In Ventura released on August 10, 2025. This track is a raw, riff-driven explosion of alternative rock that channels the gritty spirit of 90s grunge while carving out […]
When an artist has the bravery to follow their passion amazing things can happen. Be willing to keep experimenting and reaching outside your comfort zone to find exactly where you are meant to be. Our recent discovery Shell Games is a great example of opening themselves up to realize big things may be on the […]
We truly enjoy keeping up with artists through the years and watching their development. When each release seems to reach for a higher level of musicianship and songwriting I admit I get a little happy inside hoping that we can help provide the push to keep them creating music at their highest level. We have […]
When you are a musician that has written songs, the music bug will never really leave you. Motivation may takes breaks as life hits us but the muse is always there working underneath. In fact, those life experiences that cause a break often lead to some of the best inspiration for future songwriting. Our friend […]
