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Saosin — Old Member Returns, New Music Results

For those with their ear on the post-hardcore scene, here’s a shot of good news: Acclaimed alt-rock/post-hardcore band Saosin is back with the release of their third album Along The Shadow. It’s their first release in nearly seven years and their first one since reforming in 2014. It’s also their first album with original vocalist […]

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Fall in love with “Wondering” by In Lights

Let me just say that I love when a rock band implements somewhat “unusual” instruments within their groups/songs. There’s a certain uniqueness to it that really makes the listening experience different from anything else you’ll hear on the radio. With that being said, In Lights is a five-piece band from San Jose, California that features […]

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Flashback to the ’80s with Japancakes

I’m going to have to repeat Japancakes’ name about fifty times throughout this review, just because it’s so entertaining to say/type. Japancakes. You’ve got to admit, that’s pretty fun. Little did you know, this band has been around since the end of the 1990s. So you’ve been missing out on Japancakes for a lot longer […]

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Astronaut and The Trees Conclude Their EP with Death By Volcano

As true music lovers here at Indie Band Guru we love to watch the development of a band and stay in the loop as they put together their catalog of music.  It allows us to connect with the musicians and feel like we are a part of what is happening.  Granted we are crazier about […]

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“Priestess” by Derek Goodreid just may put a spell on you

There’s a certain amount of inspiration that can be felt when you see other people achieving their dreams despite obstacles that have been placed in their way. Australian singer-songwriter Derek Goodreid is now located in Norway, and moving there was most certainly an obstacle that needed to be faced. Along with that, he was told that […]

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The Theodolites – Combining Many Sides Of Art

Not all musical projects are made for the stage.  There are many pieces of the music industry to provide space for all artists to share their own skills and talents.  Take for example our recent find The Theodolites. The band who formed in Derbyshire, United Kingdom this past February has their own interesting concept.  There […]

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Beauty In The Breakdown – The Front Of The Stage Calls

There is a great career to be had as a backup musician.  Getting the chance to tour the world with some of the major stars while still staying relatively unknown by the masses has its perks.  The bug often bites though and the lure of being at the front of the stage becomes very strong. […]

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Hash – Connecting With Fans Through Guitar and Emotion

There are many different ways to make rock music.  The standard guitar, bass, drums, and vocals has been done millions of times.  An artist that is experimental enough to add additional instruments that the mainstream doesn’t hear every day, can set their music apart.  There are tons of different ways to make beautiful sounds out […]