indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Lo-Fi and Chill!
Do you need to have background music on while studying? But preferably music that is non distracting but soothing? Or maybe you just want to sit back, relax, and de-stress to something calm and therapeutic yet a little different from the usual music you might listen to.
By Jasmine Aguilar8 months ago in Beat
Choosing the Shadow - Gun-Shy Butterfly's "Dark Side" is a Fierce and Fearless Statement of Self
On their debut single “Dark Side,” Philadelphia’s Gun-Shy Butterfly don't just dip a toe into the waters of emotional reckoning. They dive headfirst, fully clothed with truths laid bare.
By Whitney Miller8 months ago in Beat
STAGE PRESENCE VS. PEN GAME: WHAT WILL STEAL THE CROWN AT B.A.R.S. 2 TOURNAMENT ?
The B.A.R.S. 2 rap tournament isn’t just about spitting bars—it’s a high-stakes war of artistry, where lyrical assassins and stage demons collide in a song-for-song knockout format. The next series lineup is stacked with JA Bos, Promise, King Savage, Spyda, Chanel Well Fed, Des The Menace, OG Jimmy, Pac Mommy, and Swift and more—but only one can walk away with the grand prize: $1,000, a Saadgod feature, EAG merch, an interview with NWO Sparrow, and a Kapo-directed video shoot.
By NWO SPARROW8 months ago in Beat
Time's Echo: Octoberman Reflects on Mortality and Memory with "We Used To Talk of Death"
With their 20th year in motion, Octoberman returns with "We Used To Talk of Death," a nostalgic, tape-warmed indie rock single that meditates on aging, memory, and the inevitable weight of time. Recovered from a forgotten 2014 demo, the track now arrives fully realized – leaner, rawer, and more resonant than ever.
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
Finding Your Place: Angela Saini's "Puzzle Piece" Celebrates the Beauty of Being Different
Finding Your Place: Angela Saini's "Puzzle Piece" Celebrates the Beauty of Being Different Prairie-raised singer-songwriter returns with an empowering anthem about self-acceptance and the strength found in uniqueness
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
Neil Haverty Confronts Mortality and Meaning in Haunting "Man Down"
Canadian vocalist, composer, and Bruce Peninsula frontman Neil Haverty unveils his new single, "Man Down" – a brooding, introspective meditation on illness, survival, and the slow, complicated return to self. This powerful track represents a significant artistic milestone, marking Haverty's first solo release after more than a decade spent composing for award-winning film and television projects.
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
Ian North Explores the Poetry of Place in "Going North for Good"
Canadian folk-rock artist Ian North returns with "Going North for Good," a stirring new single that masterfully blends wistful storytelling with layered three-part harmonies and evocative lyricism. This latest offering stands as a testament to North's ability to transform personal narratives into universal truths, creating music that resonates far beyond its specific origins.
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
The Bapti$$ Returns with Soul-Stirring "Crazyglue and Skeletons"
Following the understated power of his debut "Mister 808," The Bapti$$—the genre-bending musical rebirth of multi-instrumentalist Joseph LaPlante—returns with "Crazyglue and Skeletons," a meditative, emotional track that showcases his evolving artistry. This latest offering floats on eerie guitars, thumping 808s, and a raw vocal delivery that emerges straight from the heart, demonstrating LaPlante's continued evolution as both musician and storyteller.
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
Grace Elly’s “I Don’t Care Anymore” Is a Stirring Portrait of Emotional Clarity
Grace Elly’s new single, “I Don’t Care Anymore,” is a confident and affecting release that solidifies her place among today’s most promising emerging pop artists. A departure from radio-friendly gloss without abandoning accessibility, the track unfolds as a slow-burning anthem of personal release. Grace leans into atmosphere, restraint, and a strong vocal performance to create a piece that feels both deeply private and widely relatable.
By Chris Adams8 months ago in Beat
