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Horse Lords Unveil Vocal-Driven Album, Share New Tracks
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Horse Lords Unveil Vocal-Driven Album, Share New Tracks

Experimental rock band Horse Lords have announced their new album ‘Demand to Be Taken to Heaven Alive!’ set for release…

Updated 15 days ago
Youth Valley Releases Dark Post-Punk Single ‘Cerberus’
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Youth Valley Releases Dark Post-Punk Single ‘Cerberus’

Youth Valley has released ‘Cerberus,’ a moody new single that blends shoegaze, post-punk, and 1980s influences reminisc…

Updated 15 days ago
Ora Cogan Explores Resilience in ‘Hard Hearted Woman’
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Ora Cogan Explores Resilience in ‘Hard Hearted Woman’

Canadian experimental folk artist Ora Cogan has released her new album ‘Hard Hearted Woman,’ which explores themes of r…

Updated 16 days ago
Flying Lotus Releases Experimental EP ‘BIG MAMA’
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Flying Lotus Releases Experimental EP ‘BIG MAMA’

LA-based producer and filmmaker Flying Lotus (Steven Ellison) has released a new experimental EP titled ‘BIG MAMA,’ his…

Updated 26 days ago

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Circa Survive add Philly headlining show ahead of Louder Than Life
Brooklyn Vegan

Circa Survive add Philly headlining show ahead of Louder Than Life

Circa Survive has announced a Philadelphia headlining show before their appearance at Louder Than L…

www.brooklynvegan.com · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Harsh Language reveals their big new track, “To Nothing”
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Harsh Language reveals their big new track, “To Nothing”

London trio Harsh Language has released ‘To Nothing’, the lead single from their debut album ‘Time …

www.blogger.com · Feb 26, 2026
electronic
deary Share New Single “Alfie”: Listen
Stereogum

deary Share New Single “Alfie”: Listen

London shoegaze trio deary has released a new eight-minute single called ‘Alfie,’ a tribute to guit…

stereogum.com · Feb 26, 2026
shoegaze
Al Stewart's “Time Passages” Completes His “Year of the Cat” » PopMatters
PopMatters

Al Stewart's “Time Passages” Completes His “Year of the Cat” » PopMatters

Folk-pop-rock singer Al Stewart achieved a major career breakthrough with his 1976 hit ‘Year of the…

www.popmatters.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
Lynn Miles on the Discipline of Emotional Balance » PopMatters
PopMatters

Lynn Miles on the Discipline of Emotional Balance » PopMatters

Canadian folk singer-songwriter Lynn Miles discusses her approach to songwriting, emphasizing that …

www.popmatters.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
OOIOO Share New Track “Gamel BE SURE TO SPIRAL”: Listen
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OOIOO Share New Track “Gamel BE SURE TO SPIRAL”: Listen

OOIOO, the experimental side project started in 1996 by Boredoms drummer YoshimiO (who inspired The…

stereogum.com · Feb 26, 2026
experimental
Joji Announces 2026 “SOLARIS” Tour
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Joji Announces 2026 “SOLARIS” Tour

Joji has announced his 2026 ‘SOLARIS’ Tour, an arena tour supporting his new album Piss in the Wind…

consequence.net · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Gnarls Barkley Announce Final Album Atlanta, Share First New Single in 18 Years
Consequence of Sound

Gnarls Barkley Announce Final Album Atlanta, Share First New Single in 18 Years

Gnarls Barkley, the duo consisting of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse, have announced their final albu…

consequence.net · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Greentea Peng & Ezra Collective Share ‘HELP(2)’ Song “Helicopters”
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Greentea Peng & Ezra Collective Share ‘HELP(2)’ Song “Helicopters”

The War Child UK benefit compilation HELP(2) is set to release next week, featuring contributions f…

stereogum.com · Feb 26, 2026
indie rock
Maria Somerville at silent green / Tuesday, 3.3.2026
Digital in Berlin

Maria Somerville at silent green / Tuesday, 3.3.2026

Maria Somerville is performing at silent green on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. Her music blends folk f…

www.digitalinberlin.de · Feb 26, 2026
folk
Gnarls Barkley announce third and final album, share “Pictures”
Brooklyn Vegan

Gnarls Barkley announce third and final album, share “Pictures”

Gnarls Barkley have announced their third and final album titled ‘Atlanta’, marking their first rel…

www.brooklynvegan.com · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Gnarls Barkley's First New Album In 18 Years Is Out Next Week
Stereogum

Gnarls Barkley's First New Album In 18 Years Is Out Next Week

Gnarls Barkley, the duo of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse, are releasing their first new album in 18 …

stereogum.com · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Album Review: Chloe Violette – Colourfast | AnalogueTrash
AnalogueTrash Review

Album Review: Chloe Violette – Colourfast | AnalogueTrash

Australian singer-songwriter Chloe Violette's debut album Colourfast is a perfectly formed folk cla…

www.analoguetrash.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
The Reverbs :: The Happy Forest - Aquarium Drunkard
Aquarium Drunkard

The Reverbs :: The Happy Forest - Aquarium Drunkard

The Reverbs’ 1984 mini-album The Happy Forest is a jangly guitar-pop release influenced by early R.…

aquariumdrunkard.com · Feb 26, 2026
indie rock
Brighton dream-pop newcomers Goodbye detail debut EP, These Things Take Time
The Line of Best Fit

Brighton dream-pop newcomers Goodbye detail debut EP, These Things Take Time

Brighton-based dream-pop band Goodbye have announced their debut EP titled These Things Take Time a…

www.thelineofbestfit.com · Feb 26, 2026
shoegaze
Roadburn 2026: Lineup Complete; Final Names Announced
The Obelisk

Roadburn 2026: Lineup Complete; Final Names Announced

Roadburn 2026 has announced its complete lineup for the long-running underground music festival in …

theobelisk.net · Feb 26, 2026
alternative
Poppy Ackroyd returns to her roots on piano and violin with upcoming album, Liminal
The Line of Best Fit

Poppy Ackroyd returns to her roots on piano and violin with upcoming album, Liminal

Composer and pianist Poppy Ackroyd has announced her new album titled Liminal, marking a return to …

www.thelineofbestfit.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
Olivia Dean named as ambassador for Record Store Day 2026: “It’s so important we continue to support them and keep them alive”
NME

Olivia Dean named as ambassador for Record Store Day 2026: “It’s so important we continue to support them and keep them alive”

Olivia Dean has been named ambassador for Record Store Day 2026, emphasizing the importance of supp…

www.nme.com · Feb 26, 2026
indie rock
Galway Folk Festival announce lineup | Nialler9
Nialler9

Galway Folk Festival announce lineup | Nialler9

Galway Folk Festival has announced its lineup, featuring both ticketed concerts and an extensive pr…

nialler9.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
Gorillaz’ The Mountain: Turning Grief into a Spiritual Epic - Indie is not a genre
Indie is Not a Genre

Gorillaz’ The Mountain: Turning Grief into a Spiritual Epic - Indie is not a genre

Gorillaz’ album ‘The Mountain’ showcases Damon Albarn returning to his experimental roots, transfor…

www.indieisnotagenre.com · Feb 26, 2026
experimental
AE MAK announces debut album Folk Songs for Mama & Papa | Nialler9
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AE MAK announces debut album Folk Songs for Mama & Papa | Nialler9

AE MAK, now the solo project of McCann following McMahon's departure, announces a debut album title…

nialler9.com · Feb 26, 2026
folk
ListN Up Playlist: Rachel Beetz (February 26, 2026)
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ListN Up Playlist: Rachel Beetz (February 26, 2026)

Rachel Beetz curates a personal playlist featuring music from artists she cherishes. The playlist i…

icareifyoulisten.com · Feb 26, 2026
experimental
Namasenda reveals debut album Limbo created from “streams of consciousness captured in real time”
The Line of Best Fit

Namasenda reveals debut album Limbo created from “streams of consciousness captured in real time”

Experimental pop artist Namasenda, signed to YEAR0001, has announced her debut album Limbo, releasi…

www.thelineofbestfit.com · Feb 26, 2026
experimental
When A Flower Doesn’t Grow by Softcult
Very Tiny Songs

When A Flower Doesn’t Grow by Softcult

Softcult's album ‘When A Flower Doesn't Grow’ is set to release on January 29, 2026 via Easy Life R…

verytinysongs.wordpress.com · Feb 26, 2026
dream pop