alternative music

Los Angeles-based post-rock/shoegaze band Young Lovers have long been one of the best-kept secrets of the city’s DIY scene. Comprised of guitarist Mikey Macapagal, drummer Eddie Ramos, bassist Josh Solomon, and vocalist Jonny Higa, the group—whose members come from Filipino, Japanese, and Mexican-American backgrounds—first connected attending and organizing backyard DIY shows in the San Fernando Valley, and quickly earned a reputation as one of the city’s […]

Today, ZOON the Anishinaabe-Canadian shoegaze project led by Daniel Monkman is announcing the arrival of their highly anticipated third long player, HAPPY THOUGHT SCHOOL out June 19, 2026 via Paper Bag Records.  Zoongide’ewin, or ZOON—meaning “bravery” and “a strong and fearless heart”—was given to Monkman during a traditional sweat ceremony. Daniel is the second name they use as they move through the world. To kick off the new […]

Indie music today feels more cinematic than ever. Artists like Holly Humberstone, Sam Fender, The Japanese House, and Bleachers are proving that honesty and atmosphere can coexist. That a single guitar line or synth wash can hold as much emotion as a full-blown chorus. Meanwhile, alt-rock has traded angst for introspection, with acts like Inhaler, […]

New Album A6, Featuring “Alive Again” & “Damage,” Drops May 2 Electro-pop powerhouse Lights is hitting the road once again with her “(A)Live Again” North American tour, kicking off on May 8 in Victoria, BC. Fans across the U.S. and Canada can expect an electrifying live experience as she debuts tracks from her upcoming album […]

Kaleah Lee talks tour, sad-girl songwriting, and her latest EP, Birdwatcher

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With new music from My Bloody Valentine in the works, we’re looking at the subgenre they helped pioneer.

The experimental post-punk band talk to Popdust about their latest album, Palberta5000.

The quartet — who are all between 10 and 16 years old — went viral for a performance in the L.A. Public Library.

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