Charm School: Debt Forever [Album Review]
Charm SchoolDebt ForeverSurprise Mind [2025] “Charm School’s debut is a rebellious, schizophrenic collage that refuses to play by the rules—and that’s exactly why it works.” … Read more
Fust – “Spangled” [Video]
Durham, NC band Fust announced their anticipated new album Big Ugly, due out March 7th via Dear Life Records. Lead single “Spangled” combines big chords and band leader Aaron Dowdy’s instantly recognizable … Read more
Squid: Cowards [Album Review]
SquidCowardsWarp Records [2025] “Harpsichords, horns, and hypnotic grooves—Cowards finds Squid as adventurous and compelling as ever.” Album Overview: Squid emerged from the same scene as … Read more
Cloakroom – “Story of the Egg” [Video]
Cloakroom’s new single, “The Story of the Egg”, is concise and boundless all at once. Sonically a duality, Cloakroom’s influence of punchy and downpicked punk … Read more
Fire Track Premiere: Gyasi – “Lightning”
We’re excited to premiere “Lightning,” the latest track from Gyasi, ahead of its official release tomorrow, February 7th. This high-energy single is the third from … Read more
The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart: Perfect Right Now: A Slumberland Collection 2008-2010 [Album Review]
The Pains Of Being Pure At HeartPerfect Right Now: A Slumberland Collection 2008-2010Slumberland Records [2025] “A time capsule of The Pains of Being Pure at … Read more
Fire Track: Surprise Chef – “Bully Ball”
Surprise Chef · Bully Ball Australia’s world-renowned cinematic soul outfit Surprise Chef return with new album Superb. A record that represents a change in their … Read more
From iPad to Indie Gem: Richard Davies on The Moles’ Composition Book + “Tragedy” Premiere
Australian cult favorite Richard Davies has spent decades crafting offbeat, beloved indie rock—first with The Moles, Cardinal, and through a vast solo catalog. A lawyer … Read more
Dax Riggs: 7 Songs For Spiders [Album Review]
Dax Riggs7 Songs For SpidersBright Shadow [2025] “Dax Riggs summons the darkness with 7 Songs for Spiders—a hypnotic blend of doom-laced blues and spectral fuzz.” … Read more
Gus Englehorn: The Hornbook [Album Review]
Gus EnglehornThe HornbookSecret City Records [2025] “Gus Englehorn rewrites the indie rock playbook with The Hornbook—a genre-blurring, storytelling triumph.” Album Overview: Gus Englehorn’s path to … Read more
Black Country, New Road – “Besties” [Video]
Black Country, New Road return with the announcement of a new album, Forever Howlong, coming April 4th on Ninja Tune. Forever Howlong is their first … Read more
The Laughing Chimes: Whispers In The Speech Machine [Album Review]
The Laughing ChimesWhispers In The Speech MachineSlumerbland Records [2025] “A bold evolution—Whispers in the Speech Machine expands The Laughing Chimes’ sound while staying true to … Read more
Momma – “I Want You (Fever)” [Video]
Momma’s new album Welcome to My Blue Sky will be released April 4th, 2025, via Polyvinyl Record Co. in North America, and Lucky Number. The … Read more
Ex-Vöid: In Love Again [Album Review]
Ex-VöidIn Love AgainTapete Records [2025] “Blending punchy guitars, heartfelt lyricism, and irresistible melodies, In Love Again proves Ex-Vöid is just getting started.” Album Overview: Ex-Vöid … Read more
Florist – “Have Heaven” [Video]
With their new album, New York minimalist folk quartet Florist invite listeners to question everything — to imagine a world where magic, surrealism, and the supernatural are … Read more
The Pro-Teens: MF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is Assumed [Album Review]
The Pro-TeensMF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is AssumedCollege Of Knowledge Records [2025] “A bold and soulful tribute that redefines MF DOOM’s legacy, one … Read more
Fire Track: Population II – “Le thé est prêt”
Population II is a band dedicated to its disengagement, constantly working on refining their imposing, yet unpretentious sound. Composed of singer/drummer Pierre-Luc Gratton, guitarist/keyboardist Tristan … Read more
Good Flying Birds: Talulah’s Tape [Album Review]
Good Flying BirdsTalulah’s TapeRotten Apple [2025] “Talulah’s Tape captures the lo-fi charm and heart of indie pop’s golden spirit.” Album Overview: Good Flying Birds is … Read more
Video Premiere: Hauntu – “Crooked Teeth”
“A sonic storm of raw emotion and relentless energy—Hauntu makes their mark.” – The Fire Note We’re thrilled to premiere the latest video from San … Read more
Upupayāma: Mount Elephant [Album Review]
UpupayāmaMount ElephantFuzz Club Records [2024] “A transcendent blend of global rhythms and psych-rock innovation—Mount Elephant redefines the journey inward.” Album Overview: Upupayāma is the brainchild … Read more
The Men – “PO Box 96” [Video]
Prolific New York City punks The Men are today dropping “PO Box 96”, the second single to be lifted from their newly-announced Buyer Beware LP … Read more
The Weather Station: Humanhood [Album Review]
The Weather StationHumanhoodFat Possum Records [2025] “Humanhood captures the pulse of our times with a wider sound, daring soundscapes and profoundly human storytelling that we … Read more
FACS – “You Future” [Video]
With their sixth studio album Wish Defense (incoming Februrary 7, 2025 on Trouble In Mind Records), Chicago trio FACS take a good, long look in … Read more
Television Personalities: Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993 [Album Review]
Television PersonalitiesTune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993Fire Records [2025] “Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out delivers a treasure trove of rare … Read more
Sharp Pins- “I Can’t Stop” [Video]
Excited to hype the upcoming re-release/expanded Sharp Pins record Radio DDR (+ 3 new songs) out March 21st on K/Perennial! Radio DDR is an excellent … Read more