indie rock
Nervous Recs: NNAMDÏ Made ‘Brat’ in Self-Isolation So You Could Endure Yours
Since you're stuck at home, try this unpredictable and mind-expanding new LP from the Chicago polymath and DIY veteran.
Deeper's Powerful New Album Helped Them Cope With the Death of a Bandmate
'Auto-Pain,' the Chicago band's sophomore LP, is full of raw feeling and hooky post-punk.
The Districts Love This Classic Philly Dive That Started the 'Citywide Special'
"Even though they have live jazz too, you're going to Bob and Barbara's Lounge for a shot and a beer," says frontman Rob Grote.
First Their Side Hustle Disappeared. Then Their Main Jobs Did Too
When the restaurants closed and tours were cancelled after the coronavirus outbreak, some Philadelphians lost two jobs on the same day.
Soccer Mommy Puts Nostalgia Front and Center on 'color theory'
Fear of the future can feel paralyzing. VICE talked to Sophie Allison about her new album that feels anything but.
On 'The Main Thing,' Real Estate Is Finally Having Fun Again
We talked to guitar pop mainstays Martin Courtney and Alex Bleeker about their turbulent past few years and how they've endured as a band.
Tame Impala's 'The Slow Rush' Is Worth the Wait
Kevin Parker’s first album in five years had a prolonged rollout, but he delivers on the Coachella-sized expectations.
Tame Impala Has Pop Aspirations That Don’t Make Sense
Kevin Parker's goal to "be a Max Martin" reveals his desire to be associated with trashy, mass-produced pop music.
The Walkmen's Walter Martin Couldn't Care Less About Being Cool
VICE talked to the songwriter about his decades-long career in music, and how the death of his best friend influenced his new album, 'The World at Night.'
Se So Neon are the new faces of Korean indie rock
Ahead of their second album Maladaptive, the trio talks finding their place and resisting the urge to conform.
Se So Neon are the new faces of Korean indie rock
Ahead of their second album Maladaptive, the trio talks finding their place and resisting the urge to conform.
Facebook Shitposting Groups Are the New Fan Clubs for Indie Bands
Fans of acts like Snail Mail and (Sandy) Alex G find community in groups dedicated to meaningless drivel.