indie rock
Taco Bell Has Been Quietly Subsidizing Touring Bands for 15 Years
Being on the road is hard. The fast food chain’s Feed the Beat initiative, which gives artists $500 in gift cards, claims to make it easier.
Friendship Shines Through Moontype's Masterful Indie Rock Debut
On 'Bodies of Water,' the charming trio make dynamic and kindhearted songs that make them Chicago's best new band.
How Daniel Nigro Went From Indie Rocker to 'Drivers License' Co-Writer
The former As Tall As Lions frontman talks Olivia Rodrigo's record-breaking hit and how being in a band informed his pop songwriting.
3 Things That Inspired Cloud Nothings' Great New LP ‘The Shadow I Remember’
Dylan Baldi explains how long-distance running, living in Philadelphia, and a serious Netflix binge informed his band's ninth LP.
Katy Kirby's Timeless Songs Are Wonderful Leaps of Faith
The rising Nashville indie rock songwriter grapples with God, family, and self-doubt on 'Cool Dry Place,' the best debut album of 2021 so far.
Daniel Romano Explains How He Released Nine Albums in 2020
The genre-defying, multi-talented Canadian songwriter is the king of quarantine releases.
Dehd's New Album Will Make You Miss Going to Shows
'Flower of Devotion' is bursting with life and tangible energy on record, but it’s the kind of music that’s best experienced live.
Bandcamp Friday Is Back Supporting Artists and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund
The digital music and merch platform is once again waiving its revenue share. Here's what we recommend buying on June 19.
Change Is the Only Constant for Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever
Joe White and Tom Russo talk about the making of the Melbourne band's bright and adventurous sophomore LP, 'Sideways To New Italy.'
Artists Get 100% Commission on Bandcamp Again, So Let's Buy Some Albums
People bought $4.3 million in music and merch on the platform last time. Here are some suggestions on where to spend your money next.
We're Livestreaming a Music Festival to Raise Money for Artists
On April 11, watch ‘Noisey Night In’ with Margo Price, Open Mike Eagle, and more. Proceeds benefit the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.
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.