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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.
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.