ROCK

Second Idol seethes out a battle cry and a call to arms for women, non-binary, and trans musicians in the music industry in their latest single, “Boxing Ring.” Drenched in alternative rock, goth, grunge, and post-punk influences, this track is a visceral reflection on the struggles and aspirations of those…

Ruby Nixxons leans into destruction in their hard-hitting rock bop, “Midnight Candy.” With commanding guitar riffs, powerful vocals, and driving drums, this single grabs you from the first note and doesn’t let go. Recorded at Waterfront Studios in Falkirk, Scotland, the song starts with heavy guitar riffs by Steve Mosley…

Having made it to the South Africa Top 40 Chart and the Aotearoa RadioScope Alt Chart, The Transits gets on the energetic and exciting side of heartbreaking relatability with their punchy, energetic anthem, “Heartbreak Queen.” This single is an absolute head-banger thanks to the insane mix of rock, punk, indie…

Die Kammer gets the heaviest and the murkiest with their latest album, Season V: Maybe Forgotten. Maybe Glorious. Expect a lot of heavy material, including life and death, with the fleeting contemplations of the sweeping transitions in between, from this season. The album opens with the cinematic masterpiece, “My Dearie…

SUN MAHSHENE steps on a new chapter through the depths of post-shoegaze soundscapes in their latest single, “New Shores (Radio Edit).” Released on March 22, this Dublin-based sextet delivers a powerful anthem of new beginnings and fresh starts. Produced by Michael Richards, “New Shores (Radio Edit)” envelops your ears in…

Neska Rose is painfully “Aware” of a man’s audacity and shouts it out with that perfect female rage in her latest single. With Neska on guitar and her twin sister, Libi, on keys and backing vocals, this dynamic duo brings a fresh and edgy sound to the music. “Aware” kicks…

Seßler/Zeeb pleads for compassion, humanity and a sense of togetherness in a world that is divided and self-serving in his latest single, “If No One.” With gentle piano keys leading the way, the song unfolds like a comforting embrace, making us reflect on the importance of lending a helping hand…

Detroit-based alt/metal trio Riding With Killers is back to avenge with the relentless onslaught of alt-metal goodness on their latest album, Full Circle. Released on December 9th, 2023, this album showcases the trio at the top of their game with the best of 90s alt-rock, industrial, and nu-metal. Full Circle…

Flee from Utah rides through the Old and Broken in their latest EP. Released on February 25th, 2024, Old and Broken gets to the heart of rock n roll with grazing, infectious melodies. The opening track, “We Woke Up,” kicks things off with a bang, as grinding guitars drive Ben…

Ohio band Wexford gets anthemic about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, with their fierce new single, “Never Give Up the Fight,” released on April 5, is a powerful and timely anthem that resonates with urgency and conviction. From the outset, “Never Give Up the Fight” immerses listeners in a whirlwind…