By Indi Tejeda – July 28th, 2026 Creative breakthroughs rarely announce themselves. More often, they begin with a question, a frustration, or the quiet realization that the old way of doing things no longer fits. For XBYRDX, Anthems for the End Times began with exactly that kind of realization. What started as a response toContinue reading “Making Space for the Unexpected: A Conversation with XBYRDX”
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Unshuffled: The Album Listening Club Gripping Music Aficionados
We live in a time where third spaces are crucial, now more than ever. We are so connected and yet so disconnected. Anywhere outside of our homes and workplaces is something to hold onto. From book clubs, to scrapbooking events, to zinemaking collectives, to crocheting in the cinema, and run clubs, we have established spacesContinue reading “Unshuffled: The Album Listening Club Gripping Music Aficionados”
Innlet Keeps It Collaborative
By Indi Tejeda – July 25th, 2026 Ask vocalist Levi Miller where a song begins, and he talks about everyone else’s ideas. Ask about the band’s sound, and he points to five different musical backgrounds instead of one defining influence. Even when we drift into conversations about touring or recording, the answers rarely settle onContinue reading “Innlet Keeps It Collaborative”
Jordana Turned Pittsburgh Into ‘Jordanaland’
After a long wait, I attended a Jordana concert at Pittsburgh’s Bottlerocket Social Hall on March 18, 2026. She performed tracks from her latest EP, “Jordanaland,” showcasing her signature indie-pop sound and pristine vocals. The remarkable band enhanced the experience, and I left eager to revisit her discography.
Social Media for Music Lovers – Airbuds Continues to Build Community
Airbuds might be the last social app that actually feels like it was made for your friends.
I caught up with founder Brittany to talk artist collabs, the ambassador program, and how the app is navigating ads without losing its soul.
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Almost Famous Zine Albums of the Year 2025
Graphics by Amanda Florence 2025 was a groundbreaking year for music. Whether it was diving into new releases or rediscovering old favorites, we each picked out the key albums that defined our past 12 months. Most of us experienced some major life changes this year, and through it all, there was a song for every moment.Continue reading “Almost Famous Zine Albums of the Year 2025”
New Brunswick Staples Necto & Kouskous Heaven Tackle East Coast Tour
Kouskous Heaven and Necto, two iconic New Brunswick bands, begin their tour on January 8th in Columbia, South Carolina, concluding on January 17th in New Brunswick, NJ. Both bands enjoyed successful years, building excitement for their live performances.
Peeling Back the Layers with Cornelia Murr – INTERVIEW
Cornelia Murr’s album “Run to the Center,” inspired by her renovation of an old Nebraska house, explores life’s challenges and transitions through lyricism that reflects introspection and emotional depth. Key tracks like “Meantime” and “Spiral of Beauty” invite listeners to pause and reflect, offering a meditative and poetic experience.
ROTOSCOPE Palindromically Play New EP in Warehouse Behind Dispensary – The Loft @ Blkbrn
Blkbrn in Highland Park hosts ROTOSCOPE’s EP release event for “Two Images,” featuring a vibrant performance in an authentic DIY space. The five-member band explores themes of emotion and vulnerability in their four-track EP, recorded live in a day. The event showcased their growth and connection to the local music scene.
The Magic Behind Roskilde Festival
Rain, mud, missed buses, going back and forth from Copenhagen to Roskilde on a train. Let’s grab one more iced latte; otherwise, how the hell are we supposed to stay up until 4 a.m. to catch the last bus home, just to do it all over again tomorrow morning? Roskilde Festival is Roskilde Festival, there’sContinue reading “The Magic Behind Roskilde Festival”