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Seattle, Washington's The Night and The Dirty deliver a compelling blend of alternative rock, post-punk, darkwave, and surf-infused textures on "Little Girl". The expansive intro sounds to me like it's got an electronically charged ukulele, perhaps with some bright tones, washed over with some expansive drum patterns. ... a kaleidoscopic indie gem packed with quirky hooks and endless replay value. It's very quirky, and the intro is absolutely sizzling. As soon as those vocals come in, it reminds me a bit of the moody sounds of Morrissey and The Smiths. The atmospheric backing for those vocals is nothing short of sensational, and with the quirky electronic sounds swirling around the track, this actually helps to make it all come together in one kaleidoscopic sound. Coming in at just under three minutes long, this song has lots of replayability and, with all of those quirky sounds left, right, and centre, you are certainly going to be discovering something new on th...

The Heretics drop their powerful new tune, "Tidal Waves"

The Heretics' "Tidal Waves" is a powerful return from the England, UK-based band. It is only their second ever track, following their lead single "Bends & Breaks", but listen to this: you wouldn't have thought that. It is one of those unapologetically rock-heavy tracks that is going to get you hooked from the first minute. ... a high-energy rock anthem built for festivals, mosh pits, and big-stage impact. I have been listening to a lot of Feeder recently, and this song reminded me of their earlier work, so the first time I gave "Tidal Waves" a spin, I was instantly invested in it. The chorus is absolutely wonderful. It's got some lyrics that sound like they are, or have been, written for those big festival stages, to captivate the crowd and to get a shedload of energy out of people. With mosh-friendly beats and strong guitar moments, the track finishes on an absolutely strong final third with that incredibly strong aforementioned chorus, le...

French Dogs reveals their strong debut album, "Here's to Pretending"

Hailing from London, England, French Dogs make a confident first impression with their debut album, "Here's to Pretending". Following on from their sensational 2025 EP, the band then released a couple of singles which teased the impending release, and the ten-track strong album is quite the find if you are into your indie rock belters. ... French Dogs deliver a cinematic indie rock debut with "Here's to Pretending", blending jangly guitars, raw energy, and festival-ready anthems. It is a very spirited release with music that is sure to get your hairs standing on end. The opening track, titled "Broken Glass", is one of those rip-roaring indie builders that you might end up stumbling upon at a live music festival. You'll be like a deer in the headlights with this one. Amongst the singles that have been released, there are Tucker's "Having a Baby" and one of their older tracks, "Car Crash Lovers".Out of the new tracks tha...

The Kellows return with their strong AA-side single "I'll Make It Right / Sapphire"

The Kellows' double A-side single "I'll Make It Right / Sapphire" is a confident step forward for the Sheffield, England outfit. We have been constantly banging the drums about how great this band is, and this AA-side single really showcases their true potential. ... a bold Britpop-leaning double A-side that feels primed for festival stages and radio breakouts. The opening track sounds to me like peak Britpop, with charismatic guitars, strong vocals, and a solid backline that will just get you hooked from the first play. I personally adored the reverb-drenched guitar moments and the sun-drenched sounds that surround this track for its entire duration. "Sapphire" is the second side of the single and is more of an upbeat and vibrant affair, with a delicious guitar entering your head from the get-go. It's got a frantic drum beat as well, with a delightfully sing-along-worthy chorus that is sure to get thousands of people jumping up and down and singing alon...

Jay Saint James delivers the relaxing new offering, "She’s The Pope"

From Ayr, Scotland, Jay Saint James delivers "She's The Pope", which is a charming effort blending indie-pop sensibility with some cinematic tones. ... a warm, heartfelt songwriting wrapped in a beautifully polished indie-pop package. One thing that will hit you from the very start is Jay's vocals. They are just so emotive and have plenty of warmth behind them, showcasing plenty of emotion and, of course, his songwriting credentials. The soft rock tones of this song are a delight to hear, especially on a Monday when I am writing this article. It's something that can just ease you into the day and help you chill out a little bit. Co-produced with Martha McBain and mastered by David Johansson, it balances polish with raw human storytelling, all about ordinary people and their lives. If you loved what you heard here, then be sure to check out his previous tracks, as there's plenty more quality tunes where that came from. Want us to hear your music? Click here...

Aspesti shares their nostalgic new grunge tune, "Blank"

Aspesti's latest single, "Blank", is a fierce and authentic blast of alternative rock, grunge rock, and hard rock energy. Following the release of two singles earlier this year, the Finnish band are back with a blistering new effort, which is the third single from their debut album, titled "Blank". ... a raw, nostalgic grunge-rock powerhouse that feels destined for big things. If you enjoy your raw '90s grunge music with a lick of that post-Britpop rock sound similar to Feeder, you will be head over heels for this new outfit. I felt a subtle inkling when I first heard this track that this band is going to be huge. Whilst checking out their previous two songs, I noticed that they managed to achieve over 25,000 plays on Spotify for each of the previous tracks. People love what they hear so far, and this new offering is certainly going to be up there with the very best in the genre. It's refreshing, fast-paced, non-stop, and yet it still holds that nostalgi...

Brook Fox releases his stunning debut EP, "Everybody’s In Love"

Coming out of Burry Port in Wales is Brook Fox, and the artist's new EP is a four-track strong release filled with upbeat indie rock gems that sound like they are destined to be performed on the biggest stage at Reading and Leeds Festival. ... a confident, festival-ready indie rock EP from Brook Fox blending nostalgic hooks, cinematic moments, and modern guitar-driven energy. The opening cut, "Together", reminds me a lot of Vampire Weekend and Two Door Cinema Club, with the intro giving me massive throwbacks to the late 2000s music scene. The second track on the release is titled "Rome", and this, for me, is a great example of what he is all about. It's got a slow-burning intro and then erupts into a solid indie rock anthem just after the one-minute mark. If you like the sounds of Twin Atlantic and Biffy Clyro, then this is the kind of song that'll tickle your fancy. Moving into the second half of the EP, you find the track "Anywhere With You"....

SAMSARA. drop their big new tune, "IN TOO DEEP"

Coming out of New York is the brilliant and stunning SAMSARA., and the band have recently dropped their big new tune, "IN TOO DEEP". The quintet have a sound that can rival any of the big alt-rock bands that are currently dominating the worldwide music scene, and based off this track they're going to be the next big guitar band to emerge from NY since the likes of The Strokes and Interpol. ... based off this track they're going to be the next big guitar band to emerge from NY since the likes of The Strokes and Interpol The pacing of the track is great, and even from the get-go there is a somewhat danceable backline that'll no doubt have you tapping your feet. The guitar sounds on "IN TOO DEEP" are so infectious, a blend of post-punk and alt-rock with the perfect amount of fuzz to give it more depth. Vocally strong too, you have to admire this emerging band for the smooth vocal approach to the track and its clean melodies.

The XX reveal video for "On Hold (Jamie XX Remix)"

At the end of 2016, The XX announced their return and news of a new album, "I See You" with the lead single "On Hold" and the track has quickly gone on to become one of The xx’s biggest songs to date. Today, the band’s very own Jamie XX reveals his "On Hold" remix, which is his first official remix in over four years. It comes accompanied by a 'remix video' from Alasdair McLellan, who made the original 'On Hold' video Want to have your music on It's All Indie? Click here for how to do so!

DOPESICKFLY returns in style with "Side 2 Side"

Glasgow's DOPESICKFLY return in style with "Side 2 Side". The new single is the first they have released since 2022 and is an exciting breath of fresh air for me, especially. It fuses funky grooves and rap vocals with a delicate bounce of melodic pop-rock and bright indie-pop sounds that just sparkle in your ears. ... a nostalgic, genre-blending burst of energy packed with hooks, groove, and feel-good charm. For me, especially growing up in the 1990s, this reminds me a lot of those funky tunes you'd hear on sports soundtracks on the PlayStation 1. It's infectious, and those breezy vocals in the chorus are enough to win me over. It's dynamic in the way that it has the male and female vocals perfectly balanced, with soothing tones throughout, all wrapped up in this genre-blurring collection of guitars, bass, and tight drum fills. If you like alternative music, then this is going to be for you. Regardless of whether you listen to everything this track is all abou...