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Monico Blonde unveil shimmering new track "When Girls Cry"

Posted by Fred Bambridge on April 23, 2018

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The Night and The Dirty reveals their new single, "Little Girl"

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...

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 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!

Blake Baker shares the cinematic new single "We Night Owls"

Based in England, Blake Baker delivers "We Night Owls", which is a cinematically stunning track. The opening sequence is a pure delight for my ears. The guitar tone is just stunning, and as soon as Blake's vocals come in, you'll be bowled over. ... a cinematic, emotive indie gem blending stunning guitar work, heartfelt vocals, and atmospheric warmth. What really hit me is that before the first minute is over, you have literally heard the highlights of the track. You have heard his crisp vocals, the tight percussion, the cinematic melodies, and the warmth of the guitar. The whole track is wrapped in this glowing hug, almost. It feels like an old friend has come back into life and has made it better again. It's moody, emotive, and has got cinematic touches left, right, and centre. Recorded with Biddy Lockett in his Northampton studio, this song captures the tension between an artist's ambition and their everyday responsibility, which is something that a lot of m...

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"....

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...

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...

Strange Divine drops their debut single, "Buried Deep"

Based in Birmingham, England, Strange Divine makes a striking introduction with the debut single "Buried Deep". Atmospheric and operatic entrance with a delightful electronic tone being reverbed out before some gentle vocals come caressing the track. ... Strange Divine’s "Buried Deep" is a haunting, atmospheric debut blending operatic electronics, moody guitars, and emotionally gripping vocals. The backline on this is tight, with a deep and moody guitar tone in the background, ebbing away. You should be hooked away before the first minute has even come. It's mysterious and has lots of hooks to draw you in, with the emotional vocals beckoning you forward with every second that goes by. You are rewarded, and by the time the track is finished, you will be deeply invested in Strange Divine. For a debut track, this is nothing short of sensational, and I am now waiting for more tracks to drop from this emerging act. Want us to hear your music? Click here to submit...

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.

Ladbreaks shares the genre-blending track, "Lad 2000"

London, United Kingdom-based collective Ladbreaks continue to push musical boundaries with "Lad 2000". The new track is an incredibly vibrant piece with a bright opening, quirky guitar lines, addictive drum beats, and some rapping vocals buried in the background. ... a genre-blurring groove-heavy jam that hooks you from the first bar and doesn’t let go. To me, this sounds like the perfect fusion of jazz, rap, and funk grooves, all laced with that indie rock underpinning that got me incredibly invested in the track by the time the first minute had finished. The rhythms in this are incredibly tight, and that main guitar hook was absolutely sizzling in my ears. I was humming it along for hours after the song had finished. It is a largely instrumental track, minus the rap in the background. This is certainly a track that I feel can easily transcend languages and genres and will grip anybody who wishes to listen to it. Want us to hear your music? Click here to submit your musi...