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  • Listening Now : Defiant – Seen The End

    Defiant unleash a relentless blend of punk rock and heavy metal on Seen The End, delivering crushing riffs, thunderous rhythms, and anthemic vocals with uncompromising intensity. The track thrives on raw energy, balancing aggressive instrumentation with memorable hooks that make every chorus hit harder than the last. Built for packed clubs and sweat-soaked stages, its no-nonsense attitude and driving momentum never let up. Fierce, explosive, and unapologetically loud, Seen The End is a powerful showcase of Defiant’s ability to fuse punk urgency with metal muscle.

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  • Listening Now : Phuoniex – remember when

    Phuoniex delivers a beautifully intimate blend of indie folk and alternative pop on remember when, wrapping heartfelt storytelling in warm acoustic guitars, delicate melodies, and emotionally rich vocals. Rooted in nostalgia and shaped by reflections on love, loss, and the passing of time, the track unfolds with quiet grace, allowing its sincerity to shine through every lyric. Its understated arrangement enhances the emotional weight without ever feeling overstated. Tender, authentic, and deeply affecting, remember when is a poignant reminder that the people we lose continue to shape who we become.

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  • Icarus Fell – Mad World (Tears for Fears Cover)

    Born in Detroit’s vibrant underground scene, Icarus Fell crafts a sound that is as profound as it is rebellious. The band seamlessly fuses heavy Alternative Rock energy while staying rooted in their gritty origins. Unmoved by fleeting musical trends, Icarus Fell continues to carve out their own distinct path.

    This is a very interesting cover of Mad World (originally written by Tears for Fears). I really like it because it’s rearranged in a more aggressive way but in some way keeping the spirit of the original. It’s amazingly performed by the band and with a perfect production as well. A top-notch cover. The song is part of the playlist Rock Rotation. 

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  • Listening Now : Julian Hunt – Golden

    Julian Hunt crafts an irresistible blend of alternative pop and synth-pop on Golden, pairing shimmering synths, driving guitars, and polished production with an emotionally engaging vocal performance. The track balances infectious hooks with heartfelt lyricism, creating a nostalgic yet contemporary sound that feels equally suited for late-night drives and festival singalongs. Rich melodies, cinematic textures, and an uplifting atmosphere make Golden an instantly memorable listen. Confident, vibrant, and beautifully produced, it’s a sparkling showcase of Julian Hunt’s flair for emotionally resonant modern pop songwriting.

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  • Listening Now : Halcyon Club – Young

    Halcyon Club deliver a stirring slice of alternative rock with Young, combining soaring guitars, dynamic rhythms, and emotionally charged vocals into a powerful meditation on growing older and embracing life’s impermanence. Recorded in a secluded cabin, the track radiates an organic warmth that enhances its reflective atmosphere, while its anthemic choruses and melodic depth strike a perfect balance between introspection and catharsis. Honest, evocative, and beautifully crafted, Young showcases Halcyon Club’s ability to turn deeply personal themes into an unforgettable alternative rock anthem.

     

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  • Sick Of It All singer Lou Koller dead at 59

    Lou Koller, the singer with New York hardcore veterans Sick Of It All, has died at the age of 59.

    The band announced the news via a statement on social media, saying: “It’s with unbelievable sadness that we announce to our worldwide hardcore family the passing of our brother Lou Koller. The level of loss that we feel at this time is overwhelming.

    “This year would have marked Sick Of It All’s 40th anniversary as a band, and Lou’s camaraderie, commitment and enthusiasm were always steadfast throughout the years.

    “We have lost a beloved friend and an iconic frontman. Lou had the power to raise everyone’s spirits at our shows with a smile and a sarcastic comment, and he won people over wherever we played, from every culture and every corner of the world.”

    Koller, who formed Sick Of It All with his guitarist brother Pete in 1986, revealed in 2024 that doctors had found a tumour in his oesophagus, forcing the band to cancel a tour. Following his original announcement, more than $200,000 was donated to a GoFundMe campaign for his treatment.

    The singer was told his was cancer free in May 2025, but revealed the following September that the disease had returned.

    Lou and Pete Koller formed Sick Of It All in Queens in 1986. releasing a self-titled seven-inch single the following year and becoming regulars at New York club CBGB.

    The band released two albums, 1989’s Blood, Sweat And No Tears and 1992‘s Just Look Around, on the independent label Relatively before being signed to major label EastWest for 1994’s breakthrough Scratch The Surface.

    SOIA released 12 albums in total, with the most recent being 2018’s Wake The Sleeping Dragon!.

    Paying tribute to Koller in their statement, the band said: “His battle is over now and he can finally rest. Hopefully he can somehow still see and feel the beautiful, positive mark he left on the world.”

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  • Listening Now : Soda Grove – Take a Bath

    Soda Grove unleash a riotous slice of indie rock with Take a Bath, a hook-packed anthem that thrives on fuzzy garage guitars, punchy rhythms, and an unapologetically rebellious spirit. Blending infectious melodies with bursts of raw, cathartic energy, the track shifts effortlessly between laid-back verses and explosive choruses, mirroring its playful refusal to conform. Its sharp songwriting and dynamic vocal delivery give the song both personality and staying power. Loud, witty, and irresistibly fun, Take a Bath is indie rock with attitude, heart, and plenty of grit.

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  • Listening Now : Ben Neill – Lonesome Wood

    Ben Neill‘s Lonesome Wood is a mesmerizing fusion of modern classical, ambient, and electro-acoustic experimentation. Built around haunting Mahler-inspired string motifs, the piece unfolds through the expressive voice of Neill’s pioneering Mutantrumpet and the rich, lyrical bass work of John Conte, creating an atmosphere that is both cinematic and deeply immersive. The composition balances darkness with elegance, evolving patiently through layers of texture and resonance. Boldly inventive yet emotionally resonant, Lonesome Wood stands as a captivating example of contemporary instrumental music at its most evocative.

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  • Listening Now : Scivic Rivers – Golden Age of Technique

    Scivic Rivers delivers a compelling blend of indie rock and alternative folk on Golden Age of Technique, pairing thoughtful songwriting with warm, organic instrumentation and understated emotional depth. Balancing introspective lyricism with memorable melodies, the track unfolds at an unhurried pace, allowing its expressive vocals and textured arrangement to shine. Equal parts reflective and quietly infectious, it carries a timeless quality that rewards repeated listens. Honest, intelligent, and beautifully crafted, Golden Age of Technique showcases Scivic Rivers’ gift for transforming life’s complexities into captivating songcraft.

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  • Meshuggah drop remastered editions of ‘Destroy Erase Improve’ & ‘Catch Thirtythree’

    Via Reigning Phoenix Music, celebrating two landmark albums from their influential catalog

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