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by Rebecca Tregaskis ‘Being political doesn’t just mean going to a protest it means engaging with your community.’ - Liberation Live photo credits: @max1mus_551, @carahw.photography, @thanh.shaw.21 Last week I jumped onto a rush hour train from London to Brighton. Just outside the city, on the University of Sussex campus, Liberation Live was starting up for the night. Started by the student union as a way to engage students with music and politics, each event hosts an array

by Alex Short With the release of her newest single, "I Think I Lied," Melanie Herrera offers a glimpse into her debut album, A Fearful & Wondrous Thing, out on May 28. Herrera may have already gained attention with her viral "Nepo Baby Vocal Warm-ups," but the New York City-based singer-songwriter's music feels much more personal than an internet-driven trend. "I Think I Lied" gives a playful, dramatic twist on emotional contradiction and romantic uncertainty. The track bala

by Sara Ramirez Brighton’s rising alt-rock group Larlin continues impressing listeners with their new release, Sondheim. At its core, the track delves into the effects of a person becoming so disconnected from themselves that they rely on other’s perceptions of themselves. Artwork: Olivia Ruggiero With lyrics like “I try and focus on a feeling, but I am hiding in the motions, staying safe on the sideline” Sondheim transforms feelings of detachment into something communal, let

by Rebecca Tregaskis Bochum Parkway are back with their new single New Times Coming releasing this Bank Holiday Monday. It follows their debut single Born to Pretend which dropped late last year after supporting Montello at a sold-out Record Junkee with This Feeling. Their debut tangled up a nostalgic feel to it which has carried on into New Times Coming. Photo credits: Freya Elizabeth It’s been a busy time for the Sheffield based band, joining The Upcoming Network’s managem

by Ella McGivern Radiator are exciting. The London 5 piece played their latest headline show at The Victoria, Dalston, last Thursday night and the vibes were electric. With support from The Draize and irisworm, the east London pub had a night full of great crowds and support. I love this venue and even having been here before, I still get excited walking through the bookshelf (yes, an actual bookshelf) to the stage! The show was held following the release week of the band’s n

by Rebecca Tregasksis On collaborating as a band, releasing their debut single and being in the Liverpool music scene Photo by: Max Jones A new band has entered the music scene. Releasing their debut single Played Your Part just four months after forming, Parkway are striving for a place within the British indie scene. Created in the winter of 2025, the Liverpool based band consists of frontman Alex, lead guitarist Lewis, bassist/backing vocalist Emily and drummer Toby. I

by Olivia Hanson Photo by Fred Siegel With summer right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how it’s going to sound. It may be hard to top 2024’s Brat summer, but it’s looking like it could be a Y2K summer this year. The world is currently obsessing over artists like Zara Larsson, whose bright, tropical color palette shines through in her music. But there’s one duo who has truly taken the nostalgia game to the next level. After is an LA-based pop/trip-hop ban

by Rebecca Tregasksis photos via Casablanca Drivers Casablanca Drivers’ new album Protocol drops this Friday and it embraces a dancefloor-driven sound. It marks the band’s third self-produced album, and their second under prestigious Mexican Independent label Arts and Crafts México. Originally from Corsica, now settled in Paris, Casablanca Drivers blur dance rhythms with indie rock to curate a sleek electronic sound. The indie electronic band recruited producer NIT (Sebastien

by Lauren Chenette photo by Eleala MINOE’s latest single “Foghorns” continues to carve out a compelling space for the Nova Scotia-born artist, blending emotional depth with a sleek, club-ready edge. Following the momentum of “Loophole,” this new release leans further into her signature contrast: glossy, DNB-inspired production paired with lyrics that confront some heavier emotional terrain. At its core, “Foghorns” captures the quiet pull of returning to places and people tha

by Rebecca Tregasksis photo by frame shift productions Welsh indie-rock band Crime Scene have just released their latest single Softspot , a track that’s been five years in the making. Written by lyricist Peter Taylor at 16 and played across the band’s live shows, it has now finally been released on streaming platforms. Softspo t carries a weighted story, told through a textured production and vulnerable lyricism. Taylor, when discussing the song via Instagram, stated that

by Rebecca Tregaskis In-between 60s rock ‘n’ roll and 90s shoegaze you’ll find Waterpistol, an up-and-coming band from South-Wales. Having recently been awarded the BBC Horizons’ 2026 launchpad fund, the six-piece have returned with She Flies, the latest single off their upcoming EP Hey Harry . Gaining influence from artists such as The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Shack and The La’s, Waterpistol melts together the swagger of golden-age rock ‘n’ roll with hazy textures from 9

words and photos by Cherry Mac It’s been said before, and it’ll be said again: MARIS is the next big pop star you should be watching. Currently on her MARIS Goes to College Tour, this pop artist is commanding the room with her incredible stage presence while simultaneously building community with each fan in her audience. Despite the Spring heat, MARIS called for the crowd to come together and join hands with one another before performing “Chameleon”, a song about insecuritie

by Rebecca Tregaskis The music scene is having a stunning year so far. From artists that have been quietly growing to ones that have just come onto the scene, some of the most creative and fresh work to come out of 2026 has been from female musicians. Here are five acts we've chosen from the UK and Ireland you need on your radar. Sade Olutola #1 Sade Olutola With her debut EP Arrow Heart released in February, Sade Olutola is already making a name for herself – earning a 5/5

by Lauren Chenette Radiator are back with their new single “Carnival” out this Friday April 17, 2026. It marks the band’s first new material since the release of their debut EP Glass broke into the Top 40 of the Official Vinyl Singles Chart late last year, an impressive milestone that they followed with a six-date tour. “Carnival” leans into a groove-driven, indie, post-punk sound, drawing clear inspiration from 80s icons like The Fall and Echo & The Bunnymen while folding

by Lauren Chenette photo via Serena Mary Serena Mary’s latest single, “There Is Love,” is a quietly powerful addition to her growing catalog, further cementing her place within the emerging wave of pop-soul artists. Rooted in themes of connection and emotional clarity, the track shifts focus from romantic love to something often overlooked but just as vital: friendship. From the opening moments, there’s a warmth that feels both intimate and expansive. Subtle jazz textures wea

words and photos by Andrea Garcia On the second Atlanta night of her Hayley Williams at a Bachelorette Party tour, Hayley Williams turned the Tabernacle into an emotional, intimate, and unforgettable space. Though the venue made the night feel deeply personal, Williams performed with the kind of presence that could easily fill an arena. Still, that closeness is what made this show so special. In a room as beloved as the Tabernacle, every lyric and every reaction felt magnifie

by Sara Ramierz There’s a vibrant energy at the heart of We Exist in Transit – and it’s exactly what makes Feverjaw so compelling right now. Prior to the release, Feverjaw have earned airtime on major stations like Radio X, BBC, and Amazing Radio, while their singles “Midsommar” and “Brightburn” have gained major playlist traction. Their growing recognition carries into We Exist in Transit, where their talent and ambition is felt all around. We Exist in Transit, the band’s re

by Lauren Chenette album artwork Holly Humberstone’s Cruel World feels like the sound of an artist stepping into her confidence, and having a surprisingly good time doing it. The UK singer-songwriter’s third album, released April 10, 2026, builds on the emotional intimacy of her previous album while opening things up into something brighter, bolder, and more immediately pop-facing. Where Paint My Bedroom Black leaned into moody introspection, Cruel World shifts toward a mor

by Rebecca Tregaskis Photo Credits: Stay Focused Photography Brook Fox has just dropped his new single Rome into his discography, and it won’t disappoint the indie pop/rock fans. Filled with a soaring guitar sound and drums alongside powerhouse vocals, Rome is a classic indie tune. Brook, an artist from South-West Wales, who started song-writing throughout the 2020 pandemic and has been steadily finding his sound since. With his last single Together being supported by B

by Rebecca Tregaskis Wuzy Bambussy, a UK-based duo, have released their new single Late Libation and it delivers an infectious and almost spell-like sound. The West Country pair, which consists of producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Nikolai Jones and vocalist Kat Harrison, create an electric atmosphere with their music. The pair blur genres such as funk, rock, and indie, crafting a sound that pulls you into a spinning rhythm. Their latest single carries this and