Australian duo, SALARYMEN release shimmering new single ‘Borrowed Time’ . As the final track on the extended version of their debut album ‘Take It Or Leave It’ , this track is a master stroke in how to write a deep and meaningful song, that doesn’t detract from the punch of a chorus. In February, the rock outfit supported fellow Aussies DMA’s on their UK tour. It’s no wonder, when ‘Borrowed Time’ resembles a stark likeness to indie contemporaries Wolf Alice and Blossoms . Th

2025 didn't just bring us some incredible albums and some defining releases from the biggest voices in the Indie world, it also uncovered a slew of exciting new voices who we believe are in for a huge 2026. From scrappy Indie Rock youngsters to bands who are on the crest of a wave ready to plunge into their debut albums, here's an unordered list of acts you need to watch out for this year. søftbleach Reminiscent of early 2000s alt rock, ‘fight or flight’  holds a temper force

Philadelphia-based artist, Julia Pratt , also known as JULITH , disembarks from the Indie - Acoustic inspirations of her previous discography with recent EP ‘Right From Left’ . With a refreshed aesthetic to match her evolving sound, Julia explores Electro-Pop , R&B and Rock sounds, whilst maintaining her signature angst. Each track stretches outward, building high-energy soundscapes that resist confinement to a single genre.   Title track ‘Right From Left’ kicks off the EP

SALYA ’s voice becomes the comfort we didn’t know we needed in her latest single ‘TALK’ . Described by SALYA herself as ‘a love letter to introverts’, the up-and-coming Indie-Alternative Pop singer perfectly captures the introvert experience in a spotlight-driven world. SALYA makes it clear that she ‘doesn’t want to talk right now’, but she doesn’t have to, this single says everything we need to hear. Building up from subdued restraint, the track rises to a raw, emotional rel

Fiona-Lee is a pioneering force in the indie music scene at the moment, as she expertly translates her personal struggles into songs that evoke a strong emotional response from her fans. With reclaiming power and validating experiences at the forefront of her lyricism, her fiercely independent spirit is nothing short of inspirational.  With her sophomore EP ‘Every Woman’ set for release on April 14th, we caught up with Fiona to chat about how her own experiences shaped the pr

The time has come to start planning your festival schedule for 2026! Here's some of our favourites where you can discover your new favourite artist... Photo Credit: Kendal Calling 2025 Sound City - Liverpool (2nd-3rd May) Liverpool's city festival always provides one of the best venue hopping experiences and always guarantees new music discovery. The 2026 line up features some of the most talked about newcomers from the world of Indie and Post-Punk including Keo , Westside Co

Mary Middlefield’s  sophomore album, ‘Will You Take Me As I Am?’ , explores the complexities of identity, relationships and validation. Finding catharsis in creativity, her album was released on March 6 th  and has garnered significant praise and visibility.  Photo Credit: Valeria Shashenok The first track of the album, ‘Ladida’ , opens with a beautiful string composition and layered vocal harmonies, leading into Mary Middlefield’s  heartfelt lyricism. Drawing on a previous l

‘ How To Exist ’ is a sucker punch of an introduction to The Clockworks’  second album, ‘The Entertainment ’. An unfiltered stream of consciousness, the opening track is upbeat and with the final lyric ‘I’m looking for something to believe in’, quickly sets the backdrop of the album. ‘ Best Days ’ follows and is a quick shift in sound and pace. The slowly chugging verses bleed into an anthemic chorus, creating a track that feels effortless and yet carefully crafted, a highlig

There is a delicious irony in watching one of the most abrasive bands in the UK right now perform in a room bathed in neon pink. Last Thursday, Mandy, Indiana took to the Yes Bar Pink Room stage for the opening night of the BBC Radio 6 music festival delivering a performance that solidified their status as the definitive torchbearers of European noise rock. Mandy, Indiana (BBC 6 Music) Following a blisteringly high-octane support act in Silverwingkiller , the Manchester/ Berl