As they anticipate the release of their debut album, ‘Masquerade’ , on the 13th of February 2026, we spoke with Irish up-and-comers Cardinals . The Cork-based outfit masterfully entangle gritty traditional Rock music with complex stories that stick true to the band’s Irish roots. With four fantastic singles from the album already released via So Young Records, ‘Masquerade ’ promises melodic Folk and traditional Rock that has an unforgettably modern shine. Themes of identit

London’s rebellious trio, Dream Nails , have been at the forefront of feminist and queer punk, igniting a new wave of music and storming over those who doubt them. Having shifted their sound into a slightly more considered and nuanced direction for their upcoming debut record ( OUT ON MARSHALL RECORDS 6 FEB 2026), we can't wait to see what it has in store. This new album, ‘You Wish’ is an exploration of an undiscovered dark cave, full of insight and emotion and like always,

Discover some of the best new music from emerging artists in Liverpool, Manchester and all the beautiful places in between! Ty Freeman A singer songwriter with all the sensibilities and passion of Rock and Roll, Ty Freeman emerged as an exciting new act in Liverpool last year. What will instantly grab you when listening to his three singles is the raw, raspy power of his vocals. They elevate each line to become a heartfelt exclamation. ‘One Way Love’ has a seductive high en

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. Basht This year we've seen a much deserved rise in appreciation for talent coming from

The last 12 months months has produced some incredible albums, from scorching debuts announcing some of the best new acts to albums cementing artists as true greats. From Indie Rock to Post Punk to Folk Pop and more, here's our countdown of our 50 favourite albums of 2025. Adult Leisure - The Things You Don't Know Yet Bristol Alt-Rockers Adult Leisure burst back onto the scene with their jazz-tinged, nostalgia-ridden debut album, ‘The Things You Don’t Know Yet’ . It’s an alb

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

Playing the final night of their 2025 ‘Songs for the Spine’ tour, The Royston Club took to the stage at Mountford Hall on December 13th. Having sold out every date of their UK tour this year, The Royston Club ended their performances in their home from home, Liverpool. Originally from Wrexham, the Indie band have taken the UK’s music scene by storm, playing festival after festival and heading out on an extensive run of UK and EU tour dates in 2026. Finding huge success fo

One of the standout alt. rock bands of the last decade, Wolf Alice recently released their fourth album, 'The Clearing' . The London-based band have grown from supporting small gigs in 2010, to an arena tour around the UK.  The new album, 'The Clearing' , showcases the duality of their music, ranging from the dreamlike atmosphere of 'Just Two Girls',  to the adrenaline-charged 'White Horses'.  Their songs range from intense and dramatic to delicate and eerie.  Photo Credit:

Danny’s Always Late  had the whole scene of Artefact  bouncing and anticipating their every note. The four piece drags you into a sphere of Shoegaze, Indie and a fresh new take on Punk, curating a vibrant and luscious new sound. The quartet has such unwavering energy and immersive music that you feel a part of the musical experience they take you for. Photo Credit: Thea Radford They begin their set with ‘Drunk Kisses’, their skilled techniques and textured sound comes across