indie pop

Meet Hannah Judge of fanclubwallet, your new favorite indie-pop act

Hannah Judge of fanclubwallet makes indie bops for fans of emotional pop. Her debut record ‘You Have Got To Be Kidding Me’ is a love letter to the genre.

Phoenix got more creative than ever on Alpha Zulu

Thomas Mars of the iconic French indie pop band Phoenix talks the making of their seventh album ‘Alpha Zulu.’

JAWNY discusses skateboarding and why his mom is his biggest inspiration

JAWNY connected with AltPress for issue #399. During the 10 Topics conversation, the indie-pop artist talks about his greatest musical strength, his (almost) professional skateboarding career and the most important lessons he has learned so far. GREATEST MUSICAL STRENGTH I genuinely think my greatest musical strength is that I can play every instrument decently. I […]

14 modern artists who are continuing to build the legacy of indie

Short for “independent music,” indie music is a term that was coined in the ’80s to describe music outside of the mainstream and artists not signed to one of the “Big Four” labels—EMI, Sony, Universal and Warner. Read more: Lauren Hibberd delivers witty lyricism and charm on new ‘Goober’ EP However, since its inception, a […]

New Politics' David Boyd releases latest solo track "Animal"—listen

New Politics’ David Boyd is ready to have a dance party in his latest feel-good single “Animal,” featured here at Alternative Press. The track’s pop sound is infectious in all the right ways. Sonically, it also mirrors the internal emotions that Boyd felt while writing it. Read more: Revisit Green Day’s 2004 cover to celebrate […]

Jake Hays premieres new music video for breakup anthem “TATTOO”—watch

Singer, songwriter, music producer, director and actor Jake Hays is no stranger to the realm of emotionally driven music. His latest single “TATTOO” continues the pattern, focusing on the difficult stages that follow a breakup. AltPress is bringing you the premiere of the new music video. Written, performed and produced by Hays, “TATTOO” is the musician’s […]

Nolie takes an experimental approach to his music and artistry

Fresh in the indie scene, Nolie is a charming singer-songwriter and creative mastermind with a DIY perspective on both life and his work. With roots in hardcore and screamo music, his reinvention into the indie-pop world is in part thanks to the smooth R&B songs he grew up listening to. Read more: DON BROCO drop […]

Lowertown showcase a more mature sound with new single "Seaface"—listen

Lowertown are showing their musical growth and maturity ahead of their upcoming EP in the brand-new single “Seaface.” Alternative Press is bringing you a first listen of the track, along with an exclusive Q&A with the group. “Seaface” follows a similar mellow indie feel as the band’s previously released songs, including the EP’s title track […]

Good Morning announce new album and share latest single "Country"—watch

Australian indie-rock duo Good Morning have announced their new album, Barnyard, and shared its first single, “Country.”  “Country” is a mellow, indie offering that reflects on frontman Liam Parsons’ life and how it has changed from adolescence to adulthood. Read more: 11 alternative groups still playing together after a decade or more “I’m still not […]

Oberhofer delivers shimmering psychedelic sounds in "What Does It Mean To Me?"

Oberhofer wants to remind you not to take life too seriously with his new single, “What Does It Mean To Me?,” out now. Oberhofer, the musical project of frontman and founder Brad Oberhofer, has been making music for over a decade now. “What Does It Mean To Me?” is his latest song since he shared […]

Lauran Hibberd delivers witty lyricism and charm on new 'Goober' EP

Rising alternative star Lauran Hibberd is proving why her music matters with her new EP, Goober, via eOne. In a genre with so much competition for airwaves, Hibberd shines brightly with her refreshingly spunky sound and sarcastic lyricism. From “How Am I Still Alive?,” the indie-rock collab with Lydia Night of the Regrettes to the […]

15 up-and-coming solo artists to add to your playlist

In a scene chock-full of prolific bands, solo artists have often felt like a rarity. Still, that hasn’t prevented musicians such as Avril Lavigne and Olivia Rodrigo from gaining significant prominence within the alternative sphere. No surprise, the underground is brimming with soloists who are ready to take their specific genres by storm. From singer-songwriters […]

11 Twitch streamers who are also crafting their own original music

Since its creation over a decade ago, Twitch has always been a place where people can game while connecting with viewers who share their interests. While categories such as Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto and VALORANT are played by thousands upon thousands of streamers daily, another section of the platform flourishes: music.  One of the top […]

Valley take a stand against music industry pressures on “SOCIETY”–listen

Canadian Indie-pop quartet Valley have released a new single and video for “SOCIETY.” The acoustic track is a defiant statement rejecting the demands put upon musicians by the recording industry. Valley have come a long way since their 2016 EP, This Room Is White. Since then, the band put out their debut full-length in 2019, […]

Tatiana Hazel reflects on mental health in “It’s All Right”—listen

Tatiana Hazel reflects on the pandemic’s impact on her mental health in her newest track “It’s All Right.” Electric guitar riffs meld with Hazel’s silky smooth vocals to grant listeners an intimate look into her mind. The mellow indie-pop beat adds a sense of calmness that reminds listeners everything is fine and time will keep […]

10 piano parts on alternative songs that you’ll recognize right away

The emo genre is cathartic by nature, but slow songs provide an opportunity for artists to reflect even more deeply on the feelings that make us human. And somehow, even when featured alongside angst-fueled, uptempo tracks, the ballads always end up being some of the most memorable songs on their respective albums. They have this […]

Tatiana Hazel is tired of being herself in new DIY video—watch

Chicago-native Tatiana Hazel has delivered her first new solo track and official video of 2021. “Tired Of Being Myself” follows the release of her 2020 EP, DUALITY, which centered around Hazel’s resistance to being boxed into one category or label. Now the Latinx artist’s latest single highlights her DIY personality as well as her high-fashion […]

Aidan Bissett finds authentic sound in indie track “Communication”—watch

Indie-rocker Aidan Bissett wants people to start talking to each other again in his new song “Communication,” exclusively premiering with Alternative Press.  While both the song and video are breezy and light-hearted, the underlying message is much deeper. After dealing with the pandemic for over a year, the way people interact with each other has […]

10 Japanese pop-punk bands who are prominent forces in the genre

You don’t have to look back at the Hot Topic crowd’s fixation with Hello Kitty to see the influence of Japanese culture on the alternative scene. The music speaks for itself. We’ve already taken you around the Western world—from Canada to the U.K. and even out to Australia—in our examination of new, prominent forces in pop-punk music. Now, it’s time to set our […]

25 essential Fueled By Ramen albums released across their 25-year history

Fueled By Ramen has signed some of the most talented alternative bands and musicians to date. With 25 years of greatness under its belt, now is the opportune moment to look back at its incredible discography. In 1996, John Janick joined forces with Vinnie Fiorello of Less Than Jake and brought the label to life. […]
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