ALBUM REVIEWS
Contention channel the unhinged spirit of old-school metallic hardcore into one of the nastiest EPs of 2026.
God’s Hate returns from hiatus with three tracks of metallic hardcore, including a powerful tribute to late Harm’s Way guitarist Bo Lueders.
Nick Andrea puts a blues-soaked spin on classics from Billy Idol, ZZ Top, Eric Clapton, and Dire Straits on his new EP, Delorian Delusions.
Carter Fox transforms four instrumental tracks into a cinematic synthwave journey that is as immersive as it is unforgettable.
Rayhan previews his upcoming sophomore album Kerið with the hard-hitting "2014" and the introspective "Part 2: Love & Distance."
Scott Moran's Sixth of the Six is a fearless, genre-spanning album that blends alternative rock, Americana, indie, folk, and electronic influences into one unforgettable listen.
Young Lovers expand their cinematic post-rock and shoegaze sound on The Circle's End, led by the emotionally soaring new single “Silver Lining Lost.”
Cloud Studies blur the lines between shoegaze, darkwave, and post punk on their immersive self titled EP, crafting a dreamlike listening experience that rewards repeat visits.
Quiet as a Mouse strips everything back on Nostalgia is fine…but…, delivering an intimate collection of indie folk and rock songs built on heartfelt storytelling and unfiltered emotion.
JURAMENTO's Superstitions blends crushing riffs, soaring emotion, and dynamic songwriting into one of the year's most promising heavy music releases.
Talking With Hands and Telefone turn life’s chaos into riff-heavy catharsis on The Shit, a split EP packed with sarcasm, swagger, and surprisingly seamless chemistry.
Forever Could Never Be reimagines Kallai's We Are Forever through a collection of atmospheric, genre-spanning remixes.
Cook Allender channels the soul of classic rock, blues, and Americana into a debut album packed with grit, swagger, and massive riffs.
Tim Atlas melts psych-pop, R&B, funk, and indie grooves into one effortlessly smooth late-night soundtrack on Reverso.
A slow-burning debut that turns 14 years of silence into something immersive, patient, and fully realized.
Fuzz Panic finds Armand Popa locked in, pushing his sound further without losing the raw edge that makes it hit.
Liminal hits hard and proves Every Waking Moment are built for more than just the moment.
A hook-driven alt rock record built for movement, Pimmer’s Trans Am blends early 2000s nostalgia with a modern edge that sticks.
A raw, focused EP that blends emo, grunge, and alt rock into five tight tracks with zero wasted space.
A patient, deeply felt return that turns heartbreak into something both familiar and quietly devastating.
A tranquil blend of lo-fi textures, piano melodies, and deep house rhythms that turns Echoterrium into an immersive listening experience.
A groove-heavy rock record packed with bluesy guitar swagger, punchy bass lines, and dive-bar attitude.
A hook packed debut EP that proves The Paradox know exactly how to bring pop punk’s loud, chaotic spirit back to life.
Oklahoma’s silent collision transforms everyday hum into immersive, meditative sound on Air Vent Lullabies.
Riverside, California’s Loser Demon blends punk urgency, massive guitars and inventive indie rock across six wildly satisfying tracks on EP3.