"Brothers in Christ" is a split EP from the two midwestern noise rock merchants, Nerver and Chat Pile. Released in April 2023, the record combines the unique and brutal approach of two of the most remarkable bands to emerge from the underground scene in the past few years.

Released on May 5, Savage Dreams is the third single from six-piece band Day Sleeper, whose debut album, ‘Everything Is’, launches on July 14. Hailing from Leith, Edinburgh, Day Sleeper cite Scottish post-rock bands Mogwai and The Twilight Sad as their main inspirations for the new single, which offers an introspective exploration of anxiety through both vocal and instrumental talent.

Hailing from Derby, Marsielle are lighting up the UK indie rock scene this summer with the release of their newest FREEDOM EP. Perfect for fans of hazy indie rock reminiscent of sunshine and the 90s Manchester scene, the young band have already been singled out as ones to watch and for good reason. The EP is bursting of energy and is evident of the love the band have for the music they’re making which fans will find is extremely infectious, it would be hard to listen to these tracks without a smile on your face.

Kara Rhodes’ second single “Take Me Back” makes true of what her music has been described as: “intimate and relatable”. The song describes a relationship that lasted during a summer, and while there was hope it could, promises of marriage and devotion were made to be ultimately broken. The sunny, acoustic guitar strings and beats go together quite well, and matches the lyrics and feel of a hot summer.

Foo Fighters has finally made their long-awaited return on the 19th of April 2023. The band released their first single titled Rescued since the unfortunate passing of the Foo’s long-time drummer Taylor Hawkins in March 2022, whilst the band were touring in South America

Young Father’s two sold out nights at Academy Glasgow are a sucker punch reminder of their genre- defying artistry, and why they remain one of Scotland’s most distinctive and beloved alternative acts. Read all about it here.

Voodoo Daddy’s is unassuming. On a Thursday night in late March, the music venue is quiet, with the exception of glass clinking at the bar and cutlery clashing in the kitchen. On Timberhill in Norwich’s city centre, the venue doubles up as a gig space and pizza joint, and on the 31 st , it housed approximately 50 young folk gathered to see Norfolk’s own Alexander Carson (they/them), and their band, the dot dot dots… At this, the final leg of their tour, Carson’s show is a promotion of his latest album, The Idiot. The album, released in October 2022, is an exploration of overcoming personal demons, the mundane, and quiet love.

Side Of The Bed, by Birmingham artist Kate B’mand, is out on 28th April. Social media and live events have extended her audience, and this long-awaited release will certainly be a success

British metal has recently found a rich vein of form. Rising stars of the scene Heriot return with a new single designed to push boundaries and move the genre forward.

Oblivious, I’m oblivious! Young Rising Sons released their track Oblivious off of the band’s latest EP titled Young. Young Rising Sons are an American alternative rock band formed in 2010 with roots originating from Red Bank, New Jersey, United States.

The local band is a special thing. It’s a beautiful ode to youthful optimism, where your biggest fan is your best pal, and if you’re lucky one of the most honest and humble musical experiences you can come across. The Exhales tick the boxes, but in their 40 minutes on stage it’s clear that they believe they can offer more.

Following the five years since the release of their last album, it was difficult to know what to expect from the Illinoisan rock band. 2018's Mania was a departure from their usual sound, receiving mixed reviews. So Much (For) Stardust is a welcome step back from this era, closer to the sound that they're known for, but with a twist.

Stylised as CHVRLI BLVCK, Charli Black is a singer-songwriter from London living in the New Forest. Since he started releasing music in mid 2022, Black’s style has become recognisable for its raw, vulnerable lyrics, quickly attracting fans as he has amassed over4,800 monthly Spotify listeners so far. Read all about it here.

OCEXNS are the type of band that listeners instantly won’t be able to get enough of. The Scottish four-piece create delectable indie rock, filled with buzzing riffs and catchy hooks. Heading in a direction which will surely shake up the Scottish indie-rock scene, their new single ‘Under the Wire’ epitomises what the band is about; solid, good tunes.

Formed in 2018, indie rock supergroup Boygenius consists of individual artists Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, all hailing from the US. Not Strong Enough came out as a single on March 1, and is the first track on their second album, the record, released on March 31. With its striking lyrics, rousing bridge and effortless blend of vocals, Not Strong Enough is, ironically, an impressively strong start to the record

Independent 4-piece The Accolades have arrived on all streaming platforms everywhere with their debut single ‘Inhale’. The Accolades have been gracing ears from Glasgow to Aberdeen (and back) since the hangover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read all about it here.

Katerina’s first independent single ‘Ballad of a Hollywood Dreamer’ released on the 15th of March is a captivating slow indie track that plays with your emotions, the melancholic guitar accompanied with her beautiful ethereal vocals tell a story of a girl living inside a movie forever after pining after the life of an actress and stepping into the tv screen. Read all about it here.

On the 13th of October 2022, The Arcs released their lead single Keep on Dreamin’ off their second album Electrophonic Chronic. The Arcs is an American garage rock band formed by Black Keys frontman Dan Auerbach in 2015. Electrophonic Chronic is an exciting project that features The Arcs’ original line-up of Auerbach, Leon Michel, Homer Steinweiss, Nick Movshon and the late Richard Swift.

Scottish group The Phantom Project formed in 2019, playing their first gig when venues began reopening for live music in 2021. Read all about the latest show at McChuills in Glasgow here.