Anthony Scanga
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Studio One
Mac Demarco brought his latest tour to Omaha, Neb on May 5. It was a whacky show to say the least.
Kai Slater, the 21-year-old behind Chicago rock bands Lifeguard, Sharp Pins and Silver Dolls, is also a publisher. His "Hallogallo" zine, now in its 12th issue, is a love letter to doing it yourself.
Weird Nightmare's "Hoopla" bursts with fuzzy hooks and infectious indie‑punk charm. It's a bold new sonic leap for the ex-METZ frontman, Alex Edkins.
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Friko’s "Something Worth Waiting For" has serious heart. This record is proof that Chicago has yet another band leading the indie rock charge in 2026. -
Lime Garden’s "Maybe Not Tonight" has indie charm, dance‑floor nerves, late‑night chaos and big feelings wrapped in glittery, off‑kilter pop confidence. -
Jeff Roalson and Trevor Polk of the Iowa City indie band Halfloves reflect on a decade of bandhood and their landmark self-titled album.
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Lala Lala's fifth studio album, Heaven 2, is her most electronic sound yet. -
The songs on Sam Beam’s sixth outing for Sub Pop (and eighth overall) are bound to thaw the frozen ground. -
Mitski's eighth studio album Nothing's About To Happen To Me is here. It's a love letter to cat ladies and homebodies everywhere, and one of her best albums to date. -
Jinnouchi Power, Des Moines’ musical electric company, returns with their third album, ‘Home.,’ They’ll debut the album at xBk Live Feb. 21, with openers Clip Clop and Spectral Serpent. -
Mumford & Sons' sixth studio album Prizefighter is here and it checks the boxes for fans and those looking for some wholesome folk rock. -
Ratboys' sixth album, Singin’ to an Empty Chair, is an eclectic listen that shows the band is ready for the big leagues. It's also an album that gets better with each listen. -
Arctic Monkeys' debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not turns 20 this week. It proved to be a critical and commercial hit for the band, establishing them as the next big thing.
