indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Psykyos Unleashes “Cynicism”
A Rising Force in Symphonic Prog Metal Psykyos is an emerging symphonic progressive metal band from India, and they are already commanding attention on the global stage. Their latest single, “Cynicism”, released on August 8, 2025, is part of their debut EP Echoes Within.
By mysoundMusic5 months ago in Beat
When Talent is Non-Existent
When I saw Sam Spinelli's challenge, asking us to name and shame our five least favourite songs, I got very excited. I can be a grumpy, judgemental, opinionated ass at the best of times (ask Ruth, the good lady wife!), but when it comes to music, I've learned to try and keep schtum when I think something is terrible. All because I'm just trying to be a better person (My Name is Earl opening ref, anyone?).
By Paul Stewart5 months ago in Beat
Lisa SQ Channels Playful Panic on New Single “Cold Little Fingers”
Where do your thoughts go when the lights go out? For Hamilton-based indie rock artist Lisa SQ, that restless, liminal space between dreaming and waking becomes the playground for her deliriously raw new single, “Cold Little Fingers.” Equal parts chaotic and charming, the track captures the late-night jitter of a mind caught between imagination and panic, where whispered voices, pounding hearts, and childhood monsters swirl together in the dark. The song feels like a sonic portrait of insomnia: a place where fear, humor, and exhilaration collide.
By Chris Adams5 months ago in Beat
Mifarma Unveils Haunting New Single “The Five Stages of Grief”
Listen in here: https://open.spotify.com/album/0VX8kmfmBOca2IcCTBp1bD?si=TObfKB4oQb2rdgCNJum3rg New York-based artist Danielle Alma Ravitzki, performing under her evocative alter ego Mifarma, premieres her latest single, “The Five Stages of Grief” — a stunning and contemplative piece that immerses listeners in the complex terrain of loss, transformation, and renewal. At once delicate and unflinching, the track highlights Ravitzki’s rare ability to merge confessional lyrics with rich, layered instrumentation, creating a soundscape that feels both deeply personal and profoundly universal.
By Chris Adams5 months ago in Beat
Raphaela Shares Glorious New Single "Bittersweet"
Lebanese Canadian artist Raphaela returns with her new single Bittersweet, a pop ballad that lingers in the delicate space between longing and serenity. Romantic yet restrained, nostalgic yet accepting, the song captures the paradox of love that does not endure yet transforms us all the same. With her signature blend of cinematic production and emotionally fearless songwriting, Raphaela turns memory into melody, crafting a track that invites listeners to revisit their own tender moments of connection, loss, and grace.
By Chris Adams5 months ago in Beat
d4vd: The Rise of David Anthony Burke, Beyond Rumors and Viral Searches
The internet moves fast. In the age of TikTok trends and overnight fame, artists like David Anthony Burke, better known as d4vd, have emerged as powerful voices in the music industry. But along with fame comes another side of online culture: viral misinformation.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Beat
Lil' Red & The Rooster's New Album 7 is a Joyous Journey Through Blues and Beyond
Lil’ Red & The Rooster, aka Jennifer "Lil' Red" Milligan and Pascal Fouquet, have been making music together for more than a decade, carving out a space where traditional blues meets sly jazz swing, gospel uplift and retro soul warmth.
By Whitney Miller5 months ago in Beat
Finding Harmony in Hardship: An Interview with 16-Year-Old Independent Musician Sajad Abdi Toa
Introduction In recent years, the global music scene has welcomed an extraordinary wave of young talents from unexpected corners of the world. One such rising voice is Sajad Abdi Toa, a 16-year-old independent musician from Ardabil, Iran. His story is not just about creating music—it is about resilience, independence, and the courage to transform pain into art.
By Amir Shams5 months ago in Beat
