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Emerging from Los Angeles in 2018, alexsucks have built a reputation on infectious garage rock riffs, dance-punk grooves and an unapologetically carefree attitude that feels equally indebted to punk pioneers like The Clash and the sleazy swagger of early-2000s indie rock. Fronted by vocalist and guitarist Alex Alvarez alongside bassist Garrett Orseno (DJ Topgun), guitarist John Luther and drummer Jonny …

Few bands arrive with such a gleefully unhinged sense of purpose as Dublin’s Really Good Time. Blending post-punk urgency, garage rock swagger, dance-punk grooves and absurdist humour, the Irish outfit have rapidly become one of the country’s most exciting live acts. Their music thrives on contradiction, equal parts chaotic and tightly controlled, humorous yet razor-sharp, drawing comparisons to everything from …

Emerging from Brighton’s ever-vibrant music scene in 2021, Lovejoy have become one of the most talked-about British indie rock bands of their generation. Blending sharp songwriting, infectious guitar hooks and emotionally charged lyrics with a distinctly modern, internet-savvy identity, the quartet have transformed from an online phenomenon into an internationally touring band with a devoted global following. Lovejoy consists of …

Few German bands have built such a devoted following within the dark rock scene as MONO INC. Over more than two decades, the quartet has evolved from gothic rock outsiders into festival headliners. Led by charismatic frontman Martin Engler alongside Carl Fornia, Ilja and Katha Mia, the band has continually expanded its sound while remaining true to the atmospheric blend …

Drawing inspiration from the rich traditions of Irish folk while embracing elements of indie, experimental music, electronica, and post-punk, Madra Salach have crafted a style that feels both deeply rooted and strikingly modern. Their music combines haunting harmonium drones, driving rhythms, mandolin and tin whistle melodies, and powerful storytelling, creating a sound that has earned comparisons to contemporary Irish innovators …

Hailing from Southampton on the English south coast, RØRY (aka Roxanne Emery), had a successful solo career under her own name in the 2010s, issuing a handful of EPs and the 2014 album For Weddings and a Funeral, while also lending her vocals to a slew of anthemic trance tracks. Following her success, she spiraled into addiction, before finding her way …