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Three Track Week #2

INDIENOXZINE LABORATORY Editor’s Notes – Second Listen (Dark Edition) Three tracks we returned to this week. Not because they were new, but because they stayed with us. This edition of Three Track Week  focuses on atmosphere, emotional weight, and intensity. Music that unfolds its full impact only after repeated listens. Allo.B – “Wings of the Wounded” Cover by Allo.B Why this matters: On a second listen, Allo.B’s work reveals vulnerability and control at the same time. A dark pop testament...

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Existential Threat I Review + Interview

Vintage Sound Meets Modern Indie: Why Existential Threat is a band to watch Photo by Existential Threat The trio Existential Threat  from Pompano Beach, FL, USA, just released their new single “Taking Your Time” , and we had the chance to dive into their roots, their music, and why they proudly call themselves Neptunians ;) The band was formed in 2022, and their sound moves across multiple genres: Indie, Alternative, Folk, Punk, and Powerpop. Never heard of that mix before? Well, it’s time to...

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Three Track Week #1

INDIENOXZINE LABORATORY Three tracks. One weekly snapshot of the independent music scene curated by INDIENOXZINE. Youngking Galaday – "Long Distance Relationship" Why this matters: Youngking Galaday shows how independent reggae pop artists can grow through community, consistency and authentic storytelling. Sound / Mood: Warm reggae-pop rhythms meet emotional lyrics and a smooth, atmospheric production. Context: A grassroots, community-driven release highlighting the power of self-curated...

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Bradley Cole | “On A Summer Night” Review

Bradley Cole’s “On A Summer Night”: A Nostalgic Rock Song Made for Summer Memories The year 2026 has just begun, and already we find a title on our table that makes us crave summer. Good news: summer is on its way. Even better news: winter continues to bring releases you shouldn’t miss. Bradley Cole is a Los Angeles–born singer-songwriter whose music blends classic rock influences with a modern edge. He began playing guitar at the age of eight and spent his teenage years performing across...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #6

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend. This week: Last Indie Roundup 2025 + INDIENOXZINE LABORATORY is coming + 3 Short Thoughts + Let's connect Enjoy the music, share the love & have fun! This is the last Indie Weekend Roundup of the year 2025. INDIENOXZINE is still brand new, but the support over these first months has been overwhelming and unreal. What started as a tiny idea, a place to spotlight indie artists and under-the-radar scenes, has already turned into...

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Kendall Lujan releases new single “Savannah”

New Indie Folk Single Out Now + 2026 Europe Tour Dates Photo by Jax Cruz US folk-pop rising star  Kendall Lujan , hailed as  “the newcomer of the moment”  by  Rolling Stone Germany  and  Musikexpress , has just released her touching new single  “Savannah”  on December 23. The heartfelt track teases her upcoming album  My Heart Needs Love , due in 2026, and captures the warm, wistful storytelling that’s quickly making her a name to watch. The song opens with beautifully strummed guitar chords ...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #5

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend. This week in Indie Weekend Roundup 5: Darling West +  Quick Tip for Indie Artists + Did you know? + Merry Christmas Enjoy the music, share the love & have fun! Darling West Live in Europe 2026 There’s music you hear – and music you  feel . Oslo-based Darling West create the latter. Their songs conjure open roads and campfires under a starry sky – a sound that feels like freedom itself. Blending acoustic depth with electric...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #4

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend. This week in Indie Weekend Roundup 4: The Rule + Indie Weekend Recap + Quick Tip for Indie Artists + Did you know? Enjoy the music, share the love & have fun! The Rule - new single “Smoke In The Air” Photo by The Rule The Rule are back with another riff-heavy statement from their upcoming debut album “Tales From Above” – the new single “Smoke In The Air” . Where “Control Is All I See” kicked the door open with sheer intensity,...

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Ball Park Music I Concert Review

"Like Love" Comes Alive in Berlin Ball Park Music, one of Australia’s most beloved indie bands , released their eighth album "Like Love"  on April 4, 2025 - a record defined by warmth, emotional honesty, and a refined folk-rock sensibility. Led by frontman Sam Cromack and produced alongside longtime collaborator Matt Redlich, the album explores love, distance, vulnerability, and change with remarkable clarity. Tracks like  “Please Don’t Move To Melbourne”  stand out through comforting,...

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Massy Ferguson I Interview

On the Road Between Roots and Reinvention I Interview Massy Ferguson from Seattle, USA are currently on their  first European tour , and we had the chance to speak with frontman  Ethan Anderson  about life on the road, songwriting, and the band’s evolution after nearly two decades together. Before diving into the interview, it’s worth taking a closer look at Massy Ferguson’s sonic identity. Rooted in Americana but shaped by their Pacific Northwest origins, the band’s Twang-rock sound balances...

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Ball Park Music I Review

Heartfelt Folk-Rock from Brisbane Ball Park Music,  one of Australia’s most popular indie bands , released their album  “Like Love” , and we’re excited to see them on tour for their final stop in Germany. But before that, let’s dive into  “Please Don’t Move To Melbourne” , taken from this indie gem. Here's our Ball Park music review: The song opens with a comforting strumming guitar riff , instantly setting the tone for great indie music. After the intro, the guitar leads into the verse, and...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #3

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend. This week in Indie Weekend Roundup: Katiuska McLean, AlphaWhores + Quick Tip for Indie Artists + Did you know? Enjoy the music, share the love & have fun! Katiuska McLean releases “Loving Home” Singlecover Solo artist Katiuska McLean, born in Trinidad and Tobago and now based in Wels, Upper Austria, is known from The Voice of Austria , where she placed third. She has released her new sentimental single  “Loving Home” , a song...

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MrGeorge releases new single “Light In Your Eyes”

With  “Light In Your Eyes” , MrGeorge delivers a compelling anthem about closeness, truth, and the universal need for genuine human connection . The track blends atmospheric pop with introspective lyricism and a chorus that leaves an immediate emotional mark. “We’ve been hiding from each other for far too long...” - this opening line sets the tone for a journey from emotional distance to a powerful reconnection. With lyrics like  “No illusions and no more disguise - I wanna see the light in...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #2

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend. This week on Indie Weekend Roundup 2: Astrachan, ROMES + Quick Tip for Indie Artists + Next Week’s Editorial Sneak Peek Enjoy the music, share the love & have fun! Astrachan releases new single “Raging Skies” Astrachan "Signs" Chicago-based artist Ben Astrachan just released his new single  “Raging Skies” , taken from his on October 31 released album  Signs . Known for blending upbeat, unrestrained Rock’n’Roll with handcrafted...

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Rose May Alaba I "Feel Again" Review

“Feel Again” - Afro-Pop Fusion You Need to Hear! Cover by Simon Rajchl The Austrian-Nigerian Afro-Pop queen Rose May Alaba is back with her new single  “Feel Again”, released in both English and German . We listened to both versions, and this energetic, genre-spanning track proves why Rose May is one of the most exciting emerging voices in European Afrobeat and pop today. Rose May Alaba, sister of football star David Alaba, has steadily built a reputation as a leading figure in the Austrian...

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X Marks The Pedwalk releases new album “Insomnia”

German electronic music pioneers  X MARKS THE PEDWALK  are back with their highly anticipated 13th studio album  “Insomnia” , releasing November 27, 2025 . Since their formation in 1988, the band; led by  Sevren Ni-Arb  and vocalist Estefania; has shaped electronic music worldwide, from EBM and electro-industrial to Future Pop , influencing generations of artists. With X Marks The Pedwalk's album  “Insomnia” , they deliver an intense, immersive electronic experience full of depth, emotion,...

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Ryan Cassata I Review "i feel like throwing up"

“i feel like throwing up” - fearless, honest, and absolutely cool! Photo by Andy Casillas Ryan Cassata releases his debut LP “Greetings from Echo Park” , and we took a deep dive into  “i feel like throwing up” , the new single from this genre-defying powerhouse musician. Ryan Cassata from Los Angeles, CA is a queer artist and trans activist , and you absolutely need to hear him. We mention queer and trans identity upfront because it should be as normal as anything else, yet here it’s...

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Indie Weekend Roundup #1

Fresh sounds, artist updates, and indie highlights every weekend.

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Why Indie Music Needs Better Media Coverage

I’ve been part of the indie music scene since 2022, when I first published my own songs. Almost four years later, I still remember the struggle to get heard. What I learned quickly is that community is essential, social media is unavoidable, and organic growth takes time. With scammers, bots, and false friends everywhere, finding the right path is tough. Every week, I discover incredible music the world hasn’t heard yet. Yet, many talented indie artists struggle to get coverage, even with...

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DIGITAL CARBS release full album "Oh Hedonism"

Munich-based Prog/Alternative rock band  Digital Carbs  released their second album  "Oh Hedonism "  on October 3, 2025. The record is packed with perceptive indie-rock songs that evoke the spirit of Radiohead, merging surreal imagery, sharp social critique, and hypnotic song structures into a sound that oscillates between intimacy and chaos. We listened to the tracks of Digital Carbs "Oh Hedonism", and the mood is simultaneously catchy and introspective - modern, deep, and compelling....

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