Song Review: “Play It Back” by Yet to Bloom
This song shows that they’ve been heavily inspired by the old and new, but also show us what Yet to Bloom’s sound is- its original and timeless simultaneously.
An Interview with davvn
Inspired heavily by the late 90s and early 2000s sounds we all love and miss, davvn (pronounced “dawn”) is bringing us a captivating mix of old and new introducing us to a sound any Millenial will go crazy for.
Album Review: Faded in My Mind by Hopeless Romantic
Long Island trio Hopeless Romantic’s debut album, Faded In My Mind, is a scream-your-lungs-out compilation of bangers.
Album Review: Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) by Taylor Swift
Speak Now is an essential chapter in Swift's discography and a testament to her exceptional talent as a storyteller.
Album Review: Retrovision by Honey Revenge
The band plays in a sonic space that dances between pop, rock, and pop punk with a bright sound that matches the extremely colorful album cover.
10 Years of Youth by Citizen: A Retrospective Review
Ten years ago, Citizen released Youth, one of the most beloved emo/post-hardcore records of the 2010’s that solidified their status as a major force in the scene.
Song Review: “Vampire” by Olivia Rodrigo
As she has matured as an artist, Rodrigo's ability to weave personal experiences into relatable anthems has become her trademark.
Show Review: Citizen’s Decade of Youth Tour in Boston, MA
Besides just being incredible musicians, the energy that gets passed around during their set is incredibly contagious in the best way possible.
Song Review: “Sullenboy” by Fiddlehead
Fiddlehead figured out what the strongest parts of their previous albums were and combined it to release a banger.
Album Review: Remnants by Forage & Wander
Forage & Wander have excellently crafted a unique sound, that avoids leaning too heavily on their obvious shoegaze and post-hardcore influences, and lets them leave an incredible impact with a sound that demands your attention.
Album Review: Girl with Fish by Feeble Little Horse
Girl with Fish’s blender-slashed mix of pop/noise/garage rock/slowcore captures both your head and your heart with its earnest passion and endless charisma.
Song Review: “Lowlife” by YUNGBLUD
YUNGBLUD releases the gritty, electronic single “Lowlife.”
EP Review: Somewhere on This Timeline by New Vision
New Vision brings sonic twists and turns to classic indie and emo influences for a summer soundtrack that’ll keep you on your toes.
EP Review: Better Luck Next Year by Cal Rifkin
Clocking in at just under 15 minutes, Better Luck Next Year is just what we needed for summer 2023.
Album Review: Ellie Kemper by Spring 2005
Woven together with a strong sense of instrumentation, timing, melody, and atmosphere, Spring 2005’s Ellie Kemper is well worth the hype.
Show Review: Arts Fishing Club in Madison, WI
Arts Fishing Club are incredible musicians with bold, versatile discography but they are even better live as they turned their show into a full-fledged experience.
Single Review: “TKO” by Puppy Angst
Puppy Angst brings dancy duality to their latest track as part of Open Tab Online’s digital single series!
Single Review: “Portal to a Sunset” by In Lieu of Roses
In Lieu of Roses’ indie rock draws from the guitar-centered elements of shoegaze with hints of emo for a poignant track that tackles loss in a meaningful way.
Single Review: “Dashboard” by Regrown
The lyrics of “Dashboard” mirror the growth of Regrown as a band as they polish their signature catchy hooks and powerful instrumentals to the best they’ve been yet, giving the listener an incredible earworm perfect for the summer season.
Single Review: “Upside Down” by The Rosies
The Rosies have burst onto the scene with their latest single, “Upside Down,” electrifying listeners with a relentless surge of raw energy.