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King of Cups are Back with Another Long A- "Waited" Track off their Upcoming EP
Discover the King of Cups "Waited" track, a neon pop-punk anthem from their upcoming EP.
Artur Menezes Makes D’Angelo’s “Til It’s Done (Tutu)” His Own With His Funk-Rock Groove
Dive into Artur Menezes' unique funk-rock groove on D'Angelo's "Til It’s Done (Tutu)."
Do You Believe In the 'Jersey Devil'? Take a Journey Through the Pine Barrens with Monte Maybe in her Debut Album
Explore Monte Maybe's debut album, 'Jersey Devil,' with a journey through the Pine Barrens!
Ela Martini On The MIC Performing her Original Track "Shy Girl" for Pride Month
Celebrate Pride Month with Ela Martini as she performs her original, "Shy Girl" On The MIC.
The Joe Grisanzio Band On The MIC Performing Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" LIVE at Pocono Pride
In this special On The MIC episode, we're spotlighting a soulful moment from Pocono Pride as The Joe Grisanzio Band puts their own powerful spin on Alicia Keys’ timeless ballad "If I Ain’t Got You."
Gabrielle Lea On The MIC performing her song "Gloria," Written Specifically for this Special Pride Month Episode
In celebration of Pride Month, Gabrielle Lea penned an original song just for this very special episode of On The MIC.
King of Cups are Back with Another Long A- "Waited" Track off their Upcoming EP
Discover the King of Cups "Waited" track, a neon pop-punk anthem from their upcoming EP.
Do You Believe In the 'Jersey Devil'? Take a Journey Through the Pine Barrens with Monte Maybe in her Debut Album
Explore Monte Maybe's debut album, 'Jersey Devil,' with a journey through the Pine Barrens!
Love Is in the “Atmosphere” for Squares in His Latest Ethereal Single
Discover the ethereal single "Atmosphere" by Squares, where love and music merge in a galactic soundscape.
If You’re "Seeing Signs," You Might Not Be Alone — An Interview with Nicole Ash on Her New Single, Start, and Guitar Heroes
Discover Nicole Ash's musical journey and her new single "Seeing Signs." Dive into her inspirations, guitar heroes, and more in this exclusive interview.
Five Fast Facts: Vaarin Reflects on her new Album and the Comfort of 'Heading Home'
Discover VAARIN's journey and the heartfelt inspiration behind her latest album, 'Heading Home'.
Five Fast Facts: Frankie Muriel’s “THOSE WERE THE NIGHTS,” but There are More To Come
Explore the journey of Frankie Muriel from St. Louis to chart-topping success. Discover more about Frankie Muriel's new solo track, "Those Were The Nights," and career.
Meet t@b grrrl: The MIC Mag's August 2025 Musicians of the Month
Meet t@b grrrl: The MIC Mag's August 2025 Musicians of the Month
AI band, The Velvet Sundown, “Not Quite Human. Not Quite Machine:” All You Need To Know
Explore the rise of The Velvet Sundown, an AI band challenging music's boundaries. Learn about The Velvet Sundown's journey and controversies.
The History of Queerness in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Was it Accepted in 1986?
Explore the history of queerness in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Was the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame accepting of LGBTQ+ artists in 1986?
How To Release a Song in 2024: Rollout & Checklist - MASTERCLASS By The MIC MG & The Vault on July 16th!
This event is The MIC MG's first-ever masterclass, and we're so excited! We hope you can join us on July 16th at 6 p.m. in Boonton, NJ!
All You Need to Know: Michael Angelus' Stone Pony Performance January 28th, 2024!
Experience the magic of Michael Angelus at the legendary Stone Pony on January 28th, 2024!
Two Scorpios, One Birthday Bash: Tim Carbone and Bobby Syvarth's Thursday Night Special at Krogh's
Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth and Bobby Syvarth Celebrated both of their birthdays Thursday Night at Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub in...
The MIC's Indie Christmas List: New Holiday Spotify Playlist!
Discover the ultimate Indie Christmas List Playlist on Spotify! Jam out to new holiday favorites from independent musicians. Happy Holidays!
NEW Genre Spotify Playlists! Pop, Rock, R&B and more!
In our May Monthly Roundup, we mentioned that we've started new genre playlists. As July kicks off, the playlists continue to grow with...
Sounds That Made The MIC: The MIC's 2022 GOLD
This year, was a big one for The MIC! We celebrated our second year anniversary, we started our very first YouTube series, and we covered...
Meet t@b grrrl: The MIC Mag's August 2025 Musicians of the Month
Meet t@b grrrl: The MIC Mag's August 2025 Musicians of the Month
The MIC Mag's July 2025 Issue!
Dive into The MIC Mag's July 2025 issue! Discover indie rock band The Spins and more.
Meet The Spins: The MIC Mag's July 2025 Musicians of the Month!
Discover The Spins, The MIC Mag's July 2025 Musicians of the Month! Dive into their journey from NJ lifeguards to acclaimed band.
Artur Menezes Makes D’Angelo’s “Til It’s Done (Tutu)” His Own With His Funk-Rock Groove
Dive into Artur Menezes' unique funk-rock groove on D'Angelo's "Til It’s Done (Tutu)."
You're Not Broken, You're Just "Bent": Check out Rhonette Smith's New Single
Dive in to Rhonette Smith's powerful new single "Bent," exploring themes of brokenness and survival
Make it a Weekend to Remember with MAUCH and Roe Knows Best's EP, 'Weekend at Mauchies…Vol. 1'
Make it a Weekend to Remember with MAUCH and Roe Knows Best's EP, 'Weekend at Mauchies… Vol 1'
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Women's HERstory Month: Female Trailblazers in the Music Industry
Celebrate Women's History Month and read stories and advice from our favorite female trailblazers in the music industry!⚡️
Mar 29, 2024
Celebrating Women's HERstory Month: Insights and Inspiration from Indie Artists
Celebrate Women's HERstory Month with inspiring insights from female indie artists.
Mar 28, 2024
Independent Artist Bio 101: Crafting Your Story
As an independent artist, crafting your bio is an essential aspect of presenting yourself to the world!Read our top tips on what to include!
Mar 6, 2024
Pitch Perfect: Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Reaching Out to Music Blogs as an Independent Artist or Band
Avoid these top 5 mistakes when pitching to music blogs! Learn how to stand out and make a great impression as an independent artist or band
Feb 20, 2024
The Essential Guide to Your Artist Bio – Why You Need It and How to Use It
Uncover the power of your Artist Bio - It's not just a blurb, it's a game-changer for emerging artists. Learn why you need it and how to use
Jan 18, 2024
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists
Looking for some Monday Motivation? Get inspired by The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month as they share valuable advice for independent artis
Jan 15, 2024
Introducing The MIC Music Group: Mag & Label Services!
Introducing The MIC Music Group: Mag & Label Services! Rewriting the narrative for indie artists with our range of essential label services!
Jan 1, 2024
Unlocking the Airwaves: 7 Reasons College Radio is a Game-Changer for Independent and Emerging Artists
Here are our seven reasons why college radio is a still an essential tool for independent and emerging artists!
Dec 20, 2023
Rock Your Support: Dive into The MIC's Exclusive Merchandise
Delve into The MIC's exclusive merchandise, featuring limited-edition baseball caps and D'Addario Guitar Pick bundles.
Nov 15, 2023
9 Things to Invest in as an Independent Artist: Is Music Promo a Pay-to-Play Game?
Are you an independent artist looking to boost your music career but wondering if investing in certain services is worth it? We get it;...
Oct 25, 2023
The Pre-Save: 5 Reasons Why You Should Create a Pre-Save Campaign as an Independent Artist
Ah, yes. If you follow any independent musician, you probably feel bombarded with the "pre-save my upcoming single!" posts. But, for a...
Oct 18, 2023
Monday Motivation from The MIC's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists
Every month we ask our Musicians of the Month, "What advice do you have for aspiring independent artists?"
Jul 17, 2023
Best Ways to Support Independent Artists: Are You a Bad Friend?
After coming across a Stereogum Instagram Post, we began thinking. The band Oceanator stumbled across a sign at a venue they were playing...
May 25, 2023
Soundcore's Liberty 4 Wireless Earbuds: How Do they Compare to Apple and Google's Wireless Models
Today we are reviewing Soundcore’s Liberty 4 in-ear earbuds by Anker. We were so excited to receive this package and try out these new...
Apr 26, 2023
The MIC's Favorite 2023 NPR Tiny Desk Submissions!
One of our favorite times of the year is Tiny Desk Contest Submission Season! The time when we get to see incredibly talented independent...
Apr 11, 2023
Happy 3rd Anniversary to The MIC! Check Out Our Year Wrapped
Today marks the day the first-ever MIC post was published! The first post was a Record Rewind post on The Avett Brothers' album Closer...
Apr 7, 2023
Turn Your Dive Bar into Madison Square Garden with Spaceage’s 'Visibox'
If you're a gigging musician looking to take your performances to the next level, look no further than Visibox.
Apr 4, 2023
Why Playlist as a Low-Budget Independent Artist?
Playlisting is good. Playlist Push is a great service, and you can get 7.5% off your first campaign with our code 'EQYVLWD'!
Feb 16, 2023
Music Row: A Nashville Boys-Club
Nashville Tennessee, Music City. Or The Bachelorette Capital; whatever your reason for visiting, Music Row is a must. Music Row, home to...
Aug 25, 2020
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