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Pride Then and Now: How Music Became a Safe Space
Explore the evolution of Pride music as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. Discover how Pride music continues to unite and inspire today.
Meet Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride Musician of the Month! ⚡️ Growing up, South Jersey's Alexa Tabbacchino wrote songs in secret, and now she's a self-made singer, songwriter, and producer! Read more about her in The MIC Mag and stream her debut EP, Evergreen, out now! 🌿
You're Invited! Pride Fests Near You 2026
Pride Month is almost here, and with it comes the anticipation of when and where Pride Festivals will be taking place! Well, anticipate no more; here are 20+ Pride Festivals for you to attend in New Jersey and New York!
*Holiday* On The MIC with Lavender Disaster performing "Solstice Carole," a Pagan Yule Song
This week, Christine of Lavender Disaster delivers an intimate acoustic of one of her favorite holiday tracks, "Solstice Carole" (A Pagan Yule Song).
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."
The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Five Fast Facts with Cahli Samata on "Blink Back," Gatsby's Green Light, and Sending Signals Into the Dark
Cahli Samata on "Blink Back," Gatsby's Green Light, and Sending Signals Into the Dark
Pool Halls, Punk, and a Dog With a Grudge: Inside the World of Knifetwister Records with Raph Copeland
Raph has never been in a band, can't play an instrument, and once negotiated bongo privileges into a music video deal — only to be completely forgotten about. None of that stopped him from building Knifetwister Records into something real. New interview out now!
Nicole Ash Speaks on Latest EP 'Never Better' and What it Means to Her in our Latest Five Fast Facts
Nicole Ash Speaks on Latest EP 'Never Better' and What it Means to Her in our Latest Five Fast Facts
You're Invited! Pride Fests Near You 2026
Pride Month is almost here, and with it comes the anticipation of when and where Pride Festivals will be taking place! Well, anticipate no more; here are 20+ Pride Festivals for you to attend in New Jersey and New York!
Cancelling To Come Back Whole: Mental Health On Tour
Explore the importance of prioritizing mental health on tour. Discover why artists like Selena Gomez cancel tours for mental health.
Stop Waiting for Gigs: The Indie Artist's Guide to Landing Gigs
Discover how to land gigs as an indie artist with our guide. From building an online presence to finding gigs, learn to break into the scene!
Montclair Porchfest: Where Each Porch Becomes a Stage
Want to know what Montclair Porchfest 2026 had in store this weekend? We checked out the porches, caught up with artists, and spoke to the community this Saturday.
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW: Mourning Coffee Set to Host Release Party for New Album April 25th, 2026
Join Mourning Coffee's album release party on April 25th! Experience "A Slow Hearse Leaves Everyone Yearning" live with Mourning Coffee.
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!
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 Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Alexa Tabbacchino: The MIC Mag's June Pride Musician of the Month! ⚡️ Growing up, South Jersey's Alexa Tabbacchino wrote songs in secret, and now she's a self-made singer, songwriter, and producer! Read more about her in The MIC Mag and stream her debut EP, Evergreen, out now! 🌿
The MIC Mag's May 2026 Month Issue!
Dive into The MIC Mag's Monthly Issue, where you can see who we've featured and what we've had on repeat all month long!
Meet Shallow Alcove: The MIC Mag's May 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet our Musicians of the Month: Shallow Alcove! Grace, Dan, Peter, Jack & Noah are making music that sounds like growing up with your best friends: stacked harmonies, diary-like lyrics, and guitar riffs that stick around long after the season changes.
Suede Aces: The Sound of Classic Rock Reborn
Rooted in NJ, Suede Aces is a hard rock and blues band blending gritty soul, raw emotion, and powerful musicianship. Inspired by Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, and Aretha Franklin, the band delivers a sound that feels both classic and fresh. The band's lead vocalist Lily Slix, alongside brothers Darrin and Tommy Bell built a reputation for Suede Aces to perform explosive live shows and have an authentic rock energy. Bassist Gareth “Gort” Odendaal and rhythm guitarist Jerry Reave
How a Shakespeare Misquotation inspired Lily Forte’s Album, 'Don’t Gild The Lily'
How a Shakespeare Misquotation inspired Lily Forte’s Album, 'Don’t Gild The Lily'
Witch or Queen? You Decide: Ebb & Nova’s latest single “Call Me Queen”
Witch or Queen? You Decide: Ebb & Nova’s latest single “Call Me Queen”
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The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going
Apr 23
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Apr 13
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Mar 3
Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”
Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”
Feb 26
Class is in Session: Liam Naughton & The Educators Step Into the Spotlight with "I Want To Go Out Tonight"
Class is in Session: Liam Naughton & The Educators Step Into the Spotlight with "I Want To Go Out Tonight"
Feb 24
Elles Bailey Delivers a Timeless, Soul-Deep Statement on latest album, 'Can’t Take My Story Away'
Elles Bailey Delivers a Timeless, Soul-Deep Statement on latest album, 'Can’t Take My Story Away'
Jan 27
Tony Lio’s Latest EP, 'Mirage Masquerade,' Marks a Bold, Self-Defining Finale to the Emotion Trilogy
Tony Lio’s 'Mirage Masquerade' Marks a Bold, Self-Defining Finale to the Emotion Trilogy
Jan 21
Hilary Cousins Explores Science, Time, and Identity on the Indie-Pop Journey of “Fragments”
Hilary Cousins Explores Science, Time, and Identity on the Indie-Pop Journey of “Fragments”
Jan 6
Jennifer Allsbrook Digs Deep on Soul-Stirring New Single “Oh My Soul”
Dive into Jennifer Allsbrook's soul-stirring new single "Oh My Soul."
Dec 16, 2025
King of Cups Ignite Emotion and Energy on Their New Single “Lighthouse”
King of Cups Ignite Emotion and Energy on Their New Single “Lighthouse”
Nov 21, 2025
Lyndhurst Confronts the Realities of Recovery on Powerful New Single “Clean and Sober”
Lyndhurst’s new single “Clean and Sober” hits hard and hits home. It’s an honest look at the struggles of sobriety, because getting clean isn’t always simple, and the voices in your head don’t just disappear. Read all about the track now in The MIC Mag!
Nov 18, 2025
Special K’s Unveil “Talk to Me,” a Tender, Atmospheric Tribute to Love, Loss, and Healing
Special K’s are sonic chameleons, a studio-driven project built without genre constraints and fueled by pure creative exploration. Coast to coast, Karen Schwaid, Josh Lattanzi, and Wes Hutchinson come together to craft tunes that shift shape with every release. Since emerging in 2020, they’ve dropped an impressive 18 singles, each one a fearless dive into a new sound. Their catalog invites listeners to embrace the ever-changing and delightfully unpredictable nature of their m
Nov 14, 2025
Kill Me Kate’s Long-Awaited Debut Record: Fifteen Years of Chaos, Catharsis, and Comeback Energy
Discover the raw, cathartic energy of Kill Me Kate's debut record. Fifteen years in the making, Kill Me Kate is a testament to chaos and comeback.
Oct 30, 2025
Hilary Cousins’ "Road to Corinth": A Journey for Insight and Meaning in a Fractured World
Hilary Cousins’ "Road to Corinth": A Journey for Insight and Meaning in a Fractured World
Sep 17, 2025
Strength Meets Sensitivity in Bel’s Latest Single “Canadian Tuxedo”
Strength Meets Sensitivity in Bel’s Latest Single “Canadian Tuxedo”
Sep 5, 2025
Interview with Melas Leukos: “Magic Is Alive” in You and Me
Discover the ethereal world of Melas Leukos in our interview and the magic behind "Magic Is Alive"!
Aug 26, 2025
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.
Aug 14, 2025
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!
Aug 12, 2025
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.
Jul 31, 2025
Richard Berger Gets Honest About Unspoken Feelings in New Track "Work It Out"
Explore Richard Berger's "Work It Out," a groovy track blending retro vibes and fresh twists.
Jul 25, 2025
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