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Five Fast Facts with Tony Lio: Inside 'Mirage Masquerade' and the Evolution of His Sound
Five Fast Facts with Tony Lio: Inside 'Mirage Masquerade' and the Evolution of His Sound


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”


The MIC Mag's December 2025 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!


*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."


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”


Jennifer Allsbrook Digs Deep on Soul-Stirring New Single “Oh My Soul”
Dive into Jennifer Allsbrook's soul-stirring new single "Oh My Soul."


King of Cups Ignite Emotion and Energy on Their New Single “Lighthouse”
King of Cups Ignite Emotion and Energy on Their New Single “Lighthouse”


Five Fast Facts with Tony Lio: Inside 'Mirage Masquerade' and the Evolution of His Sound
Five Fast Facts with Tony Lio: Inside 'Mirage Masquerade' and the Evolution of His Sound


Get Your Ticket to 'Now Arriving… at Secaucus Junction': An Interview with Roe Knows Best
Dive into the world of Roe Knows Best with our exclusive interview! Discover insights about Roe Knows Best's debut album and her musical journey.


ALIE Opens Up About Grief, Growth, and the Making of “Closer To Losing”
ALIE Opens Up About Grief, Growth, and the Making of “Closer To Losing”


The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Indie Musicians: Best Gifts for Artists, Producers & Managers in 2025
Discover the ultimate holiday gift guide for indie musicians! Find perfect gifts for artists, producers, and managers in our 2025 holiday gift guide.


Hold That Drop: Why December Is a Music Release Dead Zone
The holiday season comes with an unspoken rule. December drops rarely get heard. Here’s what makes it a music dead zone.


Where Are My Fans?! Tips on Increasing Your Fanbase and Digital Engagement for Independent Artists
Boost your fanbase with expert tips on digital engagement for independent artists. Discover how to build a loyal fanbase effectively!


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...


The MIC Mag's December 2025 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 Cold Weather Company: The MIC Mag's December 2025 Musicians of the Month!
This month, we’re shining a light on Cold Weather Company, an indie-folk trio whose storytelling, symmetry, and spirit have carried them from dorm-room recordings to stages near and far. With 12M+ streams and over a decade of creativity, their journey continues to inspire our community. And with winter settling in, their seasonal favorite “Warmth in Winter” is the perfect soundtrack to cozy days and cold nights.


The MIC Mag's November 2025 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!


































































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”


You Can’t Cover Your Pain in “Tinsel,” But Sydney Dale Gives Voice to a Lonely Christmas
Explore the loneliness of the holidays with Sydney Dale's "Tinsel"


GELEXAIDA Captures Heartache and Memory in Stripped-Down Single “Diet Coke”
Explore GELEXAIDA's new single “Diet Coke” and experience heartache and memory in a stripped-down acoustic style.
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10Qs with Goalie Fight on "Roy Orbison"
From solo-project to a full-blown rock band comes Goalie Fight. Made up of members Mark Dempsey (guitar and vocals), Sam Van Heest...
Feb 1, 2022


10 Q's with 'the dt's'!
Stef from The MIC chats with Dave and Tom of 'the dt's' to discuss their latest music, writing process, and gear!
Dec 9, 2021


Elle's Exploration to a New Path and Sound in "Rise": An Exclusive Interview
The MIC is very excited to sit down with Elle, an Italian producer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter. From his journey working with...
Nov 22, 2021


Fantasy, Folklore, Fairytales: Across The Sea's 'The Wayfarer Triptych'
The genre-defying progressive duo, Across The Sea sit down with Stef from The MIC to discuss influences and inspiration for their new album.
Oct 1, 2021


More from Moore: Jamie Moore Releases his Debut EP, "Stoneflower & Other Microsongs"
Multi-instrumentalist and music theory aficionado, Jamie Moore has finally released his much anticipated debut album.
Sep 1, 2021


Rural Russack: How Your Surroundings Affect Your Songwriting
An exclusive interview with Hackettstown, NJ's Zach Russack discussing songwriting, his latest single, and what's next for Russack.
Aug 24, 2021


Chakra's, Frequencies, and their Affect on Human Emotion: Chawktaw's, 'Sanatio'
Read all about Chawktaw's "Sanatio," and how he wrote this album with chakra's, frequencies, and human emotion in mind.
Jul 16, 2021


Kate Dressed Up Explores the Complexities of Sexuality in Latest Single "How Could I Have Known"
EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Katie Miller of Kate Dressed Up discussing their latest single, "How Could I Have Known"!
May 7, 2021


Five Minutes with the MilkMan
“Tuna For Dinner (FMHA)” is an intriguing bedroom bop fit with a memorable chorus that you’ll be dying to sing in the shower.
Feb 24, 2021


Our Two ¢ents: An Interview With Inno¢ent
Q: Congrats on your second full length release, Death Games! Tell us about it. What’s the story? A: First off, thank you for the praise....
Feb 2, 2021


Dave & Tom: NJ's Dulcet Duo
After meeting at a local mic in Central Jersey (yes, it exists),Dave Cacciatore and Tom Losito have been creating music together ever since.
Dec 15, 2020


A Minute With Masiero
Anthony Masiero, 21 of West Milford, New Jersey has been in love with being an entertainer since he was little -- constantly writing...
Oct 21, 2020


Coronavirus and Indie Artists: An Interview with Dani Zanoni
Who thought we’d live in a world where Coachella was cancelled? One of the largest and most popular music festivals, cancelled. What are...
Jul 21, 2020
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