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Meet Izzy Miz: The MIC Mag's January 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Izzy Miz — a true DIY artist whose music blends raw emotion, sharp lyricism, and self-produced magic.
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”
*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...
Meet Izzy Miz: The MIC Mag's January 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet Izzy Miz — a true DIY artist whose music blends raw emotion, sharp lyricism, and self-produced magic.
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.
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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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!
Jun 11, 2024
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!
Jan 17, 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...
Nov 13, 2023
There Can Never Be Too Many Guitar Solos: Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023 Night One
Eric Clapton hosted the 7th installment of his legendary Crossroads Guitar Festival starting September 23rd, 2023; a night of...
Sep 27, 2023
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band MetLife Tour Night 3: Classic Rock 'n Roll NJ Stadium Show
Bruce Springsteen returned home to New Jersey for a three-night stint at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. No frills, just hits. Bruce...
Sep 6, 2023
Sean Kelly and The Samples Rock Sparta's Krogh's for an Intimate Friday Night Show
Colorado band, The Samples, led by Sean Kelly visit Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub in Sparta Friday was a gorgeous summer night, with...
Aug 21, 2023
After Polarizing Music Video “In Your Love” Tyler Childers plays Radio City opened by Elle King
Folk-country star Tyler Childers sold-out two nights at the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Opening the night was pop...
Aug 10, 2023
The Show Must Go On: Ed Sheeran and his Acoustic Guitar Captivate 80,000 at NJ's MetLife
Ed Sheeran transformed East Rutherford's MetLife Stadium into his own playground on Saturday night, June 10th. There were worries the...
Jun 12, 2023
All You Need to Know: Songwriter Series at The Sanctuary May 6, 2023
Boonton, NJ's 502 Main Street, has a new name, The Sanctuary! Starting May 1st, The Sanctuary will be a safe haven for the community to...
Apr 28, 2023
Launch Music Conference and Festival: Is it Worth the Hype?
Three days and three nights of music fun. Launch Music Conference and Festival in Lancaster, PA, promises everything from expert panels...
Apr 19, 2023
All You Need to Know: This Saturday's SOS Festival!
What’s better than a laid-back Saturday, listening to some of the best local female artists with a great beer in your hand? Nothing! You...
Mar 31, 2023
The One Man Show That Actually Leaves You Satisfied: John Mayer's 2023 Solo Tour
On Saturday night, kicking off his 2023 Solo Tour in Newark, NJ, John Mayer proved he is just like a ripe avocado; in his prime. Photo...
Mar 13, 2023
Rihanna's Super Bowl Stunner: Shattering Glass Ceilings and Challenging Expectations
The Super Bowl was a speck on the radar compared to Rihanna's grand comeback to music and her first solo performance in seven years....
Feb 13, 2023
All You Need to Know: Indie Musician Summit 2022
This weekend will be one you won't want to miss! The Indie Musician Summit is back for it's third year of practical training and industry...
Nov 17, 2022
A Great Day for Great Music: FOWH 3rd Music Festival
Saturday, September 10th, was music to everyone's ears, and what a perfect day to spend at the 99 acres of the historic Wallisch Homestead.
Sep 14, 2022
Better Than Ever: West Milford's Wallisch Homestead puts on 3rd Annual Music Festival
The Friends of West Milford's Wallisch Homestead come together to bring you their third annual music festival, but this year it's better...
Sep 2, 2022
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