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Meet Penny Margaux: The MIC Mag's November 2025 Musician of the Month!
The Toms River–born, Louisville-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist blends heartfelt pop with soulful R&B and dance influences.
The MIC Mag's October 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!
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.
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.
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.
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
Strength Meets Sensitivity in Bel’s Latest Single “Canadian Tuxedo”
Strength Meets Sensitivity in Bel’s Latest Single “Canadian Tuxedo”
Five Fast Facts with walkmanbaby on His Influence, Upbringing, and New Single, “Anything At All”
Discover walkmanbaby's eclectic pop journey, influences, and new single "Anything At All."
Inside the Shadows: The Shadow Self on “ENRAPTURED,” Inspiration, and their Songwriting Process
Inside the Shadows: The Shadow Self on “ENRAPTURED,” Inspiration, and their Songwriting Process
Exclusive Interview with Jeff Petescia on his Double Single Drop, "Stompin' Around" and "I Can't Hide"
Exclusive Interview with Jeff Petescia on his Double Single Drop, "Stompin' around" and "I Can't Hide"
From Kate Bush to Yellowstone: How Sync Deals Can Supercharge a Career and Open Doors for Indie Artists
From Kate Bush to Yellowstone, read all about how Sync Deals can supercharge a career and open doors for indie artists, too!
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.
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 Penny Margaux: The MIC Mag's November 2025 Musician of the Month!
The Toms River–born, Louisville-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist blends heartfelt pop with soulful R&B and dance influences.
The MIC Mag's October 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 Shark Noises: The MIC Mag's September 2025 Musician of the Month!
Shark Noises is a Hudson Valley garage punk duo that proves two people can make a lot of noise and a lot of impact. This month, The MIC Mag is celebrating Shark Noises as our Musicians of the Month!
Horror and Halloween: Fake Paradise's latest release, "Bad Omen"
Discover Fake Paradise "Bad Omen," a Halloween horror-inspired track blending blues, acid rock, and heavy metal.
Cre8ive MC Releases Debut Album: Identity Matters, So ‘Make Sure They Spell Your Name Right’
"If you let people spell your name wrong, what else will you let them get away with? Your name is your identity. You have to correct them. You have to claim your space." - Cre8ive MC
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)."
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Inside the Shadows: The Shadow Self on “ENRAPTURED,” Inspiration, and their Songwriting Process
Inside the Shadows: The Shadow Self on “ENRAPTURED,” Inspiration, and their Songwriting Process
Oct 24
Nicole Ash Will Be the “Villain (In Your Eyes)” if it Helps You Sleep at Night
Discover Nicole Ash's "Villain (In Your Eyes)" and embrace the power of letting go.
Oct 15
Heed Piper Connolly’s "warning": The Rush of Falling Hard and Fast, Fueled by Early 2000s Angst
Step into Piper Connolly's "warning," a high-energy alt-rock anthem channeling early 2000s angst.
Feb 21
The Eiffels Blend Indie Rock and Dancefloor Energy in Their Feel-Good Anthem "Beautiful Life"
The Eiffels are bringing the feel-good vibes with their latest release, "Beautiful Life"—an indie rock anthem packed with dancefloor energy!
Feb 18
Conflicting Change in Friends Like Strangers new single, "Sure, Miss You"
Dive into the conflicting emotions of Friends Like Strangers' new single, "Sure, Miss You," blending pop-punk and introspective lyrics!
Sep 11, 2024
Jeremy Abrams Delivers Everything You Could Want in a One-Man Pop-Punk Anthem with "Blindside"
Discover Jeremy Abrams' pop-punk anthem "Blindside" - a one-man show packed with emotion, and powerful instrumentation!
Aug 2, 2024
Record Rewind: The Quivering Palm's 2021 Debut EP 'Back Around Again for the First Time' Features a Palette of Sounds
Uncover The Quivering Palm's 2021 EP 'Back Around Again for the First Time'. Dive into the eclectic soundscape now!
May 21, 2024
Cam Blake's Concept Album 'SATISFACTION OF SAMENESS': An Internal Dialogue Blending Electronica, Driving Synths, and Angsty Rock
Cam Blake's 'Satisfaction of Sameness' - an electrifying blend of electronica, driving synths, and angsty rock!
May 7, 2024
Five Fast Facts with Cam Blake on his upcoming Sophomore Release 'SATISFACTION OF SAMENESS’
With his highly-anticipated sophomore release 'SATISFACTION OF SAMENESS' on the way, check out our Five Fast Facts with Cam Blake!
Apr 25, 2024
Five Fast Facts: Cam Blake "RED TAPE"
Discover the story behind Cam Blake's latest single "RED TAPE" in our latest Five Fast Facts!
Jan 26, 2024
King of Cups Strike a Chord with Their Heartfelt Neon Pop-Punk Bop and Music Video "Missing You"
Immerse yourself in the sonic world of King of Cups. This electrifying Neon Pop-Punk, Alternative, Pop-Rock, Emo-Pop duo, fronted by...
Oct 12, 2023
Stefan West's "Take What You Need": A Lyrically Heavy, Musically Upbeat Journey
Stefan West's"Take What You Need" is a poignant soul-searching journey that is lyrically heavy while being musically upbeat.
Sep 5, 2023
Five Fast Facts: Nothing but a Nightmare's 'The Salvation'
Nothing but a Nightmare, also known as NBN, is an alternative rock band from Philly. Made up of high school best friends, the group has...
Jun 22, 2023
On The MIC with Bobby Mahoney performing "Moth to a Flame"
For our season premier, we're kicking it off with Bobby Mahoney of Bobby Mahoney and the Seventh Son performing "Moth to the Flame."
Jun 2, 2023
The Sounds of One Grand Rube Goldberg Machine:The Quivering Palm’s “Perpetual Motion Vol. 1"
Kevin “KP” Hahn has bred his favorite elements of alt-rock, indie pop, and electronica to create his own sound and solo project, ‘The...
Mar 28, 2023
Meet Karla Torres as Skeletosphere: The MIC's March Musician of the Month
Meet Karla Torres as Skeletosphere: The MIC's March Musician of the Month
Mar 1, 2023
Take a Walk Down "Parson Street": Troubleshoot's Debut EP
Grown from a spare room in Charlotte, North Carolina friends Michael Haracopos (Guitar, Vocals), Conor Mckeon (Guitar, Vocals), Harrison...
Dec 7, 2022
Breathe in This Fresh "Air": Long Story Short on Desoto Jones' New Single
“Air” evokes ‘90s style grunge rock giving the listener a feeling of nostalgia and angst.
Oct 24, 2022
*EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PEEK*: On The MIC with Malibu performing "Lose Your Mind"
South Jersey's Malibu give us a preview of one of the tracks from their debut album "Lenses" which will be out July 1st!
Jun 17, 2022
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