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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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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
Five Fast Facts with Maria Lane: The Story Behind ‘empty bed, empty sheets’ and the Ache of Betrayal
Dive into the story behind Maria Lane's 'empty bed, empty sheets.' Discover the heartache and artistry of Maria Lane's latest release.
Feb 19, 2025
Five Fast Facts with Jay Putty on 'The Compass': An Introspective Record for Finding Your North Star
Embark on an introspective journey with Jay Putty 'The Compass.' Discover the resilience and transformation behind his latest record.
Sep 5, 2024
Sip on Water Street’s "Decaf Daydream": A Brew of Indie Pop with Creative Chord Choices
Discover Water Street's new single, "Decaf Daydream" - a blend of indie pop and creative chord choices.
Jul 8, 2024
Meet Emily Jeanne Brown: The MIC Mag's June Musician of the Month
Discover singer-songwriter Emily Jeanne Brown, The MIC Mag's June Musician of the Month!
May 31, 2024
Ben Kai's "twenties high": An Emotionally Charged Anthem for the Existential Journey of Youth
Hailing from Woodside, California, and currently making waves in Los Angeles, Ben Kai emerges as a striking alt-rock artist, captivating...
Sep 8, 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
On The MIC with Meg Whalen performing "Talking In My Sleep"
This week, we're excited to have Meg Whalen On The MIC for an exclusive performance of her track "Talking In My Sleep."
Jul 21, 2023
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...
Jul 18, 2023
Joe Billy: Exclusive Interview with the Angsty Bob Dylan on His Fourth Studio Album 'Fissure'
He just released his fourth full-length album Fissure and sat down with The MIC's Stef to discuss his latest project 'Fissure.'
May 24, 2023
On The MIC with Jake Thistle performing "After Saying Goodbye"
Jake Thistle is an impressive NJ act, accomplishing many accolades at just 18 years old. He's here On The MIC to give us an *exclusive*...
Jan 27, 2023
On The MIC with Emily Jeanne Brown performing "Proud"
Actor, musician and Embodied Voice coach, Emily Jeanne Brown gets on The MIC to give us a new arrangement of her track, "Proud."
Jan 20, 2023
On The MIC with Brenda Carsey performing "I'm Sorry"
This week we're excited to introduce Brenda Carsey to The MIC performing the third single off of her upcoming record, "I'm Sorry."
Sep 23, 2022
Find Sweet Anne Marie in "Parking Lots, Bars, and Falling Stars"
Sweet Anne Marie is a folk and alternative rock-inspired singer-songwriter. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Sweet Anne Marie has been...
Sep 21, 2022
On The MIC with D. Marin Perez performing "Say it Plain"
This week D. Marin steps on the mic to give us an exclusive performance of his track, "Say It Plain" filmed by James Hur of Hur...
Aug 26, 2022
On The MIC with Cold Weather Company performing "Golden Hour"
We're SO excited to welcome Cold Weather Company On The MIC this week! They take us to their backyard for an exclusive live performance...
Jul 1, 2022
The Silver Lining of 2008: The Housing Crisis and their new track "The Messenger"
A small silver lining came out of the 2008 Housing Crisis, and that's the band named after it.
Jun 29, 2022
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