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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!
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!
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
*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...
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.
The MIC Mag's April 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!
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”
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"
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Can Indie Be Mainstream?: A Deep Dive on Raye
Can Indie Be Mainstream?: A Deep Dive on Raye
Mar 24
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.
Jan 13
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!
Aug 28, 2025
Meet The Weekend Lesbians: The MIC Mag's June 2025 Musicians of the Month!
Check out our June 2025 Musicians of the Month, the Weekend Lesbians!
Jun 5, 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
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, 2025
Five Fast Facts with Justin Meyer: Behind the Scenes of His Latest Release, "talking 'bout us"
Get the inside scoop with Justin Meyer talking 'bout us and his latest release.
Dec 5, 2024
Cinnamon Rayne’s “Caroline” Delivers Haunting Storytelling with Cinematic Soundscapes
Experience the haunting storytelling and cinematic soundscapes of Cinnamon Rayne's latest single "Caroline."
Nov 27, 2024
Five Fast Facts with Lou Zerker: From Blink-182 Influences and Tuba Playing to his New Single "Crazy"
Get to know Lou Zerker - from tuba player to London artist. Discover his Blink-182 influences and his new single "Crazy."
Oct 10, 2024
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
Grander's "Rumblestrip": From Scrapped Sessions to Infectious Polyrhythmic Grooves
Discover the remarkable journey behind Grander's latest single, "Rumblestrip," a polyrhythmic track that showcases their musical evolution!
Jul 12, 2024
Meet MØNTE: The MIC Mag's July Musician of the Month!
Discover the extraordinary talent of MØNTE, The MIC Mag's July Musician of the Month!
Jul 2, 2024
joy burklund & her band Unveil Guitar-Forward Debut Single "on the line"
Experience the debut single "on the line" by joy burklund & her band. Dive into their tight musicianship and captivating sound.
Jun 5, 2024
MØNTE's "23": Emotive and Relatable 5-Minute Journey of Existential Dread and Grappling with Growing Up
Experience MØNTE's "23" - a 5-minute journey of emotive storytelling and relatable introspection.
Jun 3, 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
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
Meet Abbie Roper: The MIC Mag's May Musician of the Month
Discover the captivating sounds of rockstar, Abbie Roper, The MIC Mag's May Musician of the Month!
May 1, 2024
Meet your friend juniper: The MIC Mag's April Musician of the Month!
Meet your friend juniper, The MIC Mag's April Musician of the Month!
Apr 9, 2024
Take a Horse, Don't Ride "Cowboys": MØNTE's Latest Single will have you hitting Repeat
Giddy up and listen to MØNTE's latest track, "Cowboys"!
Apr 5, 2024
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