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Meet Women in STEM: The MIC Mag's March 2026 Women's History Month Musicians of the Month!
Meet our Women's History Month Musicians of the Month: Women in STEM. Women in STEM is an indie-rock trio made up of Sam Caspary, Finn Sleppy, and Ella Adams, bringing girl group energy and a serious power complex to everything they do. With a sound as scrumptious as their attitude is bold, these three are carving out their own corner of the indie-rock world, one irresistible track at a time.


Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single


The MIC Mag's February 2026 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."


Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single
Frederick James Refuses "Walking Through Hell" in New Single


Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”
Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”


Class is in Session: Liam Naughton & The Educators Step Into the Spotlight with "I Want To Go Out Tonight"
Class is in Session: Liam Naughton & The Educators Step Into the Spotlight with "I Want To Go Out Tonight"


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


Beach Daze Talks New Single “Everything We Ever Wanted” and Kicking Off 2026 With an Upbeat, House-Inspired Sound
Beach Daze Talks New Single “Everything We Ever Wanted” and Kicking Off 2026 With an Upbeat, House-Inspired Sound


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


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 Women in STEM: The MIC Mag's March 2026 Women's History Month Musicians of the Month!
Meet our Women's History Month Musicians of the Month: Women in STEM. Women in STEM is an indie-rock trio made up of Sam Caspary, Finn Sleppy, and Ella Adams, bringing girl group energy and a serious power complex to everything they do. With a sound as scrumptious as their attitude is bold, these three are carving out their own corner of the indie-rock world, one irresistible track at a time.


The MIC Mag's February 2026 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 P-Funk North: The MIC Mag's February 2026 Musicians of the Month!
Meet our Musicians of the Month: P-Funk North
Formed in 2013 by David Sloyan, North Plainfield, NJ’s P-Funk North delivers high-energy, lyric-driven reggae rock, has shared stages with The Offspring, The Wailers, and Slightly Stoopid, appeared on festival lineups alongside 311, Sublime, Cage the Elephant, and Blink-182, and has a new album on the way.


































































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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The MIC Mag's October 2024 Issue!
Check out what we've been up to this month, and who we've had on repeat in The MIC Mag's October 2024 Issue!
Nov 1, 2024


EPK vs. One Sheet: What's the Difference and Why Do Indie Artists Need Them?
Unsure about the difference between an EPK and a One Sheet? As an indie artist, find out why you need 'em, and what should go in each!
Jul 3, 2024


Independent and Iconic: How to Build Your Artist Brand as an Indie Musician or Band
Unlock the secrets to crafting an iconic independent artist brand, from visual identity to authenticity!
Jun 12, 2024


WTF?! I'm an Indie Artist and I Just Paid for a Blog Post and I Didn’t Get 10,000 More Fans?!
Hear the brutal truth about paying for blog posts and what their purpose is in your music promo strategy!
May 23, 2024


On The MIC *Cover* Series Debut: "I Know You" by Faye Webster performed by planet zuz
On our debut episode of our On The MIC *Cover* Series, planet zuz perform's Fay Webster's "I Know You"
Apr 26, 2024


Pitch Perfect: Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Reaching Out to Music Blogs as an Independent Artist or Band
Avoid these top 5 mistakes when pitching to music blogs! Learn how to stand out and make a great impression as an independent artist or band
Feb 20, 2024


The Essential Guide to Your Artist Bio – Why You Need It and How to Use It
Uncover the power of your Artist Bio - It's not just a blurb, it's a game-changer for emerging artists. Learn why you need it and how to use
Jan 18, 2024


Five Fast Facts: Jay Wood's 'Respire'
Embrace the evocative melodies and resilient spirit of alt-indie acoustic singer-songwriter Jay Wood as she unveils her highly...
Sep 6, 2023


Best Ways to Support Independent Artists: Are You a Bad Friend?
After coming across a Stereogum Instagram Post, we began thinking. The band Oceanator stumbled across a sign at a venue they were playing...
May 25, 2023


From Label to Indie Artist: Here's the Long Story Short on Sharl's Track "I Fell in Love"
Remerged in 2022 as an independent artist, Melbourne-based Sharl is ready to enter back into the world of pop. Originally signed to a UK...
Oct 26, 2022
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