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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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10 Q's with 'the dt's'!
Stef from The MIC chats with Dave and Tom of 'the dt's' to discuss their latest music, writing process, and gear!
Dec 9, 2021
We're Not Whining with Whiner: Whiner's "Peace Out Cruel World"
NJ’s favorite goth-pop rockers, Whiner, bring their best to the table with a sophomore release, 'Peace Out Cruel World'.
Nov 29, 2021
Come Inside Rory D'Lasnow's "Songs From An Empty Room"
Rory D’Lasnow can fill a room, performing in venues from NYC’s The Bitter End to Nashville Tennessee’s Alley Taps. But D’Lasnow’s latest...
Nov 5, 2021
NJ's Alice in Wonderland: Dani Zanoni's "Rabbit Hole"
Known for her organic singer-songwriter approach, Dani Zanoni strolled into a new realm of electro-pop and fell into her “Rabbit Hole.”
Oct 22, 2021
“All You Hear” Is All We Want to Hear: Los Vincis New Single
John Paipilla (23), Josep Mejia (23), and Angelo Egoavil (22) met during a class at their local music shop and quickly turned their...
Sep 24, 2021
More from Moore: Jamie Moore Releases his Debut EP, "Stoneflower & Other Microsongs"
Multi-instrumentalist and music theory aficionado, Jamie Moore has finally released his much anticipated debut album.
Sep 1, 2021
Rural Russack: How Your Surroundings Affect Your Songwriting
An exclusive interview with Hackettstown, NJ's Zach Russack discussing songwriting, his latest single, and what's next for Russack.
Aug 24, 2021
Twelve A.M. Flowers' "Darling, Darling" is Good, Good
After an eight-year hiatus, Twelve A.M. Flowers returned with a much anticipated single, “Darling, Darling.”
Jul 30, 2021
Chakra's, Frequencies, and their Affect on Human Emotion: Chawktaw's, 'Sanatio'
Read all about Chawktaw's "Sanatio," and how he wrote this album with chakra's, frequencies, and human emotion in mind.
Jul 16, 2021
MilkMan Poured Us Another Glass
Eric Schwartz is always on the mic, whether for his popular alternative rock band Malibu , or his latest solo endeavor, MilkMan. MilkMan...
May 27, 2021
Kate Dressed Up Explores the Complexities of Sexuality in Latest Single "How Could I Have Known"
EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Katie Miller of Kate Dressed Up discussing their latest single, "How Could I Have Known"!
May 7, 2021
What Would D’Lasnow Do?: Rory D’Lasnow Talks Grieving With New Single “I Won’t Do Anything”
“I Won’t Do Anything,” by Rory D’Lasnow places a spotlight on mental health, fear and emotional struggle.
Apr 26, 2021
Hop Into Kate Dressed Up's "Ride Home"
Have you heard of Kate Dressed Up? Well, you should. Beginning as a solo act, leader Katie Miller has transformed her talents into a...
Mar 11, 2021
This "Krooked Man" Might 'Rattle Your Bones'
Who said a rock band needs four members to rattle your bones? Not this NJ duo. Since 2015, Marc Lampasona (drums, percussion, bass) and...
Feb 10, 2021
Our Two ¢ents: An Interview With Inno¢ent
Q: Congrats on your second full length release, Death Games! Tell us about it. What’s the story? A: First off, thank you for the praise....
Feb 2, 2021
Take A Trip To Outer Space With Moon Rabbit Retreat's "Habitat"
LONG STORY SHORT: Spacey, Synth Heavy Goodness.
Jan 26, 2021
A Merry Malibu Christmas: "Think 2 Much" Out Now!
Think 2 Much” is the best Christmas present not under the tree.
Dec 25, 2020
From Rockband to a Rock, Band: Skytop Motel's Debut Album "No Vacancy"
Today (12/18/2020), there will be No Vacancy at the Skytop Motel; well, not the actual motel, the band, of course, affectionately and...
Dec 18, 2020
Dave & Tom: NJ's Dulcet Duo
After meeting at a local mic in Central Jersey (yes, it exists),Dave Cacciatore and Tom Losito have been creating music together ever since.
Dec 15, 2020
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