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Beyond the T-Shirt: The Indie Artist's Guide to Using Merch to Build a Brand and Loyal Fanbase
Black tees are out. They're safe, they're boring, and every artist has one. The thing that actually sets you apart and grows a loyal fanbase? Merch that means something.
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.
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
Mourning Coffee Embraces the Awkward in New Song “Fight or Flight”
*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."
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
Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”
Mourning Coffee’s Intimate Journey Through Love and Loss with “Amor Fati”
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
Beyond the T-Shirt: The Indie Artist's Guide to Using Merch to Build a Brand and Loyal Fanbase
Black tees are out. They're safe, they're boring, and every artist has one. The thing that actually sets you apart and grows a loyal fanbase? Merch that means something.
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. V
It's your dose of Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV!
Women Behind the Hits: NJ Producer Edition
Some of the biggest sounds from music are being created far from the spotlight. Check out our 'Women Behind the Hits: NJ Producer Edition'
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!
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!
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 Catch Me If You Can: The MIC Mag's April 2026 Musician of the Month!
Meet our Musician of the Month: Catch Me If You Can! Ryan Hanratty has been pouring his heart into stages across Long Island, NYC, and New Jersey since 2012, and we couldn't be more excited to shine a spotlight on him this month.
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!
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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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.
Feb 4
Meet Madhavi Devi: The MIC Mag's April 2025 Musician of the Month
Meet Madhavi Devi! Run into her world of raw, heartfelt songwriting, headlining festivals, and the song she has coming out next!
Apr 1, 2025
Meet The Break Plans: The MIC Mag's December Musician(s) of the Month!
Meet The MIC Mag's December Musician(s) of the Month, The Break Plans!
Dec 3, 2024
Meet Your Best Nightmare: The MIC Mag's September Musician of the Month!
Meet Your Best Nightmare, The MIC Mag's September Musician of the Month!
Sep 12, 2024
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. III
Check out Volume III of our Monday Motivation from past The MIC Mag Musicians of the Month!
Jul 22, 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
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
Meet Jeff Petescia: The MIC Mag's March Musician of the Month!
Meet The MIC Mag's March Musician of the Month Jeff Petescia! Learn more about Jeff and check out his latest release!
Mar 5, 2024
Meet Eddie Kamenitzer: The MIC Mag's February Musician of the Month!
Discover the talented Eddie Kamenitzer, MIC Mag's February Musician of the Month. Dive into his latest release, upcoming projects and shows!
Feb 1, 2024
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists
Looking for some Monday Motivation? Get inspired by The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month as they share valuable advice for independent artis
Jan 15, 2024
Meet Natasha Blaine: The MIC Mag's January Musician of the Month
Discover the musical magic of Natasha Blaine, The MIC Mag's January Musician of the Month.Dive into her soulful melodies and musical journey
Jan 8, 2024
Meet Sean Tobin: The MIC's December Musician of the Month
Meet Sean Tobin, The MIC's December Musician of the Month. Dive into his selfless album, 'Hands Like Mine.'
Dec 8, 2023
Meet: Lucid Dream The MIC's September Musician of the Month
Meet Lucid Dream Photo Credit: Stuart Robertson In the face of challenges ranging from broken snares mid-performance to a global pandemic...
Sep 2, 2023
Meet LO LA: The MIC's August Musician of the Month
Meet LO LA: Multi-instrumentalist LO LA is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter. Igniting a passion for music at a very young age, LO LA...
Aug 3, 2023
Monday Motivation from The MIC's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists
Every month we ask our Musicians of the Month, "What advice do you have for aspiring independent artists?"
Jul 17, 2023
Meet Rosie Timmon: The MIC's May Musician of the Month
Meet Rosie Timmon: Photo Credit: Lila Barth Rosie Timmon is a Dublin, Ireland, native but recently moved to New York City to achieve her...
May 1, 2023
Meet Songbird: The MIC's April Musician of the Month
Meet Songbird: Photo Credit: Jordan Szostak Songbird flies in from Brick, NJ honing her skills since she was seven playing classical...
Apr 3, 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
Meet Hunter Guzenski: The MIC's February Musician of the Month
Welcome to The MIC's very first Musician of the Month! For our first edition we have February's Musician of the Month, Hunter Guzenski!...
Feb 2, 2023
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