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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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Kill Me Kate’s Long-Awaited Debut Record: Fifteen Years of Chaos, Catharsis, and Comeback Energy
Discover the raw, cathartic energy of Kill Me Kate's debut record. Fifteen years in the making, Kill Me Kate is a testament to chaos and comeback.
Oct 30, 2025


King of Cups Delivers Cynical Holiday Cheer with “Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything”
Unwrap a dose of cynical holiday cheer with King of Cups' "Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything"
Dec 10, 2024


Jeremy Abrams Delivers Everything You Could Want in a One-Man Pop-Punk Anthem with "Blindside"
Discover Jeremy Abrams' pop-punk anthem "Blindside" - a one-man show packed with emotion, and powerful instrumentation!
Aug 2, 2024


King of Cups Unleashes Holiday Humor in "War On Christmas": A Tongue-in-Cheek Pop-Punk Delight
King of Cups injects a burst of alt-pop-punk energy into the holiday season with their latest release, "The War On Christmas."
Dec 6, 2023


"One More Shot": Shower Beers and SoSo Serve Up an Infectiously Rhythmic New Single
Direct and to the point, "One More Shot" serves as a vibrant testament to the timeless appeal of pop punk.
Nov 10, 2023


Pop-Punk Revived: Wishful Thinking's "Water Bottle" Delivers a Contemporary Anthem of Self-Discovery
Based in the heart of South Jersey, Wishful Thinking is a vibrant and energetic four-piece pop-punk band with an undeniable passion for...
Oct 26, 2023


King of Cups Strike a Chord with Their Heartfelt Neon Pop-Punk Bop and Music Video "Missing You"
Immerse yourself in the sonic world of King of Cups. This electrifying Neon Pop-Punk, Alternative, Pop-Rock, Emo-Pop duo, fronted by...
Oct 12, 2023


Sucker Punch Teams Up with Fellow New Jerseyan, Chris LoPorto, for "I’m Ready To Ride Giants, Kunu"
Sucker Punch is an emerging band deeply rooted in the New Jersey and Philly DIY punk scenes. Drawing inspiration from bands like The...
Sep 21, 2023


On The MIC with All Around performing "Chaos Road"
This week, we are so excited to welcome the All Around fun band On The MIC performing their track, "Chaos Road"!
Sep 15, 2023


Sucker Punch's new single "Worst Case Ontario" is Made for Headbanging
Starting out as a solo venture, Montclair NJ's Sucker Punch quickly turned into a full band of lifelong friends. Inspired by the...
Aug 16, 2023


Exclusive Interview with Love Island USA Star tiger del flor on her New Single"shut up and kiss me!"
Inspired by bands like Nirvana and Hole and growing up on the Seattle grunge scene, tiger del flor began her musical journey fronting an...
Jul 26, 2023


See Life Through Modern Life Elixir's "ROSE TINT"
Modern Life Elixir members Max Headroom, Dave Cooper, and Trevor Ramasir were connected by the Canadian Craigslist, Kijiji. Based in...
May 11, 2023


Video Gamer's Anthem: If Walls Could Talk's "Fs in Chat"
You'll be taking a stroll down memory lane while you're scream-singing the lyrics. "Fs in Chat" is a summer playlist add for sure.
Jun 21, 2022


Your Prayers Have Been Answered, Church Girls Released a New Single, “Telepathic Mind”
Church Girls come together to create angst, vulnerability, and optimism. Their latest track "Telepathic Mind" is pop punk perfection.
May 13, 2022


The Ultimate Introvert Anthem: FRND CRCL's "LIFEOFTHEPARTY"
From South Jersey comes FRND CRCL (pronounced friend circle ), a pop-punk band including members Aaron Smith (drums), Dom Giacalone (lead...
Mar 18, 2022
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