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Five Fast Facts: sugarwife on “Getting Closer” and Starting Over

"I Was Running Away From the Thing I Loved": Lucy Kaplansky on Coming Home to Music, The Lucy Story, and Her Flounder's House Show

From Chicago folk clubs to Greenwich Village stardom-in-the-making, to a doctorate in clinical psychology, and back to music for good. 🎶 Folk legend Lucy Kaplansky opens up about walking away from the spotlight, finding her way home, and her tenth album, 'The Lucy Story.' Catch her live at the Flounder's House Concert Series in Hillsborough, NJ!

Meet Belle Shea: The MIC Mag's September 2026 Musician of the Month!

Meet Belle Shea: The MIC Mag's September Musician of the Month 🎸 Brooklyn-based, South Florida–born alternative rock artist. Her music blends introspective, intimate lyricism with melodies and guitar riffs streaked with sunlight. She's releasing her album 'In Living Memory this year, led by singles "Choke" and the deeply personal "Supercollider." ✨

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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."

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music features

“The Well” by Hilary Cousins: Exploring Loss, Nostalgia, and Self-Identity

Jet Lag Motel shows their Fast and Steady Progression with new EP, 'Baythorne Days'

The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going

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interviews

Five Fast Facts: sugarwife on “Getting Closer” and Starting Over

"I Was Running Away From the Thing I Loved": Lucy Kaplansky on Coming Home to Music, The Lucy Story, and Her Flounder's House Show

Building a Music Community: NY/AP Music Exchange Founders on Booking, Collaboration, and Local Support

We sat down with Phil and Brian, co-founders of the NY/AP Music Exchange, to talk about how they're bringing the New York and Asbury Park music scenes together. From their early days booking shows, they shared it all — plus their advice for building real community in the music industry.

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Understanding Music Royalties: A Guide for Indie Artists

Did you know you could be missing out on royalties you've already earned?

Black Queer Artists That Are Reshaping the Music Industry

Each of these black queer artists has been pushing to the forefront in their own unique way and stopping at nothing to be heard.

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!

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live! Events

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!

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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!

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Five Fast Facts: sugarwife on “Getting Closer” and Starting Over

"I Was Running Away From the Thing I Loved": Lucy Kaplansky on Coming Home to Music, The Lucy Story, and Her Flounder's House Show

Meet Belle Shea: The MIC Mag's September 2026 Musician of the Month!

*Holiday* On The MIC with Lavender Disaster performing "Solstice Carole," a Pagan Yule Song

Ela Martini On The MIC Performing her Original Track "Shy Girl" for Pride Month

The Joe Grisanzio Band On The MIC Performing Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You" LIVE at Pocono Pride

“The Well” by Hilary Cousins: Exploring Loss, Nostalgia, and Self-Identity

Jet Lag Motel shows their Fast and Steady Progression with new EP, 'Baythorne Days'

The Quivering Palm 'Perpetual Motion Vol. 2': an Album That Keeps Going

Five Fast Facts: sugarwife on “Getting Closer” and Starting Over

"I Was Running Away From the Thing I Loved": Lucy Kaplansky on Coming Home to Music, The Lucy Story, and Her Flounder's House Show

Building a Music Community: NY/AP Music Exchange Founders on Booking, Collaboration, and Local Support

Understanding Music Royalties: A Guide for Indie Artists

Black Queer Artists That Are Reshaping the Music Industry

You're Invited! Pride Fests Near You 2026

Montclair Porchfest: Where Each Porch Becomes a Stage

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW: Mourning Coffee Set to Host Release Party for New Album April 25th, 2026

How To Release a Song in 2024: Rollout & Checklist - MASTERCLASS By The MIC MG & The Vault on July 16th!

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The Eiffels Blend Indie Rock and Dancefloor Energy in Their Feel-Good Anthem "Beautiful Life"

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