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AI band, The Velvet Sundown, “Not quite human. Not Quite Machine:” All You Need To Know
Explore the rise of The Velvet Sundown, an AI band challenging music's boundaries. Learn about The Velvet Sundown's journey and controversies.


Feel Like You're Racing Against Time? Angie Colman Wonders the Same in Part 1 of Her Debut Album, 'How Do I Make My Life Slow Down?'
Feel Like You're Racing Against Time? Angie Colman Wonders the Same on Her Debut Album, 'How Do I Make My Life Slow Down?'


Five Fast Facts: Vaarin Reflects on her new Album and the Comfort of 'Heading Home'
Discover VAARIN's journey and the heartfelt inspiration behind her latest album, 'Heading Home'.


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."


Gabrielle Lea On The MIC performing her song "Gloria," Written Specifically for this Special Pride Month Episode
In celebration of Pride Month, Gabrielle Lea penned an original song just for this very special episode of On The MIC.


Feel Like You're Racing Against Time? Angie Colman Wonders the Same in Part 1 of Her Debut Album, 'How Do I Make My Life Slow Down?'
Feel Like You're Racing Against Time? Angie Colman Wonders the Same on Her Debut Album, 'How Do I Make My Life Slow Down?'


King of Cups Take Aim at a Broken Political System with Fiery New Single “Watch The World Burn”
King of Cups light a match under the political chaos with their explosive new single “Watch The World Burn” — a fiery blend of pop-punk and post-hardcore that calls out corruption and hollow promises.


Still Hung Up on an Ex? Francesca Fuentes gets it with her latest music video, “I Just Wanna Be Your Lover Again” now playing on MTV
Discover the heartache and longing in Francesca Fuentes' new music video, "I Just Wanna Be Your Lover Again," now playing on MTV!


Five Fast Facts: Vaarin Reflects on her new Album and the Comfort of 'Heading Home'
Discover VAARIN's journey and the heartfelt inspiration behind her latest album, 'Heading Home'.


Five Fast Facts: Frankie Muriel’s “THOSE WERE THE NIGHTS,” but There are More To Come
Explore the journey of Frankie Muriel from St. Louis to chart-topping success. Discover more about Frankie Muriel's new solo track, "Those Were The Nights," and career.


From the Boy in a Bedroom, to the Woman On Stage: Interview with Transgender Artist Kid Keen, Exploring their Journey and Upcoming Release, “I Thought Your World Was Ending”
From the Boy in a Bedroom, to the Woman On Stage: Interview with Transgender Artist Kid Keen, Exploring their Journey and Upcoming Release, “I Thought Your World Was Ending”


AI band, The Velvet Sundown, “Not quite human. Not Quite Machine:” All You Need To Know
Explore the rise of The Velvet Sundown, an AI band challenging music's boundaries. Learn about The Velvet Sundown's journey and controversies.


The History of Queerness in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Was it Accepted in 1986?
Explore the history of queerness in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Was the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame accepting of LGBTQ+ artists in 1986?


You're Invited! Pride Fests Near You 2025
Discover Pride Fests near you in 2025! Enjoy music, food, and fun at various Pride Fests across NJ and NY. Celebrate and join the festivities!


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...


The MIC Mag's June Pride 2025 Issue!
Check out The MIC Mag's June Pride 2025 issue featuring our Musicians of the Month, The Weekend Lesbians, and special Pride On The MIC episodes from DANE, Ela Martini, Gabrielle Lea, and Joe Grisanzio!


Meet The Weekend Lesbians: The MIC Mag's June 2025 Musicians of the Month!
Check out our June 2025 Musicians of the Month, the Weekend Lesbians!


The MIC Mag's May 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month Issue!
Discover The MIC Mag May issue with exclusive interviews, mental health tips, and more.


































































You're Not Broken, You're Just "Bent": Check out Rhonette Smith's New Single
Dive in to Rhonette Smith's powerful new single "Bent," exploring themes of brokenness and survival


Make it a Weekend to Remember with MAUCH and Roe Knows Best's EP, 'Weekend at Mauchies…Vol. 1'
Make it a Weekend to Remember with MAUCH and Roe Knows Best's EP, 'Weekend at Mauchies… Vol 1'


RODERIK Unpacks the "All or Nothing" Tug-of-War in Toxic Relationships in their latest Single
Explore RODERIK's latest single "All or Nothing," delving into toxic relationships.
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Cinnamon Rayne’s “Caroline” Delivers Haunting Storytelling with Cinematic Soundscapes
Experience the haunting storytelling and cinematic soundscapes of Cinnamon Rayne's latest single "Caroline."
Nov 27, 2024


Russell Murray’s "Shallow" Explores the Dark Realities of Manipulation and Gaslighting with Powerful Delivery
Dive into the intense world of Russell Murray's "Shallow," as he confronts manipulation and gaslighting with a powerful vocal delivery.
Aug 28, 2024


Record Rewind: Marina Ogalla's Debut Single Captures the Pain of Heartbreak—One Side Shattered, the Other "Fine"
Discover the heart-wrenching tale behind Marina Ogalla's debut single "Fine" as she captures the pain of heartbreak.
Jul 17, 2024


Layth, dreamingofmars, and 10pmsux Release Collaboration "NOT SORRY": An Unapologetic Anthem for Your Fun, Feral Summer
Unleash your feral summer energy with "NOT SORRY" by Layth, dreamingofmars, and 10pmsux. A genre-blending anthem for living unapologetically
Jul 16, 2024


Grander's "Rumblestrip": From Scrapped Sessions to Infectious Polyrhythmic Grooves
Discover the remarkable journey behind Grander's latest single, "Rumblestrip," a polyrhythmic track that showcases their musical evolution!
Jul 12, 2024


Sip on Water Street’s "Decaf Daydream": A Brew of Indie Pop with Creative Chord Choices
Discover Water Street's new single, "Decaf Daydream" - a blend of indie pop and creative chord choices.
Jul 8, 2024


Dark Intrigue Meets Relentless Ferocity in Saving Vice's Latest Single "Blood or Wine?"
From the picturesque landscapes of Vermont, and emerging from the vibrant New England metal scene, comes the band Saving Vice.
Nov 2, 2023


Edie Yvonne's "Queen Bee": A Trip to 2000s Pop, Reliving Teenage Years and the Mean Girls Hierarchy
Despite its brevity at just 2 minutes and 4 seconds,"Queen Bee" leaves a lasting impression.
Oct 10, 2023


"climbing" Out of Your Rut: Join retrovale. on a Sonic Journey from Stagnation to Hope
retrovale.'s "Climbing" is a multifaceted and emotionally charged musical journey.
Oct 4, 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


BreakTime's "Love And Harmony": A Timeless Tune with Seamless Harmonies
BreakTime's "Love And Harmony" delivers a sense of old-school fun and bliss without overthinking it.
Sep 14, 2023


BreakTime's "She's The One" Resurrects a Timeless Era and Pays Homage to Greats like The Beatles
What originally began as a conventional Jersey cover band in 2018 has undergone a remarkable evolution. Their live performances have...
Sep 7, 2023


Late 9 and Patient Sixty-Seven Resurrects 2010’s -core in new single, "Breathe For Me"
Emerging from Boston, MA, Late 9 has carved their niche as a dynamic metalcore/post-hardcore outfit, renowned for their explosive verses,...
Aug 25, 2023


ACTHEKiDFROMSPACE, Rhaffy team up again for the rhythmic, "DON'T TALK TO ME"
ACTHEKiDFROMSPACE, an innovative self-taught artist and sound engineer from Montreal, Canada, is known for his genre-defying sound,...
Aug 22, 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


Hear the "SNOWFALL" with Jai Winter
Jai Winter is a rapper, singer-songwriter, and engineer. Growing up in his hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jai Winter learned how...
Aug 9, 2023


Karen Harding Tackles her Insecurities in new single "Insane For A Moment"
Karen Harding's "Insane For A Moment" is a track all audiences can resonate with.
Jul 4, 2023


Relax While "Skipping Stones On A Salt Lake" with Gordon Holland
Gordon Holland likes to explore, and his latest EP, Skipping Stones On A Salt Lake, explores blending genres. Gordon Holland played for...
Jun 13, 2023


Already Topping Spotify Playlists, Australia's 'jnr.' Releases a New Single "U Stay On My Mind"
Ben Silva is 'jnr.' an Australian pop singer-songwriter aiming to create soundscapes. His influences include The 1975, Bon Iver, Tame...
May 18, 2023


Squares Takes You on a Trip of Intoxicating Lust in New Single "Light of You"
Squares is a group from Washington, D.C., creating indie rock and pop to stay in your head for days. Created by multi-instrumentalist...
May 4, 2023
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