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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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On The MIC with Ian Bamberger: "Born to Run" Bruce Springsteen Cover
Ian Bamberger gets On The MIC to deliver his rendition of the one and only, Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run."
Oct 11, 2024


On The MIC with Dan Ryebull: "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley Cover
Experience the soulful blend of influences as Dan Ryebull delivers a captivating cover of Bob Marley's "Three Little Birds."
Jul 19, 2024


On The MIC with Kate Keller: "Tears Dry On Their Own" by Amy Winehouse Cover
Just following the release of her biopic, we have a very timely On The MIC Cover by Kate Keller of one of Amy Winehouse's classic hits!
Jul 5, 2024


On The MIC with Jeremy Abrams: "Fear" by Cory Wells Cover
Check out Jeremy Abrams' On The MIC covering "Fear" by Cory Wells
May 10, 2024


Five Fast Facts: Dani Zanoni '20 Something' Video Interview!
Read the inside scoop on indie pop sensation Dani Zanoni's debut EP '20 Something'! Learn about the inspiration, writing process, and more.
Feb 6, 2024


On The MIC with Marc Del Giudice performing his *UNRELEASED* track, "Daylight Hours"
This week, for our series finale, we are excited to welcome Marc Del Giudice On The MIC, performing one of his unreleased tracks,...
Oct 13, 2023


On The MIC with valentine's day performing "Modelo"
This week, we're excited to welcome valentine's day On The MIC, for an exclusive performance of their track, "Modelo"! Why valentine's...
Oct 6, 2023


On The MIC with Loyalty to Me performing "Nuisance"
This week, Loyalty to Me treats us with an exclusive acoustic On The MIC performance of their track, "Nuisance"! Why Loyalty to Me Rocks...
Sep 29, 2023


On The MIC (Live! at Paradise Rock Club) with Dogs In A Pile performing "Fenway"
This week, we take a trip to Paradise Rock Club in Boston, Massachusetts to watch Dogs In A Pile's "Fenway"
Sep 22, 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


On The MIC with Catch Me If You Can performing *unreleased track* "Me Vs. The Lack of Context"
This week, we are so excited to welcome Ryan Hanratty (and his pup, Teddy!) On The MIC performing his currently *UNRELEASED* track, "Me...
Sep 8, 2023


On The MIC (Live at Downtown Disney) with Undecided Future performing "Look Up"
This week, we take a trip to Downtown Disney to watch Undecided Future's On The MIC (Live! at a Venue) performance of their track, "Look...
Sep 1, 2023


On The MIC with Almost Famous Friends performing "If You Need Me"
This week Tristan of Austin Texas' Almost Famous Friends gets On The MIC to perform one of the band's new tracks, "If You Need Me," solo!...
Aug 4, 2023


On The MIC (Live at Rockwood Music Hall) with The Love Robots performing "Parking Lot"
The Love Robots step On The MIC this week, live at Rockwood Music Hall in New York City performing their track, "Parking Lot." Why The...
Jul 28, 2023


On The MIC with Meg Whalen performing "Talking In My Sleep"
This week, we're excited to have Meg Whalen On The MIC for an exclusive performance of her track "Talking In My Sleep."
Jul 21, 2023


On The MIC with TBT (The Black Ties) performing their *UNRELEASED* track "Violet"
This week, we're welcomed in to TBT's (also known as The Black Ties) living room to hear an exclusive live performance of their...
Jul 14, 2023


On The MIC with Becky Crosby performing "Love Like Medicine"
This week, step into Becky Crosby's backyard and hear an exclusive live performance of her track, "Love Like Medicine" live On The MIC!...
Jul 7, 2023


On The MIC (Live at the Meatlocker) with GETLOST performing "Moon Water"
Experience the sounds and the energy of Montclair NJ's The Meatlocker. GETLOST performs "Moon Water" one of their new tracks off their...
Jun 30, 2023


On The MIC with The Lightning Bug Situation performing "Crazy Stuff"
Light up your day with this week's episode of On The MIC! Brian Miller of The Lightning Bug Situation performs his track "Crazy Stuff"...
Jun 23, 2023


On The MIC with Auburn Grey performing "When We Crawl"
This week On The MIC we welcome Auburn Grey On The MIC! We are thrilled to be able to share this awesome performance of "When We Crawl."
Jun 16, 2023
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