The MIC Mag's August 2025 Issue!
- Stefani M.C. Janelli
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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!
t@b grrrl:
T@b grrrl is a fierce, femme-powered punk band that emerged from the Jersey suburbs in 2022, fueled by the raw vision of frontwoman Gianna "Gigi" Barwald. What began as a riot grrrl-inspired project with nods to ’90s icons like Bikini Kill has evolved into a fresh and fiery force in the NYC rock scene. With a sound that bridges generations from the gritty energy of Bratmobile to the modern edge of Pretty Sick, t@b grrrl is carving out space for bold, unapologetic expression.
This Month, The MIC Mag celebrated t@b grrrl as our Musicians of the Month!
Read more about t@b grrl here.
Nicole Ash "Seeing Signs"
Nicole Ash, a pop punk and alternative rock singer-songwriter based in North Carolina, started her musical career as a songwriter and guitarist. Best known for her guitar covers on social media, she has amassed over 85K followers.
The MIC Mag sat down with Nicole this month to talk about her latest release, "Seeing Signs," her guitar heroes, and artistic journey!
Read the interview, here!
Monte Maybe Jersey Devil
Throughout Jersey Devil, Monte Maybe keeps you on the edge of your seat, waiting for more with instrumental changes, harmonies, heart-wrenching lyrics, and creative storytelling. It immerses us in a world of folklore and the life experiences of Sophia Montalbano. This month, we joined Monte Maybe in her journey through the Pine Barrens!
Read about the record here!
Artur Menezes "Til It's Done (Tutu)"
"This is my version of D’Angelo’s 'Till It’s Done (Tutu),” with a tighter funk-rock groove and a lot of fuzz guitar. It’s the second release from my upcoming EP, covered, vol. i, after my take on “I Got Mine” by The Black Keys. We recorded it in the studio with a focus on feel and groove. I’ve always been a big fan of D’Angelo, and the message in this song really stuck with me. So I felt like I had to do my own version." - Artur Menezes
Read more about the song here!
King of Cups"Waited"
"‘Waited’ embodies spirit. It’s about the unseen force that drives us forward, even when things feel out of reach. The song moves from reflective verses into explosive choruses, representing that inner push to keep believing in something bigger than yourself." - Bryan Underwood
Read more about the track here!
Cre8ive MC Make Sure They Spell Your Name Right
Cre8ive MC’s debut album, Make Sure They Spell Your Name Right, tackles ideas of purpose, identity, introspection, resilience, power, politics, and survival with powerful and relatable lyrics. The album pushes us to think about who we are and what we want, because, in order to be remembered, we have to Make Sure They Spell Your Name Right. It’s important to remember that your name defines you, and that if they change your name, they erase your individuality, culture, and identity, so make sure they know who you are.
Melas Leukos "Magic is Alive"
Multidisciplinary artist, Melas Leukos, weaves the natural and outerworldly together to create her music, illustration, photography, ritual, and dance. Since Melas learned to talk, she was making up songs; it was her form of communication, and it was sacred. Shaped by the cycles of life, death, and rebirth, her music opens our eyes to the many journeys we travel. Her songs are tales from the unseen: animal messengers, nature spirits, and elemental truths. This single, "Magic is Alive" is a call to awake, to remember, and to listen with more than your ears; there is more to the world than what we see. It is not a metaphor; it's a truth. Magic is alive in you, me, and the world around us.
Read the interview, here!
On Repeat 🔁
Mallory Chipman “Road Song”
Jeremy Serwer “You’re a Drum”
Monte Maybe “Catalyst”
Richard Berger “Work It Out”
The Nightly Noodle, Opposite Action “Broken Record”
Another Face in the Crowd “Reignite”
Squares “Atmosphere”
the jack moves “Digital Whisper”
Jules “past life”
KING FALCON “Plastic Crown”
Evan Kreutz “maybe”
Eli Lev “My Wish Was You”
Quinn Hedges “Through Your Eyes”
Dan Cully “Changes”
Mildenhall “Cicadas”
Jack Kaune “Apology”
King of Cups “Waited”
Safety Training “Letting Go”
CF98 “Hate my life”
Mildenhall “The Big Sleep”
Jesse Creatchman “heat of the summer night”
Natasha Kate “A Good Wife”
Never Enough “A Last Goodbye”
Other Fun Things The MIC Mag + MG Did In August:
Getting your music featured in a motion picture is a huge accomplishment and no easy feat. But, how do you get there? Can an indie artist score one?
Read all about it here!
Success Story!
What's the history of queerness behind the Rock & Ro🎤 Nothing makes us prouder than hearing from the incredible artists we’ve worked with. From breakthrough releases to milestone moments, your feedback means everything to us.
Here’s what some of the incredible artists and collaborators are saying about their experience with The MIC Music Group. 💬
Summer Sale
Last Chance to, let your story shine! ☀️
Ready to pitch your music to festivals, venues, or blogs? For a limited time, when you purchase a professional EPK from The MIC Music Group, we’ll include a FREE bio refresh, because your story deserves to sound as good as your music.
Offer ends September 1st.
📌 EPK includes:
- PDF & Live Link Versions
- Artist bio + press photos
- Music + social links
- Branding guidance
🎁 Bonus: Your bio, reworked by our team to better reflect your current sound, goals, and style.
📩 Email stef@themicmg.com to claim yours before the summer sun sets on this deal!
NEW Service!
Need an expert in your pocket? 🎤✨ Meet: 24/7 Artist Support
Introducing a brand new service from The MIC Music Group — a private 1:1 Discord channel where you can ask anything, anytime.
Song Release Guide & Checklist (Digital Download)
Introducing The MIC Music Group’s FIRST digital download:
⚡️Song Release Guide & Checklist
⚡️After the success of our summer Masterclass, we realized how helpful an organized and insightful checklist can be. That’s why we created this guide—packed with tips, timelines, and tools to make your next song release seamless!
✨ What’s inside:- Digital + Printer-Friendly Versions- Budget Planner- Song Release Checklist- Goals Planner- Expert Tips & Insights
✨ Launch Offer: Get it for just $100 (originally $120) + FREE 15-minute Intro Call with our Founder for every purchase this month!
Have questions? Book a chat now!
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What are you waiting for? Check out our booking link here!