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Boys Like Girls’ nostalgic performance at The Wellmont Theater in Montclair, NJ on ‘The Soundtrack of Your Life Tour’ 4/11/26 | Photos & Review

Whether it’s 2026 or 2006, there is no doubt that emo is here to stay.
Showcasing two iconic albums, American rock band Boys Like Girls stopped at the Wellmont Theater in Montclair on The Soundtrack of Your Life Tour.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of their self-titled record, Boys Like Girls (2006), and the 17th anniversary of their sophomore album, Love Drunk (2009), in their entirety (and in tracklist order), the Boston band packed the New Jersey venue with emo, pop-punk, and rock fan...
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A hopeful breath of fresh air: Young The Giant’s ‘Victory Garden’ — Album Review - // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Different Kind of Love,” “God as Witness,” “Are You With Me?,” “Evergreen”
Artists You Might Like: Cage The Elephant, Almost Monday, The Happy Fits
Young The Giant has done it again: the indie-rock group released their sixth studio album, Victory Garden, feeling like a breath of fresh air from start to finish. The California band keeps up their reputation for emotional songwriting, danceable beats, and an unmistakable, authentic delivery, soundtracking a warm hug that could...
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Oliver Tree releases globally influenced fourth album, ‘Love You Madly Hate You Badly’ — Album Review - // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Crazy,” “Someone Else,” “Joyride,” “Flowers”
Artists You Might Like: Sub Urban, Weathan, Tommy Cash
Genre-defying artist and producer Oliver Tree has done it again: His fourth album, Love You Madly Hate You Badly, not only brings fans back to his early days but also introduces a new, experimental, and worldly sound. 
The satirical artist continues to push boundaries in music, blending his staple catchy sound with a fresh, dynamic feel for a riveting album. 
Though you can fe...
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Rainbow Kitten Surprise’s ethereal performance at The Wellmont Theater in Montclair, NJ on the Bones Tour 2026 | Photos & Review

Amid the first leg of The Bones Tour in support of their fourth studio album, bones, (2025), American alternative-rock band Rainbow Kitten Surprise filled the sold-out New Jersey venue with a wide array of concertgoers, from those in colorful outfits to concert black, ranging in all ages, from young children to their grandparents, all united by one thing: the music.


Starting the night, alternative-rock band Common People took the stage, touring in support of their then-upcoming debut EP Games...
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The complexity of being human: Lø Spirit searches for light in the dark in debut record, ‘Isn’t Life Beautiful’ – Album Review - // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Leeches,” “I Love You, But…” “Free,” “Somebody’s Superman”
Artists you may like: Bring Me The Horizon, Catch Your Breath, Nevertel
The creative project of American singer, songwriter, and producer, Joshua Landry, Lø Spirit dedicates his debut record, Isn’t Life Beautiful, to showcasing both his lyrical vulnerability and musical capabilities, exploring his personal relationship with mental health, and advocating for those who also face anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and MCAS.
With a ded...
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Sub Urban’s ‘If Nevermore (Anhedonia)’ is a delightfully unsettling trip through the human mind — Album Review - // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended tracks: “Hiraeth,” “Mycelium Eyes,” “Stay Still,” “Mascara”
Artists you might like: Two Feet, MISSIO, DNMO
Every once in a while, you stumble across an artist and their work speaks to you on another level. Whether it be through their lyrics, their unique sound, their visual identity, or just an interesting vibe… it’s like you accidentally uncovered a part of yourself that you had no idea was missing. 
This is the only way I could begin to describe genre-blending artist Sub Urban and...
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“Put flowers on my tombstone ‘cause I'll hate you 'til the day I'm dead”: Oliver Tree releases latest breakup track, “Flowers” | // MELODIC Magazine

Indie-rocker and internet personality Oliver Tree released his latest alternative song, “Flowers,” giving fans yet another taste of what’s to come on his upcoming album, Love You Madly, Hate You Badly, set to release this spring. 
A rage-filled breakup-anthem, “Flowers” will make you block your ex, wish them a violent death, and then dance on the wing of an airplane. 
While the pissed-off lyrics may call for a much angrier tone, the Santa Cruz artist continues to combine this anger with cheery a...
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Nothing More kicks off the second leg of the Carnal Nature Tour at the Wellmont Theater, NJ 2/19/26 | Photos & Review

San Antonio rock band Nothing More returned to The Wellmont Theater in an epic kick-off to the new year. 
Embarking on the second leg of their Carnal Nature Tour in support of their latest album, CARNAL (2024), Nothing More filled the New Jersey venue with a sea of black clothing and an audience excited to hear some intense songs, sweat it out to screaming, and vibe with like-minded people. 
The four-band bill was badass from start to finish, introducing the crowd to strong musical talent...
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Panic! At The Disco treats generations of music lovers to celebratory 20th Anniversary Deluxe ‘A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Karma Police (Live In Denver)”, “I Write Sins Not Tragedies (Demo)”, “There’s a Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered Honey, You Just Haven’t Thought of It Yet.”
Artists You Might Like: Fall Out Boy, Radiohead, The Smashing Pumpkins
Emos rejoice: The 20th Anniversary Deluxe edition of the iconic A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out is finally here. 
After breaking up just a short 2 years ago, American rock band Panic! At The Disco is back to celebrate their 2006 debut record, showcas...
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The Happy Fits says CELLO to Irving Plaza, NYC | Photos & Review | Throwback Thursday

A night of top-tier indie-rock tunes, locked in fans from the front to the back of the house, a surprise marriage proposal, and to top it all off: The most badass electric cello performance ever known to humankind. No one does it quite like The Happy Fits.


The high-energy band returned to New York City on December 10, 2025, at Irving Plaza in support of their stellar fourth studio album, Lovesick, released in September.


Originally set to play at the Brooklyn Paramount days later, the band...
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Grandson brings the revolution to Brooklyn on the INERTIA headlining tour at Warsaw, NYC | 11/07/25 | Photos & Review

New Jersey punk rap duo HO99O9 opened the night, bringing intense, hardcore vibes to the stage. The self-identified “Death Kult Mutant Freax” are currently supporting their third album, Tomorrow We Escape. I found myself stuck in the “stank face” for their entire set, impressed with their sick vocals and blend of metal, electronic, and rock. This performance was my first impression of the band, and they quickly made a fan out of me. 


Just a few minutes before grandson’s performance, actor and...
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Cage The Elephant’s electric performance at Night One at the Capitol Theatre, NY | 10/28/25 | Photos & Review

The last time alternative-indie rockstars Cage The Elephant performed in the New York/New Jersey area on the band’s 2024 “Neon Pill” headlining tour, frontman and broken boy himself Matt Shultz, unfortunately, performed with a broken foot for the majority of the tour. Nonetheless, he did nothing short of putting on an epic performance, but it was now time for NY/NJ to see Shultz at his fullest potential. 


On this night, we quickly learned that his “fullest potential” was non-stop energy and e...
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#TBT – The Happy Fits takeover Montclair’s The Wellmont Theatre in a special Halloween celebration! - WMSC 90.3 FM

Indie-rock project and New Jersey’s own The Happy Fits took over The Wellmont Theatre on October 28, 2023, to celebrate local music, the band’s latest album, and get in the Halloween spirit!
After nearly two months of their headlining tour, The Happy Fits treated (trick or treated, if you will) their home state to a full day of good vibes, spooky costumes, and incredible music, showcasing nine bands across two stages for hours of fun.
As both a standalone festival performance and the conclusion...
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“Heaven isn’t quite what it seems:” Bad Omens release powerful new single “Dying To Love” » // MELODIC Magazine

Heavy metal band Bad Omens has released their latest hard-hitting single “Dying To Love” via Sumerian Records, opening the doors to the band’s next chapter. 
Showcasing the stunning vocals of frontman Noah Sebastian, the bold new anthem is both a classic-sounding Bad Omens track, filled with metal, electronic, and rock influences, and a prime example of how the band is progressing their sound.
The new release is accompanied by an eerie music video created by director Nico Poalillo alongside Seba...
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Grimes releases haunting AI-focused single, “Artificial Angels” » // MELODIC Magazine

“This is what it feels like to be hunted by something smarter than you” is one terrifying way to start a song. 
Canadian electropop artist Grimes released her thought-provoking new single “Artificial Angels,” a timely song about the rise of technology and the artificial intelligence takeover of the digital landscape.
From the perspective of AI, “Artificial Angels” explores the inevitable demise of Earth and humanity as we know it, as it continues to expand and become smarter than before. 
The ar...
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Fall Out Boy treats fans to B-sides, remixes, and more to celebrate 20 years of ‘From Under The Cork Tree’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks (Disc 2): “Sugar, We’re Going Down (Acoustic),” “Nobody Puts Baby In The Corner (Acoustic)”
Artists You Might Like: Panic! At The Disco, My Chemical Romance, Paramore, New Found Glory
In the past 20 years, Fall Out Boy‘s sophomore album From Under The Cork Tree has received five RIAA Platinum certifications, in addition to the 9x Platinum hit “Sugar, We’re Goin Down,” and Platinum status for the single “A Little Less Sixteen Candles, A Little More ‘Touch Me’” — just to name a...
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Baby going worldwide: bbno$ delivers a non-stop party on self-titled album, ‘bbno$’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “hot topic,” “1-800,” “it boy,” “bing bong”
Artists you may like: Yung Gravy, Käärijä, Tommy Cash, Ashnikko
If you’re looking for an album packed with pop culture references, sexual innuendos, and oxymoronic rap atop an energetic beat, you’re in the right place. Canadian rapper and singer bbno$ has released his self-titled album, bbno$. The album is 50 minutes of never-pausing good time, with banger after banger that will have you up on your feet, bopping your head, and maybe...
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Ashnikko is living her best life on sophomore album ‘Smoochies’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Skin Cleared,” “Chichinya,” “Sticky Fingers,” “Itty Bitty”
Artists you may like: Princess Nokia, COBRAH, MARINA
Unafraid to show off her true self, Ashnikko‘s sophomore album Smoochies explores her vulnerability when it comes to heartache and sexual desire, and the mayhem that ensues. Atop a Y2K, one-of-a-kind blend of electronic, alternative, and hip-hop tunes (with a couple of surprises up her sleeve to keep fans on their hairy toes), this album is not only a demonstration...
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The Horrorwood saga continues in Ice Nine Kills’ latest homage to Batman ‘89, “The Laugh Track” » // MELODIC Magazine

American heavy metal band Ice Nine Kills brings listeners into Gotham City on their latest crime-ridden single, “The Laugh Track,” inviting psychos everywhere to “dance with the devil in the pale moonlight.” 
Frontman Spencer Charnas steps into the shoes of Jack Nicholson’s Joker from Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman film, recreating the iconic parade takeover through the city. The music video incorporates multiple references known to Batman fans, including the symbolic bat signal, villain-creating acid...
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Indie rockers Good Kid debut bittersweet new single, “Wall” » // MELODIC Magazine

Alternative rock group Good Kid has released their newest upbeat single, “Wall,” a catchy, bittersweet tune that looks back on a past relationship that has come to a close. 
About the new single, the band shares: 
“*’Wall’ is a story about running into your ex —*the ex. It’s about putting up walls, pretending you’re fine, even though a simple encounter at a vintage clothing shop can stir up everything you thought you left behind. […] This is the most uninhibited and unfiltered we’ve ever been, w...
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Good Neighbours invite listeners into their home of good vibes in debut album, ‘Blue Sky Mentality’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “found u/me,” “Suburbs,” “Kids Can’t Sleep,” “Home”
Artists you may like: Royel Otis, Milky Chance, Fitz & The Tantrums
In just one year, English indie-rock duo Good Neighbours topped rock-alternative charts in 2024, were nominated for multiple British music awards, and their viral debut single “Home” gained multiple certifications worldwide, including Platinum in the US (RIAA) and Gold in the UK (BPI) — all before the official release of an album.
Good Neighbours are taking...
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Wipe those tears and dial the phone: Zinadelphia releases the song to pick you up when you’re down in “Call Up Nancy” » // MELODIC Magazine

Philadelphia-based musician Zinadelphia debuted her latest single, “Call Up Nancy,” a jazzy anthem that urges listeners to turn to music and their best friends when times get tough.
The lovechild of Amy Winehouse, Gloria Gaynor, and Tammi Terrell, Zinadelphia is known for her harmonious blend of jazz, funk, Motown, and soul. “Call Up Nancy” is the perfect example of the singer-songwriter’s strength. 
While it’s easy to be frustrated with someone testing your nerves over and over again, to overan...
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The Happy Fits will make you dance and cry with their latest album, ‘Lovesick’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Wild In Love,” “Lovesick #1 (Misery),” “Everything You Do”
Artists you may like: iDKHOW, Phoneboy, Panic! At The Disco
The Happy Fits are back and better than ever: if you’ve been missing badass electric cello harmonies with an enchanting indie-rock sound, Lovesick is here to save the day. Lovesick has something for anyone looking for the classic, upbeat Happy Fits sound, the ballad and slower song enthusiasts, and those who want an album that keeps them on their toes. 
What...
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Take a journey with Milky Chance on their latest album, ‘Trip Tape III’ — Album Review » // MELODIC Magazine

Recommended Tracks: “Camouflage,” “Naked And Alive,” “Bigger Than Us,” “Passion”
Artists you may like: Sofi Tukker, Almost Monday, Young The Giant
If you know and love the German indie-rock band Milky Chance for their distinct blend of folk and electronic sounds, paired with their signature groovy vibe, you’re in luck! The dynamic duo of vocalist/guitarist Clemens Rehbein and bassist/percussionist Philipp Dausch stick to their roots in their latest collection of music, Trip Tape III, supplying y...
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