the rundown

Get your new music fix with these brand spankin’ new tunes from all over the world – you can also find these songs on our Limited Time Offer Spotify playlist. 

Slow Coda – “Drive-Thru”

Country: US

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “The song is called “Drive-Thru.” It features the excellent Dan Konopka (OK Go) on drums, and it’s the first single from our upcoming sophomore album, Heavy Zen. Drive-Thru is about desperately trying to cling to the good things in life when presented with mostly bad things. It’s about riding the wave, even if the rip current is headed for oblivion. Throw it on and slide into the abyss with us. And don’t forget to ask for extra ketchup packets on the way down.”

KidBlank – “Just Begun”

Country: US

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “This track is a high-octane blast of upbeat rock with a fresh twist—marrying shimmering ’80s influence with modern edge. Built around a blistering guitar riff and an unforgettable breakbeat turnaround, the song captures the emotional rollercoaster of love with lyrics that swing from chaos to clarity. “Just Begun” blends catchy hooks, driving guitars, and a soaring chorus that celebrates resilience and rediscovery.”

Electric Phantoms – “Lost Soul”

Country: UK

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “Lost Soul is our fourth single on our first EP. It’s about a lone rider that braves cold winds, endless roads, and haunting shadows on a relentless quest to find the spark and light that once felt like home.”

Great Mistakes – “Second-Hand Suicide”

Country: Canada

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR:  “Second-Hand Suicide is a song about the on-going battle in our minds between the light and the dark.”

Cali Three – “Circle of Life”

Country: US

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “”Circle of Life” is an anthemic, soul-stirring alt rock track by C3 that blends poetic storytelling with uplifting energy. It captures life’s raw contrasts love and loss, struggle and triumph while urging listeners to bend but never break. With its cinematic verses, explosive choruses, and a message of resilience, gratitude, and connection, this is the kind of song that moves hearts, fuels playlists, and inspires a global audience to keep going no matter what.”

Jodie Langford – “S.T.B.Y.”

Country: UK

Genre: Post-Punk

Words From the Artist/PR: “I’m a big fan of John Cooper Clarke & I think his poem TWAT is ace & S.T.B.Y (sucks to be you) is inspired by that. I don’t really have any enemies or anybody that I hate, so this track isn’t about anyone in particular – but I just found it fun to play around with metaphors & similes. It’s also a great release for me to just yell for a bit & pretend that I’m fuming. Otherwise, bolognaise stained containers also really get on my nerves, so I wanted to find some way to fit that into a song”

Corpus Delecti – “Room 36”

Country: France

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “Corpus Delicti returns with Liminal, a new record that is both dark and luminous, vibrant and urgent, set for release in November 2025. As a major name in French—and even international—post-punk scene, the band is back with music that remains faithful to their roots while embracing a modern edge. The first single, Room 36, reveals a haunting and powerful atmosphere, elevated by a collaboration with contemporary artist Jean-Luc Verna, whose artwork graces the album cover. Verna also appears in the music video, creating a visual mise en abyme that blends contemporary art with a dark, avant-garde aesthetic.”

The Party After – “Blast Off”

Country: US

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “Lovers of alt rock, hard rock,grunge and even bluesy rock are the type of listeners to embrace this band that could be aptly labeled as “dystopian party rock”. Blast Off itself is a cynical look at an idea that anyone who’s ever been in a band (and many who haven’t) would understand… the “Lets get famous!” mindset that seems so very enticing, but is it really?”

ZDAN – “save me (rock n roll)”

Country: US

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “As a Canadian-born artist, I didn’t expect to be writing songs about a woman’s right to choose in 2025, but I have an American daughter. When Roe v. Wade was overturned, it was no longer about me. It was about my daughter’s future, being able to love who she wants, and her ability to choose what’s right for her. I’m angry, as we all should be, and getting to use music as an avenue to stand up for these things couldn’t be more crucial. The best part is that my daughter loves singing along to it, too.”

Witchshifter – “Apt. 213”

Country: Germany

Genre: Post-Punk

Words From the Artist/PR: “Berlin-based band Witchshifter unveils their second single, a searing blend of post-punk, noise rock, and blackgaze. Titled “Apt. 213,” the track draws its name and dark energy from one of the most chilling true crime stories in modern history. Turn it up and step inside.”

Uncle Strut – “Love”

Country: Canada

Genre: Alt Rock

Words From the Artist/PR: “‘Love’ is about one person trying to keep the relationship alive while the other has already started to drift away. It reflects a growing distance and plays an important role in moving the story of Home at Last forward.”