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Pink Skull Garden – “Busy Today”
Country: US
Genre: Punk
Words From the Artist/PR: “The song’s all about being a confused teenager trying to figure stuff out, set to a fun pop-punk/skate-punk beat. It’s about feeling like you don’t belong and dealing with the awkwardness of growing up. The catchy “na-na-na” parts really drive home that mix of frustration and boredom that comes with being young. The lyrics show a kid who feels misunderstood and is looking for some attention from busy parents. Lines like “In school they used to call me four eyes” highlight the struggles with self-esteem and dealing with bullies, making the kid feel even more alone. The music has a cool 2000s vibe, with fast guitars, pounding drums, and catchy tunes—perfect for skateboarding and bringing back that rebellious feel from the early 2000s. The fast tempo contrasts with the more serious lyrics, creating a mix that really captures teenage angst and the fight to keep going. It’s a relatable song for anyone who’s felt out of place or stressed out by growing up, giving a fun, energetic outlet for those feelings.”
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Blanker – “Air Quotes (Fall In Love)”
Country: US
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “The closing track from Blanker’s new EP, All’s Fair – Vol. II, this song details a couple trying to maintain a pristine public image while in a rapidly deteriorating relationship.”
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The Last Troubadour – “Microphones”
Country: US
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “High Energy Alternative / Emo that is sure to get stuck in your head!”
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Finn Forster – “Grey Skies”
Country: UK
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “Grey Skies is a song about starting at the very bottom of whatever it is you are wanting to set out to achieve and then being knocked down some more, but using the whole experience to motivate you forward whatever the weather and whatever the situation and ultimately never stopping until you get there.”
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Vikki Minor – “COOL”
Country: Canada
Genre: Pop Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “We’ve all had a crush – either on a friend or a stranger we saw for two seconds across the record store, where we can’t help obsessing and imagining our lives with them. The colours seem brighter and just thinking about them makes you want to dance on your bed to your favourite CD. I wrote the chorus first and fell in love with the hook, then wrote the verses listing the coolest things about a person I could think of and got a bit cheeky in the bridge about how this crush may not last forever, but it’s “worth a shot!”
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Portside Dive – “Been About U”
Country: US
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “Have you ever dealt with someone in your life that makes every single about themselves? That’s what this song is about.”
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Halfloves – “Just Wanna Sleep”
Country: US
Genre: Indie Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “Grappling with yet another bout of serious depression & exhausting burnout, songwriter Trevor Polk remembered the sunshine while biking through Iowa hills blaring 60s rock & roll, singing along to the likes of Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, & Little Richard. Inspired by the raucously joyful performances & raw simplicity in the production of that pioneering decade, Polk took to the guitar & pen as therapy to craft an ironically heartfelt & relatable confession: “I just wanna sleep.””
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The Band Famous – “Champion Mindset”
Country: US
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “This is my Pride and anti-bullying song! I wanted to release it special for Pride month, as I proudly identify as a bi, queer, cis female. I’ve faced my fair share of bullying and harassment for simply being authentically myself. Too bad for my haters, I’ll never stop.”
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The Stone Eye – “High Frequency Hog”
Country: US
Genre: Grunge
Words From the Artist/PR: “”High Frequency Hog” is the first song that the band has finished writing with their new bassist Jacob, and it showcases the band’s musical capabilities. Right out the door the main riff, which Burdick came up with, is a sonic titan that sets the tone for the entire song. Solidly still The Stone Eye’s badge, but an underlying lean towards the ’90s STP. The band members’ individual talents shine through in the song, with each instrument contributing to the overall sound. “
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Sister Ghost – “Dark Matter”
Country: Ireland
Genre: Alt Rock
Words From the Artist/PR: “‘Beyond The Water’ is the culmination of years of toil and grit across the underground scene in recent years. The record also features Jeff Friedl on drums, who has also played with A Perfect Circle and is currently the drummer with DEVO. Highlighted by its stellar new offering “Dark Matter”, her latest material offers a new era within her sound, one focusing on her progressive songwriting and empowering lyricism throughout. ‘Beyond The Water’ is an amalgam of sorts, a portrait of Sister Ghost’s 20s as a queer woman from a tiny village in rural Ireland, and her experiences both near and far beyond the waters of home.”
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