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Swift's three new trademark applications are the latest salvo in an industry-wide reckoning with AI voice cloning, deepfakes, and the future of artistic ownership.
When emo bands sell out 14,000-capacity amphitheaters, something has changed. We look at what the touring economy looks like for independent music in 2026.
From Ian Sweet to Courtney Barnett to Snail Mail: bedroom pop grew up and took the stage, and the resulting scene is one of 2026's most interesting stories.
Friko, Horsegirl, and a broader scene that's developing without a name for itself. Chicago indie rock in 2026 doesn't sound like anything else.
Death Cab sign to Anti-. American Football and Ian Sweet on Polyvinyl. Snail Mail's Matador. Friko's ATO. The independent label ecosystem is doing exactly what it's supposed to.
No TikTok viral moments. No streaming playlists. Just good music, great live shows, and a guitarist who covered Justin Bieber at Coachella. A scene report.
The genre never went away — it just got more intimate. A look at how post-rock has evolved into something more personal, and why 2026 is the proof.
With the band announcing their biggest tour yet, it's time to break down exactly why Getting Killed matters. Starting with 'THERE'S A BOMB IN MY CAR.'
For the first time in years, a genuinely weird indie rock band is about to play the most-watched live performance platform in America. Does it matter?