Been Stellar, the 5-piece indie rock band from Brooklyn, is onto something. The band turns everyday observations into fascinating stories of city life. By resisting to emulate their influences, the band has tapped into a new sound. Vocalist Sam Slocum and guitarist Skyler St. Marx talk to us about authenticity in songwriting, playing shows in the US and NYC’s power to inspire and interfere with the band’s creative process.

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Atlanta 5-piece Upchuck are without a doubt a punk band. Their debut album Sense Yourself fuses sounds from metal, psychedelic, hardcore and cumbia to create something distinct. Lead guitarist Mikey chats about Upchuck’s origin, community, touring and what lies ahead for the band.

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Indianapolis post-punk / coldwave project Angel-Maker have released their complete collection of seasons EP series. The band’s founder Chris Nelson talks to us about the band’s songwriting process, aesthetics, recreating their recorded sound on stage and more.

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The Bobby Lees’ Macky Bowman talks about the record, group dynamics and more.

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