The last Bandcamp Friday of the year is here! Check out our list of recommendations.

After releasing their excellent debut album Get Weak, New York grungegaze band Glimmer hit the road. Stopping in various cities including Chicago, Philly, and Nashville, the four-piece took some photos of life on tour. See the photos and read more about the album at the link!

There is no Bandcamp Friday in November. We put together a list of recommended albums you should buy anyway!

soundvsystem records debut compilation daylight x darknight is out today! Read more about the concept and the songs on the release.

Today we are announcing our new label soundvsystem records! On Friday October 24th, we’ll be releasing our first compilation daylight x darknight. Read up!

It’s Bandcamp Friday! We’re back with another list of recommended albums you should buy. Support indie music!

It’s Bandcamp Friday! We compiled a list of recommended albums/EPs you should buy. Support indie music!

Pittsburgh shoegaze band Weird Era makes a bold first impression with their debut EP Shrine. It’s a raw, distortion-laced release fueled by a strong DIY spirit and creative chemistry. Shrine is more than just a sonic experience. It’s a product of close friendships, spontaneous songwriting, and a clear love for their local scene. In our interview, the band opens up about capturing lightning-in-a-bottle moments, embracing vulnerability in lyrics, and why they don’t see their music as a business. Plus, they shout out some of Pittsburgh’s most exciting indie acts.

Bandcamp Friday is off for the next couple of months. We compiled a list of recommended albums/EPs you should pick up anyway!

Bandcamp Friday is back this month. See our list of recommended albums/EPs to pick up tomorrow!

There is no Bandcamp Friday this month. See some of our favorite recent releases that you should consider picking up anyway.

Italy’s Flame Parade made their U.S. debut at New Colossus Festival last month. Their diverse musical backgrounds, ranging from classical training to emo bands, fuels their sonic experimentation. We spoke with Flame Parade about music’s power to connect, their songwriting process, and the energy of live performance.

Mahogany blends genres including classical, shoegaze & post-punk into their signature “hypercube” style. Their approach to live performance was on full display at The New Colossus Festival’s Shoegaze Party. Read our exchange where they talk songwriting, gear and Kraftwerk.

Bandcamp Friday is back! See some of our favorite recent releases that you should consider picking up today.

Today is Bandcamp Friday and it’s the last one of the year!

Bordeaux shoegaze band Cosmopaark has released their latest EP, Backyard, which features five tracks that blend classic shoegaze with modern noise pop. The EP was recorded in a studio, allowing the band to experiment with new production techniques. Backyard explores themes of resilience and introspection while showcasing their evolving sound. With a limited-edition release that quickly sold out, Cosmopaark's creative journey continues to captivate fans. Read our interview with vocalist Clément Pelofy.

Bandcamp Friday is on a break until December. We rounded up a list of October releases any way.

Phantom Handshakes explores themes of twilight and emotional depth in their latest album Sirens at Golden Hour. The dream pop duo is Matt Sklar and Federica Tassano. They perform live as a 5-piece alongside Meghan Seeberg, Matt Billington, and Brian Alvarez. Sonically, the release expands on their lo-fi soundscapes, while they touch on themes of hope, despair and the climate crisis. We connected with the pair to discuss instinctual songwriting, measuring success and more.

all under heaven's debut album What Lies Ahead Of Me, highlights the band’s evolution. The New Jersey band is Nick DeFabritus, Michael Cucci, Aaron Brenner, and Jake Rubin. Their new album blends old and new tracks, showcasing themes of loneliness, growth, and introspection through emotive shoegaze music. With contributions from band members and collaborator Wyatt Oberholzer, the album introduces new elements like synths and electronic drums. The spontaneous creation of "Believing," influenced by "Just Like Heaven," adds an energetic touch. The shift towards a more collaborative recording process revitalized their approach, leading to a renewed creative spirit. Read our interview with Nick DeFabritus and Michael Cucci in which we discuss collaboration, X-files, and making magic in the studio.

Chicago-based trio daarling has emerged onto the music scene with their debut album, "The Deep Within." Recorded in the basement of their old practice space with CJ Melton, the album showcases a mix of alt-rock and shoegaze, tinged with elements of noise and grunge. Tracks like "Metamorphosis" and "Out of Greed" offer introspective lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, highlighting daarling's ability to craft emotive and compelling music. As they embark on a spring tour to promote their album, daarling promises to continue pushing creative boundaries while staying true to their evocative sound. Read our Q&A with the band.