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HardcoreOut Aug 7, 2026

Initiate

With Love // With Rage

With Love // With Rage is the new five-track EP from Southern California hardcore band Initiate, out August 7, 2026 on Blue Grape Music. Their first release since 2023's Cerebral Circus , it's built around the push-pull of love and rage and led by the video single "Numb the Pain."

Nº 02On The Radar

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Harrison Gordon

Bliss

Fresh off the news of their signing to Hopeless Records, the Illinois-raised, punk rock band Harrison Gordon has announced their forthcoming record BLISS set for release on September 4th. Across 12 brand new tracks. the album is described as a potent blend of punk urgency and emo vulnerability, exploring themes of capitalism, screen addiction, and personal well-being. Latest single "Not Working! Not Working!" is now streaming for a taste of what's to come.

Nº 03Curated New Music

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Dream PopOct 2, 2026

Wishy

Nature's Pill

Indianapolis band Wishy, who blend dream-pop with 90s alt rock and 80s jangly, fuzzed out college rock, is releasing their sophomo…

HardcoreSep 4, 2026

Chat Pile

Who Loves The Sun

Chat Pile's new album "Who Loves the Sun" is set for release on September 4, 2026 via The Flenser, featuring 10 new tracks includi…

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Nº 05From The Desk

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Shoegaze

Day Aches Announce New Album withforwardmotion, Share “outerheaven”

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Porcelain Share New Single “Waltz”

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Fraternal Twin Share New Single “Halo Fell Forever”

Nº 06New To The Wave

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ReleaseGrungeAdded Sep 2, 2026withforwardmotionDay Aches return with their second full-length, withforwardmotion , out November 4 via Other People Records. The 10-song follow-up to 2023’s One Last Dream Before Dying pushes the DC/VA band’s grungegaze into heavier…

SingleAdded Sep 2, 2026Porcelain Share New Single “Waltz”Austin post-hardcore band Porcelain have shared “Waltz,” the latest single from their forthcoming sophomore album, Today’s Minor Victories, out Octobe...

SingleAdded Sep 2, 2026Fraternal Twin Share New Single “Halo Fell Forever”Fraternal Twin have shared “Halo Fell Forever,” the title track and final preview of their first new album in a decade, Halo Fell Forever, out Septemb...

ReleaseEmoAdded Sep 2, 2026Future NauseaSpanish Love Songs return with their fifth album, Future Nausea , out November 6, 2026 via Pure Noise Records. Produced by Chris Walla and Sarah Tudzin, it expands the band’s melodic punk roots into widescreen heartland…

SingleAdded Sep 1, 2026Oso Oso Announce New Album an exchange of information, Share “know you know me better”Oso Oso have announced their sixth full-length album, an exchange of information, due November 6 via Feral Twin. The record marks the Long Island band...

ReleaseAlt RockAdded Sep 1, 2026an exchange of informationOso Oso's sixth full-length, an exchange of information , arrives November 6, 2026 via Feral Twin. The album leans into the project's melodic indie rock while reconnecting with its emo and punk roots, led by the loud,…

ReleasePost HardcoreAdded Sep 1, 2026Punk RuinsFake Names return with their third album, Punk Ruins , out October 23, 2026 via Epitaph Records. Recorded at Electrical Audio in Chicago, the 12-song set pushes the band's D.C. hardcore roots into hook-heavy punk and…

SingleAdded Aug 31, 2026The Republic of Wolves Return With “No Return,” Announce Fourth LP Upthread, DownthreadThe Republic of Wolves are back with “No Return,” the first single from their newly announced fourth full-length album, Upthread, Downthread.The Long ...

SingleAdded Aug 31, 2026Dazy Announces MAXIMUMBLASTSUPERLOUD Vol. 2, Shares New Single “Beat Change”Dazy—the moniker and recording project of Richmond, Virginia singer/songwriter and producer James Goodson—has announced MAXIMUMBLASTSUPERLOUD Vol. 2: ...

ReleaseAlternative RockAdded Aug 31, 2026MAXIMUMBLASTSUPERLOUD Vol. 2: 24 Songs From 2023-2026Dazy will release MAXIMUMBLASTSUPERLOUD Vol. 2: 24 Songs From 2023-2026 via Lame-O Records on October 23, 2026. The album showcases a mix of fuzz-pop, layered rhythms, and inventive guitar work, including new tracks…

SingleAdded Aug 28, 2026Shiner Share “Two Black Eyes” From Upcoming Rarities Collection The Y SectionShiner have shared “Two Black Eyes,” the latest track from their upcoming rarities collection The Y Section, due October 9 via Spartan Records.Recorde...

SingleAdded Aug 28, 2026Protomartyr Share New Single “Feed the Sewer” from Forthcoming Album Hotel UsonaProtomartyr have shared “Feed the Sewer,” the second single from their forthcoming seventh album, Hotel Usona, out September 25 via Domino.The Detroit...

Nº 07What Drops When

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September 2026

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Nº 08Fresh Wax

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Pop PunkAug 7, 2026

WAIVER.

Can You See Me Now?

WAIVER.'s new EP Can You See Me Now arrives August 7, 2026, pairing heavy pop-punk energy with introspective emo songwriting. The release is led by the single “Commonality.” Fans of Koyo, No Pressure, Knuckle Puck, The Story So Far, and Title Fight should take note.

Indie RockAug 7, 2026

Slow Fiction

dollhouse

The debut album dollhouse by Slow Fiction, a New York City indie rock band, delves into themes of identity and observation across 11 tracks. Influenced by bands like Yo La Tengo and Broken Social Scene, the album combines propulsive indie rock with layered arrangements, culminating in a cinematic, cathartic closer. dollhouse will be released on August 7, 2026 through Tight Knit Records.

HardcoreAug 7, 2026

Ceremony

Tell Me Your Dream

Seminal California based punk rock band CEREMONY announces their seventh album, Tell Me Your Dream, set to release on August 7th, 2026 via Relapse, featuring a mix of hardcore and post-punk influences reminiscent of bands like Discharge and Crass. The album, produced by the legendary John Reis (Rocket from the Crypt, Hot Snakes, and many other notable punk bands), showcases the band's evolution over their 21-year career, capturing their punk-forged intensity and timely expression, as evident by latest blistering single "Death Destruction Mayhem."

HardcoreAug 7, 2026

Initiate

With Love // With Rage

Indie RockAug 7, 2026

Public Opinion

The Curse Of Public Opinion

Denver punk band Public Opinion is releasing their second album, The Curse of Public Opinion on August 7th through SideOneDummy. Clocking in at a mean. 23 minutes, The Curse of Public Opinion is loaded with fuck-you anthems that plumb the depths of existential disappointment through a sneering cocktail of 2000s garage rock swagger, classic punk hooks, and hardcore ferocity. Plenty of albums provide the soundtrack for picking yourself back up, but Public Opinion are there for when you're getting kicked while you're down.

RockAug 7, 2026

Citizen

Halcyon Blues

Toledo-based rock band Citizen have announced their upcoming album Halcyon Blues, set for release on August 7 via Run For Cover Records. The band’s latest single, “Highs and Lows,” highlights their dynamic sound, pulling from the many directions they’ve explored over the past 17 years. Recorded by vocalist Mat Kerekes and mixed by Tom Lorde-Alge, the album blends the urgency of their early work with the bigger, more polished hooks of their later releases. Having moved between raw emo, post-hardcore, grunge, and indie-leaning alternative, Halcyon Blues pulls those threads together into a cohesive, fully realized statement that feels like a natural next step for the band.

Indie RockAug 14, 2026

Phoebe Bridgers

Lost Weekend

Phoebe Bridgers' third solo album and her first in six years, out August 14, 2026 on Dead Oceans. A 16-track double LP led by the single "Lost Boys," with contributions from boygenius bandmates Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker, Alex G, and Jack Antonoff.

HardcoreAug 14, 2026

Dead Tired

Hornets Of Fall

The latest album by Dead Tired, "Hornets of Fall," arrives August 14, 2026 via New Damage Records and is described as a loud and chaotic mix of punk and noise-rock, featuring 12 brand new intense tracks, including lead single "Edges of Entropy." Produced by the band's own Marco Bressette, the record includes guest appearances from members of Cancer Bats, Comeback Kid, and The Flatliners. Dead Tired's deliberate and patient approach to songwriting has resulted in their heaviest and most confident release yet, offering something for fans of fast, slow, and riff-heavy music.

ShoegazeAug 14, 2026

Despire

Self Titled

Despire’s self-titled debut EP is a DIY blast of grungegaze and heavy alternative rock from the young Vacaville, California four-piece. Released August 14, 2026, it channels the weight and atmosphere of Fleshwater, Narrow Head, Downward, and Superheaven.

HardcoreAug 14, 2026

Chico

California rock band CHICO is set to release their debut album, 'Chico', on August 14th through New Morality Zine. Their debut LP is a vibrant mix of alternative rock, punk, and hardcore, exploring themes of chasing dreams and overcoming challenges. The album, produced by Taylor Hecocks and featuring energetic tracks like 'Too Late' and 'Blur', showcases dynamic vocals by Lance Gibson and powerful drumming by Tony Rangel. With influences from artists like Death Lens, Angel Du$t, Militarie Gun and Drug Church, this release promises high energy and emotional resonance for listeners.

Pop PunkAug 14, 2026

Slow Joy

Esteban Flores

Slow Joy’s second album, Esteban Flores , arrives August 14, 2026 through MDDN Records. Across 11 songs, Esteban Flores expands his blend of emo, shoegaze, grunge and alternative rock with the singles “SLC Punk on an SSRI” and “Forget.”

Indie RockAug 21, 2026

The Still Out

Crystallized

The Still Out revisit their 2009 debut Crystallized with a deluxe remastered edition out August 21, 2026. Remastered by Greg Calbi and Steve Fallone at Sterling Sound, the album blends shoegaze, indie rock, alternative rock and post-punk and features guests from Swervedriver, Fountains of Wayne, Ween, The Lemonheads and LSD and the Search for God.

Indie RockAug 21, 2026

Wild Pink

Still Coming Down

Wild Pink’s sixth album, Still Coming Down , arrives August 21, 2026 via Fire Talk. Recorded with Alex Farrar at Drop of Sun, the LP pairs John Ross’ vivid storytelling with big guitars, pedal steel and contributions from MJ Lenderman, Hand Habits and members of The Wind.

MetalcoreAug 21, 2026

Ocean Sleeper

Peace When I'm Dead

Ocean Sleeper return with Peace When I'm Dead , their sophomore album, out August 21, 2026 via BMG Australia and Rise Records. The record pushes the band's melodic metalcore into darker territory, confronting depression, inner conflict and the struggle to live with both.

EmoAug 21, 2026

MyVeronica

I Hope There's Music in Heaven

MyVeronica's debut album "I Hope There's Music in Heaven" set for release on August 21, 2026 via Sunday Drive Records, draws influence from 90's emo and alternative rock genres, featuring heartfelt and emotional songwriting akin to Mineral, Sonic Youth, Jejune and Sunny Day Real Estate. The band's evolution from a solo project to a four-piece group showcases heavier guitars, earnest lyrics, and a mix of piercing guitar hooks and melancholic slowcore, exploring themes of early-20s angst and searching for goodness in the world.

Indie RockAug 21, 2026

Time Spent Driving

Lost Leaves

Lost Leaves is the fourth full-length from Santa Cruz emo/indie-rock veterans Time Spent Driving, out August 21 via Thirty Something Records. Produced by Olav Tabatabai and Jon Cattivera, it's a sharper, more focused record about climbing out of a dark stretch and into a new outlook — led by the double single "Weak Arm" / "December."

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