The HYPERYOUTH era is Joey Valence & Brae at their artistic peak, a celebration of early 2000s recession pop culture with energy that is desperately needed in the world right now.
Nothing More drew waves of crowd surfers and moshing to Toronto’s History late Tuesday night on their Carnal Nature Tour.
Peter McPoland brings the Big Lucky Tour to Nashville with an earnest set that fulfills his creative spirit and the crowd’s dreams.
LIVE COVERAGE
To understand that erosion beyond the album, I asked readers to reflect on moments they no longer recognized themselves after love ended.
In honor of Black History Month, OTR has put together a list of some exciting Black artists who should be on every indie lover’s radar.
Twenty-five years ago, The Strokes released their debut album, Is This It. Here’s a look back at this iconic record, a quarter of a century later.
Whether you’re locked into a 10-year relationship or need a soundtrack to feed the fantasies of your latest crush, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best love songs the indie world has to offer, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
MUSIC EXTRAS
Ken Park releases a self-titled EP that brings listeners on a journey of self-exploration with impactful tracks.
Worry Club’s debut album is beautiful emotional chaos.
Chalk releases new single “Tongue,” in light of upcoming debut album.
REVIEWS
In recent years, Swell Foop has cemented themselves as a rising force in the indie rock scene. Ahead of their debut album, the band discusses gender solidarity, DIY shows, and the state of artists today.
New York City based project, Ken Park is rooted in discovery, planting a stake into the vast NYC music scene with their self-titled debut EP, Ken Park.
INTERVIEWS
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Festivals
Welcome into the world of Eric’s Backyard Film Festival, a DIY showcase for musicians, artists and filmmakers.
Outside Lands 2025 delivered three days of surprise collabs, new music, and Bay Area magic—plus an unbilled headliner in Karl the Fog, who never missed a set.
Spit, sweat, blood, and fists define the New Friends DIY’s community of strength, respect and love for hardcore.
Minnesota Yacht Club continues into 2025 with amazing performances from local artists as well as amazing headliners, Hozier, Fall Out Boy and Green Day
Shoegaze, singalongs, and a legendary EDM sendoff - Here’s what Kilby Day 4 had in store this year.
Eugene’s first ever Over & Out Festival was a success, the day filled with music from Still Woozy, Goth Babe, Dana and Alden, Verb8im, and Miss Mia.
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MONTH BY MONTH
Though it was the shortest month of the year, we had our finger on the musical pulse this February.
Cover: Cardinals
The return of fan favorite indie artists and rise of breakout voices are truly making it a Happy New Year.
Cover: Westside Cowboy
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Fueled by a pink Monster and sheer joy, Nep serenaded her home state at Crowbar in Tampa, Florida