Billie Marten returns to Toronto to begin the North American leg of her Dog Eared Tour.
Dogpark shows off their nostalgic sound reminiscent of late night drives and coming-of-age film credits in Austin.
The Home Team brings their biggest headlining tour to date to Toronto.
LIVE COVERAGE
From the best of grunge rock to up-and-coming alt-pop acts, take a look at Off the Record’s picks for best alternative songs of 2025.
We’re kicking off OTR’s annual music recap with an homage to the music industry’s favorite contentious genre classification: indie songs.
MUSIC EXTRAS
Andrew Aged has established himself as a distinctive voice in modern indie experimentalism with his latest EP, crown.
In her rich and raw new single, “All My Mess,” Nieve Ella opens up about the insecurities and self-doubt she had to face in her first relationship.
Whitney’s newest album is a soft and subtle 11-track journey through love, loss, and acceptance.
REVIEWS
Alina Jakobson’s roots in music run deep, and that has affected every aspect of the musician that she is today. Check out what she has to say about her influences, songwriting process, and more!
Fresh off a sold-out New York City debut, the 20-year-old Filipino-American indie artist is stepping confidently into a new era – one defined by experimentation, maturation, and a growing sense of purpose. As he navigates the surreal moments of emerging fame, Buboy is also carving out space for POC representation in a scene that has long overlooked it.
Ana Luna talks songwriting, film background, and what comes next with the release of her debut record, Tainted Silhouettes.
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
Was this the year’s best month for indie, alternative and rock music? Maybe.
Cover: Boyish
Nourished by Time, Wolf Alice and more contributed to summer’s musical victory lap.
Cover: Nourished By Time
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