Balance and Composure are making a powerful return with their upcoming 4th LP, "With You In Spirit," set to release on October 4, 2024, produced by Will Yip and releasing on his label Memory Music. The album features 10 tracks of their dark emotionally charged and atmospheric rock, reflecting intense self-reflection in its lyrics and a dynamic musical evolution.Their trademark brooding and emotionally charged dynamic sound can be heard on lead off single "Cross to Bear". For fans of Sunny Day Real Estate, Title Fight, Me Without You, and Moving Mountains, this release promises to be a riveting blend of familiar and new elements from the band

New Jersey hardcore band GEL has announced a new EP titled "Persona" set for release on August 16, 2024, following their acclaimed debut full-length album, "Only Constant." The lead single "Mirage" showcases an intensified sound that retains GEL's signature aggressiveness while introducing new dynamism. Produced by Jon Markson, "Persona" captures GEL's evolution and collaborative growth, offering a fresh take on their raw and energetic hardcore music.

New England easycore rockers Four Year Strong's upcoming album 'analysis paralysis' is set to release on August 9th, 2024 through Pure Noise Records. Over 12 tracks, the album showcases a blend of pop-punk energy, dexterous riffage, caustic hardcore spirit with thunderous breakdowns, and anthemic hooks, reminiscent of their signature sound. Fans of Set Your Goals, The Story So Far and Turnstile may appreciate the band's latest single "Uncooked" which combines heavy elements of crunchy start-stop guitar riffs and 90s melodic alt-rock / pop-punk vibes.

Webbed Wing from Philadelphia, PA, release their third album "Vol. III" on July 12, 2024, characterized by fuzzed-out pop nostalgia. Drawing influences from The Lemonheads and Teenage Fanclub, the album features catchy anthems blending modern pop, grunge heaviness, and country sincerity. Standout tracks "Further" and "Burn It Down" showcase the band's musical cohesion and exploration of various genres like melodic grunge, alt-country ballads, shoegaze and 90s influenced fuzzed out power-pop, and is sure to please fans of Superheaven, Militarie Gun, Liquid Mike and Pile of Love.

Chicago-based shoegaze / dream-pop band Muted Color is gearing up to release their debut LP, "take i lovely you," via Fever Ltd on July 5, 2024. The album, seamlessly combines sounds reminiscent of 90s dream pop, brit-pop and shoegaze, featuring 8 new tracks characterized by melodic layers of guitars and dreamy hooks. With a sound akin to bands like Pains of Being Pure at Heart and Ride, along with more recent bands like Soft Blue Shimmer and Keep, Muted Color's lead single "sudden change" aligns well with the current shoegaze revival scene and is a welcomed slice of jangly dream pop.

Guided By Voices announced their upcoming album "Strut of Kings," set to be released on June 28, 2024, marking their 41st album. The album was largely recorded in Kings County, New York, reflecting themes of royalty and power. The first single from the album, "Serene King," is available now, offering a taste of the band's timeless indie rock sound.

Foreign Hands are set to release "What's Left Unsaid" on June 21, 2024 via SharpTone Records, and produced by Will Putney (Knocked Loose, Vein.fm). Infusing their unique metalcore style with emotion and innovation, the band pays homage to the early 2000s metalcore sound while adding their own hardcore edge, melodic sensibility, punishing breakdowns and catchy choruses. For fans of Poison The Well, Inclination, Counterparts, and Boundaries, Foreign Hands' debut album promises a mix of chaotic creativity and intense live energy.

German alt-rock/grungegaze band Death By Gong will release their debut LP "Descalator" on September 20, 2024 via Crazy Sane Records (Entropy, VELCROS). The band, comprising members from RADARE, SHRVL, and ZAHN, blends 90s grunge, space rock, and shoegaze, evoking the sounds of bands like Torche, Failure, DIIV and My Bloody Valentine. The album, recorded by Peter Voigtmann and mixed by Joe Joaquin, features 8 new tracks with two additional bonus songs for a special edition 7 inch, showcasing a fusion of heaviness, vulnerability, and intricate songwriting.

Boston slowcore indie rockers Horse Jumper of Love are set to release their new album, Disaster Trick, on August 16th via Run For Cover Records. The trio's music blends moments of quiet intimacy with intense bursts of emotion, both heavy and gentle, with frontman Dimitri Giannopoulos crafting evocative lyrics and arrangements. Lead single "Wink," featuring guest vocals from Wednesday's Karly Hartzman, showcases urgent and cathartic songwriting inspired by a Russian short story. The new LP marks a creative reset for the band, with a focus on purposeful recording sessions and a newfound energy in their sound.

Modern Color, a melodic guitar-heavy alt-rock band from Redondo Beach, CA, is set to release their new album "There Goes The Dream" on July 26, 2024 through Other People Records. Produced by Corey Coffman of Gleemer, the album features the singles "Fortress" and "Star 9200" and showcases their shoegaze-tinged melodic post-hardcore sound reminiscent of bands like Title Fight, Superheaven, and Hum. With 11 tracks available for pre-order, fans of those bands will likely enjoy this upcoming release.

Macseal is set to release their highly anticipated second album, "Permanent Repeat," on July 12, 2024, their first under Counter Intuitive Records. Throughout 11 tracks on the new LP, the band reflects on big themes like longing, existential dread and falling in love, sonically combining early 2000s indie/emo and pop rock influences with a modern twist. Lead off single "Golden Harbor" is now streaming and a preview of what's to come. Fans of Charmer, Oso Oso, and Mom Jeans may enjoy this new release from the Long Island indie/emo favorites.

MILLY's highly-anticipated second album, "Your Own Becoming," produced by Sonny DiPerri, is set for release on June 28, 2024 via Dangerbird Records. The album features 10 new tracks, with lead single "Drip From The Fountain" described as the standout track, showcasing the band's evolution and commitment to crafting powerful, straightforward music rooted in personal introspection and collaboration. The album reflects principal songwriter Brendan Dyer's journey of capturing and transforming dark thoughts into a galvanizing and productive musical experience, offering a raw, cathartic collection of songs that emphasize simplicity and explosive energy.

The Dangerous Summer from Baltimore, Maryland will release their 7th full-length album 'Gravity' on June 21st via Rude Records. With the new LP, the band continues its evolution into more arena ready alternative rock, while still staying true to their trademark emotionally charged and melodic guitar rock sound with anthem hooks.Their lead single "Gravity" explores themes of personal struggle and growth, blending mystical instrumentals with AJ Perdomo's evocative vocals, fitting for fans of introspective alt-rock acts like Jimmy Eat World, Kings of Leon, The Early November and the like.

Akron, Ohio band Annabel is set to release their 4th LP "Worldviews" on June 14, 2024 via Tiny Engines, featuring 12 tracks including the lead single "Defense Mechanism." The album showcases a blend of indie-emo sound familiar to fans, with tracks like "Dog" and "Small Victories" reminiscent of classic Annabel while also exploring new territory with songs like "Every Home Needs a Ghost."

German melodic grungegaze rockers Entropy will be releasing their sophomore LP "Dharmakāya" on August 30, 2024, showcasing a blend of emotionally charged melodic vocals and jangly guitars, paired with layers of heavy distortion and monster hooks, reminiscent of their Britpop influences mixed with their 90s post-hardcore, alternative rock and shoegaze roots. The album features catchy tunes like “King of Rain” and “Americans (Will Save You in the End)” that hearken back to 90s bands like Sugar while still drawing parallels to more current bands like Hotline TNT, Nothing and Alvvays. Heavier moments can be found in lead-off single "Papered Over Some" with its Helmet meets Quicksand like riffage, while still maintaining it's dreamy melodic soundscape. Recorded in Germany and mastered in New York, the album explores themes of dating, mental health, and spirituality, referencing thinkers like Peter Rollins and Robert Pírsig.

Her Head’s On Fire is an indie rock supergroup set to release their sophomore album, "Strange Desires," on July 19, 2024, via Iodine Records. The band, comprising members from notable groups like Garrison and Saves the Day, presents a blend of post-hardcore and emotive rock with influences from late 80s New Wave and early 90s indie, creating a memorable musical experience similar to artists such as Texas is The Reason and The Get Up Kids.

Sydney hardcore band Speed is releasing their debut full-length LP "ONLY ONE MODE" on July 12, 2024 via Flatspot Records (USA) and Last Ride Records (AUS), showcasing their continued growth while still delivering their SPEED ethos through 10 new tracks. Their sound, characterized by tough vocals, jolting grooves, pummeling breakdowns and relentless energy, resonates with fans of bands like Kharma, Pain of Truth, Gridiron, Magnitude and the like. This is what they’re about: Hardcore, played hard, played fast, “for us, by us”—explicit, immediate, definitive—hinting at all the crucial bands that have come before them. The first single "REAL LIFE LOVE" from the forthcoming LP is now streaming.

The Story So Far's 5th studio album, "I Want To Disappear," set for release on June 21 through Pure Noise Records. Produced by Jon Markson, the album includes the single "Big Blind" and showcases the band's signature vulnerability and defiance. Fans of Drug Church and Koyo may particularly enjoy this release.