Welcome to the first edition of Alt Weekly! Each week I’ll be talking about the latest songs being played, new discoveries, and all the fun that went down on Alt Nation (channel 36, Sirius XM). Here’s the thing: I’ve been listening to the station since 2011. So yeah, I’m excited to do this. Thanks for checking it out! Week ending April 8,2023 This week’s episode … Continue reading The Alt Weekly
Press play and turn it up–there’s something so vintage and fresh about Elle Belle’s “Post Everything”. The new single kicks off Belle’s upcoming album, which will be released Nov 13. Get ready because it’s 2:19 of amped up guitars and catchy rhythms. You’ll feel the alt flannel vibes along with a fresh take of today. First off, the beginning of the song mentions Billy Corgan … Continue reading Elle Belle’s “Post Everything” Amps Up The Alt Energy!
Fall is in the air–let’s kick out some jams for the cool season. And Beabadoobee “Care” is the jam. Come on and crank up and caaarrreeee. It’s the new single from her upcoming album “Fake It Flowers” coming Oct 16. The track kicks off with acoustic strums and it’s all nice and sweet but then she gets real, singing, “stop saying you give a shit, … Continue reading Beabadoobee “Care” Is Fall Rock Fun
image via Josh McCann by Josh … Continue reading The Black Keys roll through PPG with ‘Let’s Rock’ tour
by Josh McCann Next City via Facebook The Hollywood scene and starlit dreams–it’s always an intriguing look when it comes to the reality of the city of angels. The debut single “Blue Star” by LA based rock band Next City shines a fresh take on the maddening LA lifestyle. It’s a song meant for a summer ride on the edge of LA—all the promises, … Continue reading Hollywood Nights: Next City releases debut Single “Blue Star”
by Josh McCann Here’s five words that will jump start anyone’s day: The Black Keys are back. Yes, fans rejoiced when the duo released their new single “Lo/Hi” this past week. Has it really been five years since we last heard from them?! The wait is over, and all that waiting has payed off because “Lo/Hi” rocks like a blistering bar anthem star in the … Continue reading The Black Keys release new single “Lo/Hi”
by Josh McCann There’s something righteous about a new Mowgli’s EP being released on the verge of Spring. When I think of the Mowgli’s–I think of sun drenched days where the ocean waves break and there’s nothing but blue sky, beverages, and the promise of a crazy night. The band was meant to be a soundtrack for summer. The jams still kick during the cold … Continue reading The Mowgli’s explore relationships with new EP “American Feelings”
By Josh McCann The energy at Heinz Field reached new levels as Taylor Swift smiled and addressed the packed crowd. “You guys are taking it up a notch,” she said. “You’re not just singing the words, you’re screaming them!” And she wasn’t kidding! The set showcased a true artist at the height of her powers, delivering a show that featured everything from fireworks to intimate … Continue reading Are you ready for it? Taylor Swift lives up to her Reputation with an amazing show at Heinz Field
By Josh McCann During the new video for Meg Myers single “Numb,” the artist sings into the camera while other people hover around and poke at her. Yeah, it can be uncomfortable to watch, and that’s the point. This is the first we’ve heard from Myers, who garnered alt rock fans with her 2015 LP “Sorry.” The new track, which is the first single off … Continue reading The new video from alt rock artist Meg Myers is both awesome and uncomfortable
by Josh McCann “I don’t know, I don’t know anything,” Courtney Barnett sings on the catchy upbeat track “Crippling Self Doubt and a General Lack of Self Confidence.” The title is a very Courtney Barnett title, and the lyric is a very non-Courtney Barnett lyric, who took the alt rock community by storm with her 2015 debut breakthrough Sometimes I Sit and Think, and … Continue reading Australian singer/songwriter Courtney Barnett turns up and rips loose on sophomore record
Where The Bands Are 