Seattle psych-rock project Reverse Death dives into the subconscious on their new record Return to the Mud, released through the Dead Currencies label’s REFLECTORS series. Built on hypnotic basslines and meditative textures, the record invites listeners to slow down and sink into its hazy world. In our latest Get to Know feature, songwriter Daniel Onufer talks about channeling intuition, letting tone and texture lead the way, and how creative community keeps the spark alive when it’s easiest to fade out.

Formed by friends Ben Trussell and Mike Palumbo in 2017, Jackal Twins began as an experiment in pushing heavy, chaotic sounds to their limits. Joined by bassist Dante Lamusta in 2019, the trio channels their raw chemistry into Cuzco, a record they describe as “psychedelic noisy tunes for the hopeless romantic.” Blending elements of mathcore, jazz, noise, metal, and punk, the album delivers a visceral, full-body experience. Cuzco captures the band’s balance of rage, vulnerability, and unrelenting energy.

Chicago-based art pop artist Madame Reaper shares her new music video for “Utopia.” The visual is a blend of accidental fact and fiction, pushing toward the absurd while unintentionally capturing reality. Read more about the work and watch the video.

In our latest artist profile, we feature experimental indie rock/folk act Lesbiana. Her contribution to our compilation daylight x darknight is a personal and powerful “stream-of-consciousness song” written in high school. In our “Get to know” article, we discuss influences, processing emotions through songwriting, strange comparisons, and synth folk.

Indiepop act The Photocopes presents their darkest work yet on our compilation daylight x darknight. It’s a new wave/post-punk piece on loss,  the kind that can drive you mad. Read more about “Constant Reminders” and watch the brand new video!

soundvsystem records debut compilation daylight x darknight is out today! Read more about the concept and the songs on the release.

Today we are excited to premiere New Romantics’ new song “Low Stakes”! The track is off their newly announced album NO LIFE, dropping on 12/13 via Gezellig Records.

“Low Stakes” is New Romantics finding harmony between darkness and truth. Its heavy synths and metallic sounds echo creating a dark contrast with Brandon Biondo’s voice. Read more about the track and listen to it now exclusively on soundvsystem before its official release tomorrow!

Brooklyn indie rock act Short Porch just released their new album Hot & Ready. In our latest episode of OBJECTS, frontman Sean McNulty shares the items that influenced the record—an album that captures the essence of New York City.

On his second album Pleasure Drives, Tim Carr (Hand Habits, Perfume Genius) builds with a new sonic palette. The album mixes lo-fi recording techniques with strongly crafted productions. We spoke with Carr about 90s nostalgia, home recording, choosing a feeling over perfection, being inspired by a mental portrait and more.

Chicago’s Wide Orbit shares their new live music video for “What’s the Point.” The song is off the band’s debut album Introducing... Wide Orbit and explores the beauty in simplicity. Watch it now!

Today we are announcing our new label soundvsystem records! On Friday October 24th, we’ll be releasing our first compilation daylight x darknight. Read up!

Chicago power pop band Time Thieves are back with their second EP of the year, If you Survive. The releases showcases the band’s strength as songwriters, focusing on their original intention: to write bops. We spoke to frontman Jonathan Pool about collaboration, selling merch, buying too many pedals and sending a live goat to hell.

It’s Bandcamp Friday! We’re back with another list of recommended albums you should buy. Support indie music!

Brooklyn indie rock band Looms share “I Killed a Man” off of their new EP Big Dream. The song is about personal transformation and leaving behind an old version of oneself. Listen to the track now!

New Jersey alt-rock band Dog In A Man Suit shares their new album Contact. Listen to it before it’s officially released tomorrow!

Montreal avant-garde artist Elle Barbara released her album Word on the Street under the name Elle Barbara’s Black Space. For the record, she assembled an all Black musical group in order to break the barrier of what Black music “is supposed to sound like.” Watch as Elle Barbara talks about the album and shares the work of Montreal-based street artist André Serouille, whose anti-Kraft Foods campaign inspired the work.

It’s Bandcamp Friday! We compiled a list of recommended albums/EPs you should buy. Support indie music!

After a 20-year hiatus, Florida-based Velvet Sun returns with their new EP Empire, Inspired by early influences like the Pixies and Blue Öyster Cult, the EP channels nostalgic melodies with a fresh, politically charged perspective. In an interview, Scott Weinkle opens up about his DIY approach to songwriting, the evolution of his musical style, and navigating a transformed music industry. From cosmic guitar tones to introspective lyrics and societal themes, Empire is both a personal and sonic reinvention worth diving into.

Alt-rock duo Gardenia are making big noise with just two people. On their new EP Don’t Look Up, Ryan Zakin and Tamir Malik channel thunderous drums, distorted bass riffs, and sharp, storytelling lyrics that reflect daily occurrences as well as the chaos of the world around them. Produced by Jack Shirley (Gouge Away, Deafheaven), the three-song release pushes their sound to new heights. We spoke with the band about breaking through creative blocks, optimizing studio spaces, stoner rock and underrated records. Check out the our interview to learn “6 Things” about New York’s Gardenia.

Pittsburgh shoegaze band Weird Era makes a bold first impression with their debut EP Shrine. It’s a raw, distortion-laced release fueled by a strong DIY spirit and creative chemistry. Shrine is more than just a sonic experience. It’s a product of close friendships, spontaneous songwriting, and a clear love for their local scene. In our interview, the band opens up about capturing lightning-in-a-bottle moments, embracing vulnerability in lyrics, and why they don’t see their music as a business. Plus, they shout out some of Pittsburgh’s most exciting indie acts.