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Music Dose
Joe Perry Reflects on Steven Tyler’s Emotional Return to the Studio
Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry discusses the ‘f—ing amazing’ experience of hearing Steven Tyler sing again during the sessions for their recent collaborative EP.
The Format Returns: A Nostalgic Triumph in Boston
The Format made a triumphant return to the stage in Boston, proving that their indie pop magic remains as potent as ever.
TchiTchi Bridges Cultures and Emotion on Non Est Ad Astra Mollis e Terris Via
There’s a quiet confidence in the way TchiTchi approaches music. He doesn’t rush to define himself, and more importantly, he doesn’t feel the need to. Continue Reading
New Music Friday Playlist – 4/10/26
Explore the latest curated selections from The Alternative’s staff in our New Music Friday playlist for April 10, 2026.
10/10 You’re Great: Revisiting Battles’ ‘Mirrored’ and Q1 Highlights
We dive into the experimental brilliance of Battles’ ‘Mirrored’ and recap the most notable music discussions from the first quarter of 2026.
Eshan Agarwal Finds Lightness in Accountability on “That One’s On Me”
In a music landscape often driven by immediacy, Eshan Agarwal is taking a more deliberate path—one rooted in reflection, emotional clarity, and a quiet understanding Continue Reading
Nothing Live in Brooklyn: A Shoegaze Masterclass
We capture the atmosphere and intensity of Nothing’s recent Brooklyn performance, featuring support from VMO, Cryogeyser, and Full Body 2.
Nothing Live in Brooklyn
Home > Nothing Live in Brooklyn Posted: 6th April, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff Nothing’s 5th LP a short history of decay has permeated the Continue Reading
10/10 You’re Great: ‘Mirrored’ + Q1 Playlisztblitzomania
Home > 10/10 You’re Great: ‘Mirrored’ + Q1 Playlisztblitzomania Posted: 3rd April, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff The Alternative is 100% supported by our Continue Reading
The Format Live in Boston with Adult Mom and Piebald
Home > The Format Live in Boston with Adult Mom and Piebald Posted: 1st April, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff It was a shock Continue Reading
Powerful, Unfiltered, Unstoppable: PRÝNCESS Is Here to Stay
Manhattan gave her ambition. Atlanta gave her edge. PRÝNCESS gave herself the rest. Born in Manhattan and raised in Atlanta, she grew up absorbing two Continue Reading
Kara North Debuts with “I’m Still Here,” A Pop Introduction Built for the Digital Age
Every so often, a new artist arrives who isn’t just releasing music—they’re introducing a framework. Kara North’s debut single, “I’m Still Here,” feels like one Continue Reading
The Alt Weekly Roundup (3/30/26)
Posted: 30th March, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff The Alternative is 100% supported by our readers. If you’d like to help us write about Continue Reading
Joyce Manor Live in Philly
Home > Joyce Manor Live in Philly Posted: 25th March, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff Spring has sprung and the gigs abound. I was Continue Reading
Kapi Gantsu Finds Freedom in the Unscripted on Victory Theatre Live
There’s a certain risk in releasing a live project. It strips away the safety net—no endless retakes, no meticulous edits, no perfect conditions. For Kapi Continue Reading
Geordie Greep Live in Brooklyn
Posted: 23rd March, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff In spaces like this, what feels “cool” is individualism at its finest. An explosion of expression Continue Reading
10/10 You’re Great: ‘Any Other City’
Home > 10/10 You’re Great: ‘Any Other City’ Posted: 19th March, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff The Alternative is 100% supported by our readers. Continue Reading
The Providers and Friends Make Country-Rock on Their Terms
There are no matching outfits, no fixed lineup, no tour bus idling outside a venue. The Providers and Friends isn’t that kind of project, and Continue Reading
Wednesday in Nashville with Gouge Away
Home > Wednesday in Nashville with Gouge Away Posted: 17th March, 2026 by The Alt Editing Staff Having recently kicked off their tour in support Continue Reading