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I was absolutely caught up in the Grammy excitement. The latest episode of Frequently Alternative is filled with 40 years of award winning artists. From R.E.M. to The Last Dinner Party to Peter Gabriel. Listen on Mixcloud and let me know what you think […]
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West coast rockers join together for a charity single to benefit the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. Including Eloise from The Linda Lindas, Jane from The Go-Go's and guitarist Mike Watt […]
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February 12, 2026 at 7:44 PM
I'm enjoying a cool little radio show from Canada's West Coast. Indie Rock, Emo and more. Listen on Mixcloud.
https://www.mixcloud.com/FreeTrampoline/free-trampoline-04-feb-2026/
#indierock #communityradio
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February 11, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Long time since I've picked this album off the shelf. I had this on vinyl way back when. But this 2002 reissue of Foreigner 4 includes bonus versions of "Juke Box Hero" & "Waiting For A Girl Like You".
#foreigner #80smusic
https://song.link/y/iPOOOO-9lKs
February 8, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Song of the Day ! ! "Where's My Phone" by Mitski.
https://wers.org/pick-of-the-week-mitski-wheres-my-phone/
#mitski #indiepop
Graphic by Riley Vecchione –Lindsay Gould, Staff Writer _With the release of her new single “Where’s My Phone?”, Mitski is reminding us why she remains one of the most compelling voices in indie music. The track marks the first taste of her highly anticipated eighth studio album,_ Nothing’s About to Happen to Me. _It’s a perfect example of how she can take everyday moments, like misplacing your phone, and turn them into something emotional and relatable._ ### **Losing Your Phone, Losing Your Mind** Mitski’s “Where’s My Phone?” takes one of the most universally stressful moments and turns it into something deeper. What starts as a simple, almost funny question quickly spirals into a familiar Mitski theme: disconnection, anxiety, and the uneasy feeling that you’re not fully present in your own life. The repeated question becomes less about a missing object and more about disorientation, detachment, and the creeping fear that you’ve lost touch with yourself. ### **That Mitski Magic** Sonically, the track leans into her indie-rock roots with fuzzy guitars and a restless, looping feel that never fully settles; the song itself feels like an odd little panic attack you can dance to. Her vocal delivery is restrained but emotionally loaded, teetering on the edge of calm and panic, which is exactly where Mitski shines. She doesn’t oversing, but instead, lets the rising tension sit there, making the song feel intimately uncomfortable. ### **A Panic-Inducing Indie Fever Dream** The music video is just as compelling—a surreal, gothic-looking experience that feels like you’ve been thrown into a gritty A24 movie. Directed by Noel Paul, the video plays with paranoia and chaos through disorienting camera angles, making viewers truly feel the ascending madness. The video is surreal, eerie, and quietly funny, with Mitski navigating a space that feels domestic yet also threatening. It’s visually striking without being overexplained, letting the audience project their own meaning. Nothing is explained outright, and that ambiguity works in the video’s favor. ### **What’s Next?** Fans have been buzzing not just about this single but about what it hints at: _Nothing’s About the Happen to Me_ , Mitski’s eight studio album due out February 27, 2026. There’s a real sense that this era could push her sound in exciting new directions—a little rock, a little surreal, all Mitski. While full tour details haven’t been widely announced yet, speculation is already building about where she might take this new music live later in 2026.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:17 PM
I've been bingeing Soul Asylum today. "Runaway Train" might be their best known song and the one that put the band on the Grammys radar in 1994. Here's the story of "Runaway Train" ....
https://www.loudersound.com/bands-artists/interviews/soul-asylum-runaway-train
#soulasylum #alternativerock […]
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February 7, 2026 at 12:54 AM
In the 80's, I was a bigger Stevie Nicks fan than a Pat Benatar fan. These days, both singers make my ears happy. For all those who loved "Shadows Of The Night".... https://thetoybox1138.blogspot.com/2025/11/retro-spins-pat-benatar-get-nervous.html
#patbenatar #80smusic
Retro Spins: Pat Benatar - Get Nervous
Riding the waves of her first album to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 200, 1981's Precious Time, Pat Benatar went back to the studio to record the tracks which would become 1982's Get Nervous. Prior to things starting, a lineup change occurred when Scott St. Clair Sheets departed, and Charlie Giordano would join. Led by the single, Shadows Of The Night, and Benatar's supporting music videos which would see steady rotation on the newly launched MTV, Nervous would reach number four on the Billboard Hot 200. The single would also Garner her a third Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. Two additional singles would come from the album, Little Too Late (peaking at 20), and Looking For A Stranger (peaking at 39). However, neither would chart outside of the US. A fun fact about the music video for Shadows Of The Night is the inclusion of the relatively unknown (at the time) Judge Reinhold, and Bill Paxton. Have a watch! If you prefer your 80's stars covered by Alvin and the Chipmunks, you can also check out the episode, Court Action, from season three. Just be aware, it's quite a bit of nightmare fuel, which sees Alvin dreaming about being put in an old time judge's cloak and wig, only to be pushed through a mirror where his head is being dribbled like a basketball, culminating in him coming face to face with an eyeless David Saville, who ushers him through a door where he begins to fall. High on my listening session for Precious Time, I was eager to jump into Get Nervous, and was ecstatic that it launched right into things with the hit single. Of course, I'm also leery of this strategy, because it worries me that the best has been dropped from the get go, and things tank from there. A lot of the songs are punchy, fast paced, very hard rock driven, and often touching on a deep subject matter. Sadly, most of them are also pretty generic, and forgettable. The only two tracks which stood out for me were Anxiety (Get Nervous), and Fight It Out. It doesn't derail me from wanting to hear more from Benatar, nor does it worry me that things will get worse. I do hope there are a bit more hidden gems to be found, such as was the case with Precious Time, but I suppose I'll find out tomorrow when I jump into 1984's Tropico. Click "HERE" to go back to the home page. For more posts related to this one, please click the labels below. Disclaimer: They Toy Box does not endorse or contribute to piracy. Retro Spins posts are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. None of the music discussed here is available for sale, downloading or distribution. --- THIS WEEK ON THE CHARTS November 24, 1984
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February 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM
It never fails, with every awards winners list, someone will undoubtedly find fault with some glaring snubs. Combine that thought, with my love of "every __________ ranked" lists that are always popping up, I have to share this hot take on the Album Of The Year Grammy fails […]
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February 4, 2026 at 9:04 PM
I've listened to sombr a lot, but haven't watched him perform. I can't NOT think how It looks like he's channelling a young Mick Jagger.... https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/like-a-version/behind-somber-cover-olivia-dean-interview/106284186
#sombr #indiepop #likeaversion
Behind sombr's cover of Olivia Dean's 'Man I Need' for Like A Version - triple j
sombr has been practising his Like A Version debut while he's been touring, eager to nail down the perfect sound for his cover of Olivia Dean's 'Man I Need'.
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February 3, 2026 at 9:08 PM
I was absolutely caught up in the Grammy excitement. The latest episode of Frequently Alternative is filled with 40 years of award winning artists. From R.E.M. to The Last Dinner Party to Peter Gabriel. Listen on Mixcloud and let me know what you think […]
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February 2, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Juliana Hatfield released her 21st solo album last month. I didn't realize she was so prolific.... This song, "Popsicle" continues her same 90s vibe of catchy guitar rock. "Popsicle" would be great on a playlist with Sheryl Crow and Last Dinner Party. The whole album can be streamed or purchased […]
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January 28, 2026 at 7:03 PM
I treated my speakers to some good music today. The last five songs I heard:
"The Only Heartbreaker" Mitski
"The Passenger" Siouxsie and the Banshees
"I Look Alive" Phoneboy
"Two Worlds Collide" Inspiral Carpets
"Digging Your Scene" The Blow Monkeys
January 27, 2026 at 8:05 PM
I have been on a Lisa Loeb kick this week. She's an impressive songwriter. Her "Tails" album includes ballads like "Do You Sleep" and the classic, "Stay (I Missed You)", but I love when she rocks on songs like "Alone" and "Taffy". This link takes you to the […]

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January 23, 2026 at 7:09 PM
My ears get happy when I cue up Kings Of Leon. Their new EP includes "To Space" which has been getting repeat airplay in my headspace....
https://atwoodmagazine.com/kolep2-kings-of-leon-ep-2-music-review/
#kingsofleon #alternativerock
“Dream About Beaches”: Kings of Leon Bask in the Glow of a Fresh Sonic Space on ‘EP #2’
Jamie xx ignites hearts across dance floors on "Dream Night" as he...
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January 22, 2026 at 9:03 PM
I'm pretty sure I'm not the only human craving music that hasn't been played 50,000 times in the past month. So here's a mix of songs you know, together with songs you didn't expect. Post-grunge rock to start and calmer indie pop to finish up. Take your mind off the rest of the world and listen […]
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January 20, 2026 at 4:07 PM
34% of the songs uploaded to Deezer are AI-generated. Should we be worried about how bad music will suck after a few more years at this rate????
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq6v83gq66eo?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us
January 17, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Sugar's Copper Blue is a phenomenal album. Definitely in my regular listening rotation. The question is, do I need a cool looking colored vinyl copy or am I happy with just the cd? (Clearly I ponder life's most pressing questions...) […]

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January 16, 2026 at 8:59 PM
"bunny with tunnel vision" is my latest indie folk / alt-pop obsession. Torri Weidinger fills the album with melodic songwriting and smooth vocals. I'd put it on a playlist with Tegan and Sara, Matt Maeson & Soccer Mommy.
https://soundcloud.com/torriweidinger/sets/bunny-with-tunnel-vision-1 […]
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January 14, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Bringing out a well used copy of a mellow, moody 80s album, "Big Harvest" by Indio. It's a great listen. Definitely an album for fall or winter weather. You may already know the Eddie Vedder version of the song "Hard Sun". The album belongs on a playlist with The […]

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January 12, 2026 at 8:58 PM
WBWC added Roscoe Tripp to heavy rotation in December and "Feels The Same" has become one of my favorites on the station. Indie rock with a slight grunge edge to it.
https://roscoetripp.bandcamp.com/album/tiny-antelopes
#alternative #indierock #roscoetripp
January 9, 2026 at 9:35 PM
I'm reliving the 80s, Cleveland-style, with Michael Stanley Band. I'm starting with this top ten list from Classic Rock History, then their Heartland album.
https://www.classicrockhistory.com/top-10-michael-stanley-band-songs/
#80smusic #vinyl
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 AM
A podcast recommendation for record collectors. I am so grateful for indie record shops. Paul Myers and The Record Store Day Podcast talks about records and other merch for music fans, like this book about Fleetwood Mac […]
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January 7, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Get more music into your life. An hour of chart topping songs from the 1980s and into the 2020s with a little talking about the songs. From The B-52's to The Lumineers. Follow the link to listen on Mixcloud […]
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January 5, 2026 at 8:06 PM