Welcome to The MIC's Monthly Issue, where you can see who we've featured and what we've had on repeat all month long!
The Nightly Noodle:
Erick Roman, also known as The Nightly Noodle, is a New Jersey-based guitarist and producer crafting smooth, groovy, and deeply melodic instrumental tracks. His music draws clear inspiration from artists like John Mayer, but Erick's style is uniquely his own, blending soulful guitar jams with mellow grooves that stand out. This November, The MIC Mag celebrated The Nightly Noodle as our Musician of the Month!
Read more about The Nightly Noodle here.
Inaya Day and 45 Riots "My Strength"
Inaya Day, a powerhouse in the house music scene and a member of the Grammys Recording Academy and Billboard's Greatest of All Time Top Dance Club Artists, shines again with her latest release, "My Strength." Teaming up with NYC's esteemed music collective 45 Riots, this Afro-house anthem is a testament to perseverance and empowerment, blending Day’s rich, soulful voice with the vibrant, live instrumentation that 45 Riots is known for.
Read our interview with Inaya Day here!
Fiona Grey "Call Me Daisy"
Joel Christian is a Los Angeles-based singer, stylist, and performance artist known for his bold, avant-garde approach to pop music. Starting his career as a wardrobe stylist for celebrities and influencers, Christian quickly built a creative following before launching his musical journey in 2018. In his latest EP It Only Comes At Night, Joel continues to blend eerie visuals, striking aesthetics, and cutting-edge electro-pop in a rave-ready record.
Read more about Fiona Grey's "Call Me Daisy" in our interview, here!
On The MIC: Robert Cassard "All You Need Is Love" The Beatles Cover
Experience the soulful rendition of "All You Need Is Love" by Robert Cassard, with a modern twist to The Beatles' timeless classic on this month's On The MIC episode!
Read more about Robert Cassard here!
The Outfield Clovers "Wes Anderson"
The Outfield Clovers, an Atlanta-based trio combining the gritty feel of indie rock with the heartfelt vibe of Midwest emo, deliver a powerful, reflective sound. With Ryan McMeans on bass and vocals, Jonathan Langston on guitar and vocals, and James Coyne on drums, the band’s latest track "Wes Anderson" feels like a final love letter to a one-sided romance, full of longing and shared memories of the filmmaker’s work. Read more about The Outfield Clovers' "Wes Anderson" in our interview, here!
Cinnamon Rayne "Caroline"
Cinnamon Rayne is a dynamic artist whose music blends a variety of genres, drawing inspiration from her community, culture, and the sounds around her. A native of Rochester, New York, she crafts deeply personal songs that speak to her own healing process while also offering comfort to listeners. With a passion for music ignited from an early age, Cinnamon has seamlessly merged indie, alternative, R&B, and singer-songwriter styles into a sound that's uniquely her own, heard in her latest single "Caroline." Read our interview with Cinnamon Rayne here and our Song Spotlight, here!
On The MIC: Jared Knapik "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" Cyndi Lauper Cover
This month Jared Knapik got On The MIC to share his favorite song. It's a unique performance and recording of the classic, upbeat, and powerful anthem, "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper!
Read more about Jared Knapik here!
Tiger La Flor"SAVE A HORSE, BREAK A HEART"
Tiger La Flor, a Japanese-Korean-American indie pop powerhouse, seamlessly merges grunge-inspired grit with infectious pop melodies. Born Tigerlily and raised in the Pacific Northwest, she first made waves fronting an award-winning all-girl grunge band before launching a solo career that has captured millions of streams and a devoted online following. With her latest release, SAVE A HORSE, BREAK A HEART," Tiger La Flor continues to rewrite the rules, championing AAPI representation and redefining what it means to be an indie pop artist. Read more about Tiger La Flor's "SAVE A HORSE, BREAK A HEART" in our interview, here!
Stacy Citron "Rotation"
Stacy Citron is a rising pop sensation known for her dynamic vocal range and knack for delivering unforgettable hooks. Born in Seattle and raised in Los Angeles, she brings a distinct blend of coastal influences to her music, collaborating with top-tier talent from Nashville to New York. Her songs combine heartfelt storytelling with addictive melodies, earning her comparisons to Renée Rapp, FLETCHER, Holly Humberstone, and Miley Cyrus, while maintaining a sound that is unmistakably her own. Read our interview with Cinnamon Rayne on "Rotation," here!
On Repeat 🔁
Timothy Li “Running Home To You”
Joel Christian “Dark Eyeliner”
Deion Gill “conditional”
Coated “I'll Go I'll Go I'll Go”
Jaw of Death “Adderall”
Charlotte Forman “Don’t Change Me”
Van Vreeland “Shade of Blue"
Chris Batten & The Woods “Need You Around”
The Treedome “Why Should I Try?”
the dt’s "Cherry"
Doubt Kills “Timebomb”
PattRiff “Sex, Drugs, Rock 'N Roll”
Jupiter Cubero “Often”
Tasks “Bring On The Flood”
Fiona Grey “Call Me Daisy”
Inaya Day “My Strength”
Hailey Rae “Seasons Change”
Janet Noh “One Breath”
Coated “What Are You For”
Alaina Margaret Droog “42 (It Wouldn't Mean a Thing)”
The Wren “redwood trees”
Cait Landry “Desert Rose”
Evan Kreutz “Dandelion”
KENDALL “Home”
Dave Browne Project “This Way”
MADNIK “Be here to love me”
I Ya Toyah “Crashing Comet”
Be The Young “Go To Hell”
Janiq “Dior”
Jamie Knittel “Hush, Hush”
Pierre Englebert “I Should Have Stayed in Our Own Bed”
Molly Baker “Big Mistake”
Sofi Vonn “VOGUE"
Frank-Einstein “Let Me Sleep”
JoDavi “I Want You to Miss Me”
October Man “Sunken Vatican”
Cinnamon Rayne “Caroline”
Naomi Westwater “Bulbs”
Lachi “A Girl”
Tiger La Flor “LASSO THE MOON”
Naomi Jane “Press Send”
Other Fun Things The MIC Mag + MG Did In November:
Spaceage has just unveiled Visibox 3.0, the latest version of their groundbreaking software designed to elevate performances with dynamic stage visuals. While many users have already enhanced their shows by connecting Visibox to a projector, TV, or other display, this new iteration introduces the ability to link Visibox 3.0 directly to your pedalboard. By connecting any standard MIDI pedal, you can control visuals from a Mac or Windows laptop.
Read more about Visibox 3.0 here!
indie christmas list submissions opened!
it's tiiiiiime 🎄🎶
As our good friend Mariah Carey says, it's time to submit your Indie Christmas and Holiday tunes to The MIC MG for consideration in our Indie Christmas List Spotify Playlist!
📬 Send your festive tunes to mag@themicmg.com now!
Jamming on David Gilmour!
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