independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Hinterland’s final day refused to settle into any one sound. From Haute & Freddy and Wet Leg to Young Miko and Kali Uchis, Sunday bounced between pop, rock, rap, and everything around them before Die Spitz and Gouge Away closed out the weekend.
Saturday at Hinterland felt like a return to the festival’s roots, with folk, Americana, country, and indie rock taking center stage. From Waylon Wyatt and CMAT to Santigold, Jessie Murph, and a huge Mumford & Sons finale, the day mixed familiar sounds with plenty of surprises.
Friday at Hinterland brought everything from SOFIA ISELLA's unforgettable afternoon performance to a rain-soaked Lorde singalong, before ending with a packed Campfire Stage dancing with Ninajirachi well after midnight.
Hinterland expanded to four days in 2026, opening with a Thursday lineup that constantly shifted across genres. From Porch Light and Frost Children to Ashnikko, beabadoobee and KATSEYE, the festival's first day became an exercise in music discovery.
After a busy festival season, we're heading somewhere new. About an hour northeast of Nashville, PossumStock 2026 brings independent artists, camping, and late-night music to the Red River, and we're excited to see what has brought the festival into its 11th year.
Suwannee Hulaween has completed its 2026 lineup with new additions, special collaborations, and four days of music at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park. We take a closer look at the headliners, deeper lineup, costume themes, immersive art, and what festivalgoers should know before heading to Florida.
Weather delays threatened to bring Bonnaroo 2026 to an early close, but Sunday ultimately became one of the festival's most memorable days. From Nat Myers and Big Gigantic to LSZEE and Noah Kahan, the music won in the end.
Saturday at Bonnaroo 2026 was packed with impossible schedule conflicts and unforgettable moments, from Waylon Wyatt and Amyl and the Sniffers to Alabama Shakes, Kesha’s SuperJam, Sara Landry, CloZee, and a sunrise finish with Gorgon City!
From Lambrini Girls' unforgettable mud pit to Goldie Boutilier's cinematic performance, Dora Jar's artistic unpredictability, and Blues Traveler's timeless jams, Friday showcased the many sides of Bonnaroo.
Bonnaroo returned with a celebratory opening night featuring standout performances from Spiritual Cramp, Vince Staples, Four Tet, and Skrillex, plus a late-night surprise set that kept the Farm dancing into the early morning.
