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.
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.
Bonnaroo 2026 continues taking shape with the release of the full schedule, expanded late-night programming, Outeroo additions, SuperJam details, new camping concepts, updated ticket options, and more ahead of June on The Farm.
After seeing more than 600 live sets and shows in 2025, these are the performances that stayed with us. Spanning rock, Americana, electronic, hip-hop, pop, country, and everything in between. From small rooms to festival fields, these are the shows where everything aligned.
Bonnaroo returns to The Farm June 11–14, 2026, with a refreshed format, an early lineup reveal, and major site improvements after last year’s weather challenges. In our full festival preview, we break down the headliners, standout undercard, camping options, and everything new for 2026.
Hinterland Music Festival returns to rural Iowa this August with a genre-spanning lineup featuring Lana Del Rey, Tyler, the Creator, and Kacey Musgraves. Here’s what to know about tickets, camping, and what's new for 2025.
Fresh off Coachella and award nominations in Japan, Ginger Root (project of Cameron Lew) heads to Bonnaroo with his immersive SHINBANGUMI album and new companion film. Known for his unique blend of pop-inspired soul and lo-fi synth grooves, Ginger Root delivers a meticulously crafted set with vintage flair.
