Following her intimate solo set at Brinstar, Berklee graduate McKenzie Iazzetta, known professionally as Trophy Wife, sat down with Five Cent Sound to discuss her new EP, Voyeur, her writing process and angry ladies of the ’90s.
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As the post-hardcore punk scene of the 70s came to a close, a new genre emerged within the rock industry: “math rock”—two words you would never expect to be in the same sentence—became the next up-and-coming genre. Many bands have been grouped into the genre, but what does this categorization entail?
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The nostalgic and grungy “indie sleaze” aesthetic has been taking up a lot of space in the media lately. From the New York Post publishing a controversial article appraising “heroin chic,” to trend forecasters predicting a massive comeback in early 2010s overexposed, dirty concert photography, the aesthetic has become extremely prevalent.
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As you stroll through the paths of the Boston Common, it’s very likely that you will see Nick Shea creating one-dollar personal drawings for a seemingly never-ending line of people. Shea’s art attracts thousands of people from around the world, subsequently causing lines to stretch around the park for hours each day. Shea’s creative talents don’t stop there — for the days you may not see him in the Common, you can find more of his art on streaming services, as he is also a musician.
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Formed in Boston and currently based in Nashville, Twen released their sophomore album, “One Stop Shop,” in July 2022. Entirely written and produced by the duo, Twen creates a dynamic atmosphere with retro guitar tones, powerful vocals and a timeless energy. The duo sat down with Five Cent Sound to talk all things live performance, songwriting, retro sounds and their hot takes on the state of rock music.
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Rapper and singer J. Pappas discusses his new singles, moving cross-country, performing live, and the therapeutic nature of music.
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With the release of their second album, Tough Baby, Crack Cloud’s musical reach has greatly expanded from their fringe community in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, as they stay true to their mission of using creativity to support each other in sobriety and to process their trauma through music.
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Anime is known for having fantastically elaborate, memorable opening songs. They’re almost their own independent experience when watching them, like a wonderful bonus on top of each and every show. So, since it’s that time of year, we’re going to dive into the best openings of the best horror anime in existence, ranking them from “worst” (but still great) to best.
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You’ve got the “trash Soundcloud rapper,” the band kid who never left their band kid phase, your local aspiring indie artist, the punk rock drummer who's six foot three, and so much more. They certainly exist, and dating these so-called archetypes is a whole other ball game.
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Mei Semones sits down with Five Cent Sound for a conversation about the unique sound of her new singles, leaving for New York after graduation, and how Back to the Future influenced her music career.
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In an environment filled with indie rockers and singer-songwriters, synth-punk musician Maxwell Reid is a breath of fresh air in the Emerson music scene merging emo-punk aesthetics and punchy electronic beats in his new EP, Act One: The Occult Superstar Must Emerge.
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Inspired by artists such as Adrianne Lenker and Blaze Foley, Texas Critter’s heartfelt folk music is unique in its Texan influence within Boston.
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On Oct. 12, the Boston House of Blues hosted Canadian indie rock band Mother Mother, turning the venue into a three-tiered cake of grungy concertgoers.
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The Boston-based DIY rock band Future Teens just released their latest album, Self Help, and sat down with Five Cent Sound to talk about the release of Self Help, One Direction and party jail.
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IDLES has garnered a cult-like following throughout their twelve years as a band. Upon finally seeing them live, it’s no secret as to why: after all, an IDLES show is a lesson in community and love—soundtracked by some bangers, of course.
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