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Last fall, we were gifted with a somewhat unexpected release from a new “supergroup” of sorts called The Hard Quartet.

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With South Korean indie having enjoyed a comeback since the days of 1990s Hongdae, we explore the five perfect introduction releases to today's vibrant scene.

Were the cities of Spokane and Bellingham to hold metaphorical hands across the Cascadian divide and stare deeply into each ...

Rock and roll isn't meant to be in the public eye all the time, but Billie Joe Armstrong had to admit when other genres were outpacing him.

Deep in the heart of Texas – well, the “University of,” at least – lies West Campus: unhinged at times, but nonetheless ...

Milwaukee indie rock band Vanity Plates joins Lake Effect's Joy Powers for an interview and in-studio session.

Emo was at a crossroads in 2015, and these 10 great records capture what a unique moment that year was for this scene/genre.