Wondering what albums and EPs are coming out in 2026?

We’ve had our say about the best of 2025, but what about those without a major label behind them?

Your essential guide to the artists poised for a big year in 2026.

It’s been some year for music, so here’s our shortlist for the best tracks. Including Geese, Wet Leg, Blood Orange and Pulp.

The Indie Scene team’s favourite picks from 2025, including best gig, album and song.

The very best albums from the year that brought us more incredible music than we knew what to do with.

Discover the fresh voices and fearless sounds redefining Ireland’s vibrant music landscape.

Plan a summer of live music with our hand-picked selection of the top festivals across the UK and Europe.

A ‘honeymoon period’ between two estranged friends. An absence of half the band. And a comeback record that was never played live… until now.

With a wealth of bands on the line-up, we caught as many exciting acts as we could.

These artists are bound to do big things in 2025.

The very best debut LPs and EPs from the year that brought you Brat summer.

With Peter Hook on the decks, it could only be an unforgettable evening.

This year has seen an influx of beloved indie bands taking a break.

The Joy Division and New Order bassist has inspired the likes of The Killers, Fontaines D.C. and more.

We’ve partnered with the musician to give away tickets to his Castle Hotel gig on May 2nd.

The world of vinyl is well and truly back.

Musicians have dropped out of the Texas festival in support of Palestine.

Dedicated fans started camping outside The O2 arena 3 days before The 1975’s show.

Last year we prayed for lots of exciting new artists and boy did 2023 answer!