FOR EVERYONE WHO IS NOT ON STAGE

From album reviews to concert guides, we deep dive into the diverse world of music, discussing trending topics, tours, and new releases every week.

REVIEWS

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Sabrina Carpenter Is Laughing To Keep From Crying In New Bonus Track
Sabrina Carpenter Is Laughing To Keep From Crying In New Bonus Track

A quietly devastating pop song where Sabrina Carpenter uses irony and soft restraint to expose the hurt of being loved through neglect rather than care.

Doechii and SZA Turn Survival Into Power on “girl, get up.”
Doechii and SZA Turn Survival Into Power on “girl, get up.”

“girl, get up.” is a restrained but powerful collaboration where Doechii and SZA turn resilience, self-awareness, and confidence into a quiet anthem.

KATSEYE Claims Their Crown As Internet Girls in Their Brand new Single
KATSEYE Claims Their Crown As Internet Girls in Their Brand new Single

“Internet Girls” is a confident pop track that celebrates KATSEYE’s virality and deep connection with their fans.

Where Runway Fashion Meets Ruined Frequencies: The Chaotic Glamour of ‘Margiela
Where Runway Fashion Meets Ruined Frequencies: The Chaotic Glamour of ‘Margiela

Ken Carson’s “Margiela” is a chaotic, stylish burst of distorted luxury that captures the thrill of moving too fast through an expensive, blurry night.

LIVE COVERAGE

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Peach Pit Spreads Christmas Cheer At The 18th Annual Kingfisher Bluez Christmas Party.
Peach Pit Spreads Christmas Cheer At The 18th Annual Kingfisher Bluez Christmas Party.

The Kingfisher Bluez Christmas Party is an annual fundraiser at The Commodore Ballroom featuring local bands, headlined by Peach Pit, with all proceeds donated to a B.C. crisis centre.

Gallery:Rodeo Boys In Houston, TX
Gallery:Rodeo Boys In Houston, TX

Rodeo Boys at White Oak Music Hall

Katseye’s “beautifully chaotic” phoenix debut
Katseye’s “beautifully chaotic” phoenix debut

KATSEYE make their “Beautifully Chaotic” Phoenix debut on November 3rd, 2025 at the Arizona Financial Theatre.

DIE SPITZ brought big, riot grrrl energy to Lincoln Hall
DIE SPITZ brought big, riot grrrl energy to Lincoln Hall

Austin-based punk rockers DIE SPITZ rocked out at Chicago’s Lincoln Hall last month.

NEWS

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If Hawkins Had Spotify: The Music Stranger Things Characters Would Be Listening to in the 2020s
If Hawkins Had Spotify: The Music Stranger Things Characters Would Be Listening to in the 2020s

If the show took place in the 2020s, that intimacy wouldn’t disappear. It would simply move from cassettes to playlists, built late at night, revised constantly, and shared with intention.

Not On Stage’s Favorite Artist Discoveries of the Year
Not On Stage’s Favorite Artist Discoveries of the Year

Dive into our favorite artist discoveries of the year!

Not On Stage’s Staff Favorite Albums of the Year
Not On Stage’s Staff Favorite Albums of the Year

Discover our favorite albums of the year!

Not On Stage’s Favorite Songs Of 2025
Not On Stage’s Favorite Songs Of 2025

The songs that defined Not On Stage’s year in feeling and sound.

INTERVIEWS

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From New Zealand to LA, Benee’s Album Is Her Most Intricate Work yet.
From New Zealand to LA, Benee’s Album Is Her Most Intricate Work yet.

Benee’s new album, “Ur an Angel I’m Just Particles,” delves deeper into her journey from her move from New Zealand to LA and the writing of her album during that time.

Art In Every Medium : Diana Silvers on Photography, Folk Music, And crafting Honest Stories
Art In Every Medium : Diana Silvers on Photography, Folk Music, And crafting Honest Stories

Diana Silvers reflects on creativity, feminism, and finding her truest self through music at the 1824 press conference.

A Glimpse into Tomorrow's Melancholy: Leith Ross Unveils Upcoming Album at 1824 Press Conference
A Glimpse into Tomorrow's Melancholy: Leith Ross Unveils Upcoming Album at 1824 Press Conference

Not On Stage had a chance to ask Leith Ross a question in the recent 1824 press conference.

We’re heading into ‘The Warning’ zone with the their movie premiere Live from Auditorio Nacional & interview
We’re heading into ‘The Warning’ zone with the their movie premiere Live from Auditorio Nacional & interview

We at Not On Stage got an early look at The Warning: Live From Auditorio Nacional, CDMX.

NOT ON STAGE

NOT ON STAGE

The idea of Not On Stage is to provide a virtual stage for both upcoming artists and fans to connect, collaborate, and engage with one another in a way that transcends traditional boundaries.