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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On the “Runway”: Gaga and Doechii Turn Performance Into Power
On the “Runway”: Gaga and Doechii Turn Performance Into Power

Lady Gaga and Doechii deliver their collaborated song “RUNWAY” and leave the world speechless

Kylie Cantrall feels like “Carrie Bradshaw” on latest single
Kylie Cantrall feels like “Carrie Bradshaw” on latest single

Kylie Cantrall just dropped her latest single today (Friday 4/10)!

hrtz.wav breaks through with the first wave
hrtz.wav breaks through with the first wave

A new band has arrived! hrtz.wav debuts with their first mini-album, The First Wave, which has a coming-of-age narrative, exploring themes of youth, love, and self-discovery.

KATSEYE Put a “PINKY UP” to the Norm in their New Single
KATSEYE Put a “PINKY UP” to the Norm in their New Single

KATSEYE release their new single “PINKY UP” prior to their Coachella debut.

LIVE COVERAGE

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The Happy Fits walk in lovesick: Review & gallery.
The Happy Fits walk in lovesick: Review & gallery.

Are you feeling lovesick? Well, The Happy Fits has things to say about that! Played during a rainy night in San Antonio, TX at the Aztec Theater on Friday, April 10th, 2026.

Alexander Stewart Brings The What If? Tour To Phoenix: Review & Gallery
Alexander Stewart Brings The What If? Tour To Phoenix: Review & Gallery

Canadian singer-songwriter Alexander Stewart brought his What If? Tour to the Valley Bar in Phoenix, Arizona, for an unforgettable night for fans of all ages.

Tampa Shows “L O V E” for ALYK and Local Band No One Road
Tampa Shows “L O V E” for ALYK and Local Band No One Road

ALYK and No One Road perform in Tampa, FL 4/03/2026.

Tiger’s Jaw’s Impact on Emo Is Not Lost on Hamden, CT.
Tiger’s Jaw’s Impact on Emo Is Not Lost on Hamden, CT.

Tiger’s Jaw celebrated their new album, “Lost On You,” in Hamden, CT, on Friday, April 3rd, 2026.

NEWS

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From Opening Acts to Main Characters
From Opening Acts to Main Characters

Today, they are not just an introduction; they are a discovery, a statement, and often, the beginning of something much bigger.

Olivia Rodrigo announces new album …and the title is more than four letters!
Olivia Rodrigo announces new album …and the title is more than four letters!

Olivia Rodrigo’s third album will be released Friday June 12th.

Royel Otis turn Monterrey into a pre-festival fever dream ahead of Tecate Pa’l Norte
Royel Otis turn Monterrey into a pre-festival fever dream ahead of Tecate Pa’l Norte

On March 26, just one night before the massive wave of Tecate Pa’l Norte takes over the city, Royel Otis will step into Showcenter Complex for a much more intimate kind of chaos.

Niall Horan invites you to his “Dinner Party” with new album announcement
Niall Horan invites you to his “Dinner Party” with new album announcement

Niall Horan’s new album, “Dinner Party”, will be released Friday June 5, 2026.

INTERVIEWS

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Flora’s Embrace on Growth, Change, and Their First Live Show
Flora’s Embrace on Growth, Change, and Their First Live Show

Ryan Oldham and Easton Workman have been producing music for over three years now, and we discussed their processes, integrating life, and imagery throughout this interview.

Orbiting Identity: Confidence, Community, and Creative Independence in Satellite
Orbiting Identity: Confidence, Community, and Creative Independence in Satellite

In this interview with Not On Stage, Charlotte Sands reflects on how her album Satellite captures a turning point in both her career and personal growth.

Em Beihold on Her Debut Album & Becoming Herself Again
Em Beihold on Her Debut Album & Becoming Herself Again

We got the chance to chat with singer-songwriter Em Beihold about her upcoming debut album, “Tales of a Failed Shapeshifter” in the most recent 1824 press conference!

Dancing at the Edge of the Future: Next Life Delivery Turns Pop Into Soft Resistance
Dancing at the Edge of the Future: Next Life Delivery Turns Pop Into Soft Resistance

Next Life Delivery uses danceable indie pop and DIY visuals to wrap sharp cultural critique, generational anxiety, and dark humor into music that turns joy and movement into subtle resistance.

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.