7 Indie Rom-Coms That’ll Make You Weep, Cackle, or Green with Envy
Nothing says “I love you” more than watching a rom-com on Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re celebrating with your partner or your best friend, Aussie pop singer John Paul Young’s lyrics hold true: “love is in the air.” And that applies to both romantic and platonic arrangements. To celebrate the month of love, CONE has compiled […]
Independent Venue Week 2026: Where Would Live Music Be Without Grassroots Spaces?
Independent Venue Week returned for its 12th consecutive run in January 2026. Celebrating music from across the globe, from small, emerging talent, to trailblazers, the industry can’t get enough of. Independent Venue Week is a week-long incentive championing the power of community by celebrating independent, DIY businesses in the music industry. This year, 236 venues […]
Everything Small Filmmakers Can Learn from ‘Marty Supreme’s’ Marketing Takeover
Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme has had one of the most unforgettable marketing campaigns of 2025. But why? With major wins under its belt—including Timothée Chalamet’s sweep for Best Actor at the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards, and most recently, the Oscars—Marty Supreme has been crowned with critical acclaim. And yet, you can’t talk about […]
Album Review: Fake Friends ‘Let’s Not Overthink This’
Fake Friends are an emerging post-wave group from Montréal, Canada, combining the melancholic sounds of post-punk with the obscure introspection of new wave. A gang of pals with an ironically-titled band name, Fake Friends, are all about creating a soundscape that’s bursting with energy and layered with clever, thought-provoking lyrics. With less than 2,000 followers […]
The Next Wave: 7 Alternative Bands to Watch in 2026
A new wave of alternative rock bands is quietly reshaping the scene. And chances are, you haven’t heard of them yet. Alternative rock is constantly evolving. For years, established acts like Hemlocke Springs, Fat White Family, and Black Country, New Road set the tone, dominating music rotations with era-defining projects. But over the past year, […]
Album Review: LOUD WOMEN ‘10th Anniversary Compilation’
Loud Women marks its 10th anniversary with a compilation album that cuts straight to the heart of what the collective has always stood for. Released through the independent Punk Fox label, the album brings together women and non-binary DIY artists who’ve moved through the collective’s orbit over the past decade. But this isn’t a nostalgic […]
Native James Close Out Their Tour with Utter Carnage at The Old Blue Last
Even if you haven’t heard their music, anyone wired into the alt scene and drawn to heavier sounds has likely crossed paths with the name Native James. Their debut EP, Confessions of a Sinner is gaining momentum, thanks to its kaleidoscopic mix of grime, punk, hip-hop, metal, and everything in between. The past two weeks […]
SANE INSIDE INSANITY: How Andreas Zerr Captured the Phenomenon Behind Rocky Horror
German producer and director Andreas Zerr is not your average Rocky Horror Picture Show stan. In fact, he’s explicitly expressed, “I’m not a fan.” But, as you make your way through his SANE INSIDE INSANITY documentary, you unearth the story of how the 1975 musical comedy‑horror film came to be a culturally relevant artpiece, cultivating […]
Legss Live @ Moth Club, London
One month after dropping their highly anticipated debut album Unreal, art-rock quartet Legss took over Hackney’s Moth Club for their final headlining London show of the year. It’s Saturday night in one of the city’s most intimate venues, and the band has transformed the room into something electric. They delivered a raw showcase of technical […]
7 Moments That Show DJ AG Is Changing the Game
If you’re new here, Ashley Gordon—also known as DJ AG—is a Black DJ from Tottenham, London, who has spent the last few years cultivating an online community. Known by the slogan “London DJ making a difference,” he’s built his reputation DJ’ing on the streets of Jamaica, London, and New York. In 2022, AG began livestreaming […]