Every Monday morning, Still in Rock kicks off the week with an article featuring a bunch of new releases. At the end of each month, I dedicate a playlist to the best of these articles (link). Don’t miss out and join Still in Rock on Facebook (here), WhatsApp (here), and Instagram (here). Cheers.
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Sick Thoughts – Another Piece Of Plastic
EP, 8 August 2025
[punk rock]
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In one sentence: Sick Thoughts is fast emerging as one of the most
compelling (and hardest-hitting) rock bands on the planet.
compelling (and hardest-hitting) rock bands on the planet.
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The Oidz – Live from the UFO
Live, Prison Records, 20 August 2025
[egg punk]
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In one sentence: Egg punk has become the signature current of early-2020s indie;
this video puts Oidz firmly in the conversation.
this video puts Oidz firmly in the conversation.
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Mac DeMarco – Guitar
LP, Mac’s Record Label, 22 August 2025
[bedroom pop]
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In one sentence: A few songs in, you realize none will go big;
from there on, it’s only hits!
from there on, it’s only hits!
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Rex Tycoon – No Limit 2 Luv
LP, Smartpunk Records & Many Hats Distribution, 1 August 2025
[indierock]
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In one sentence: For fans of what’s now classic indie rock; no frills, à la Pist Idiots.