Photo Credit: Paloma Bomé In an era of information overload, it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd. We have access to so much music, it can be difficult to appreciate (or find) artists that we connect with. With that in mind, we thought it would be a cool idea to give you some periodic recommendations of bands/artists you simply need to be listening to! Let’s get started! If you were around in the 90’s, we’re sure you have heard Nada Surf’s single “Popular”. The si

The Landfill, the upcoming album from Fruit Bats, expected June 12, 2026, is one to play on your next roadtrip, while you’re at the beach, or for a solo dance party while cooking dinner. It opens with “The Saddest Part of the Song,” a more energetic opening than one may initially expect from the title of the song. This introduction to The Landfill demonstrates Eric D. Johnson’s combination of the emotionally raw with musical elements of fun and vibrancy. Even in lower moments

Photo Credit: Emily Lehr Alex Heflin & the Moot Point is indisputably my favorite local band in Morgantown, WV. In a town with an insane number of incredible neotrad and folk musicians and bands, the Moot Point stands out for their eclectic jazz funk spin on original tunes, as well as their cover of “You’re Still the One” (Shania Twain) and other beloved household name songs. Their sound, comprised of a tenor electric guitar (Alex Heflin), bass guitar (Mason Atha), electric k