Happy new year! Every year presents chances to revitalize one's goals. Take for example, Wisconsin's Driveway Thriftdwellers, who returned to the studio early last year and released its first new album since 2018. Member Kyle Rightley wrote about it. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

As 2025 winds down, it’s high time that SWT reflects on what’s been an incredible year of music. Here's a comprehensive list of @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social's favorite albums (as well as EPs and live albums) from this year! scummywatertower.com/reviews/josh... #Musicsky 🎧

We're excited to advocate for one more Singles Spotlight for 2025 - Chicago's Billy Joel Jr. and their song "Ur A Star”. It's the title track from their latest album. Read on to learn why @alexmtheel.bsky.social liked the track and band. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Excited to have an essay published today over at @scummywatertower.bsky.social about my favorite record: “Let It Be” by the Replacements! Hear more about the band’s impact on me as an artist & musician + a track-by-track deep dive into the new deluxe remaster. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay...

Anyone else catch Tommy Stinson of The Replacements playing with the Mountain Goats last night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert? If not you can watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pv53.... As you may know, we here at SWT are big fans of any content related to The Replacements. #Musicsky

Kevin Blackwell is best known in the music scene as a songwriter and frontman of the group Sassparilla. The group will release its ninth album in February. Blackwell wrote an insightful essay about continuing the folk tradition of DIY music culture. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

Looking for a great artist and song to catch out this weekend? SWT is excited to share another Midwestern-based singer-songwriter making great music: Eau Claire, WI-based Hemma, via a feature on terrific new single “Boarding School Blues”. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Above the Moon's new song "King Baby" is about someone in power abusing their authority and whining whenever they don’t get their way. SWT is excited to premiere the song's protest-themed music video and share @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social's interview. scummywatertower.com/premieres/vi... #Musicsky

Today, SWT is excited to shed some spotlight on yet another artist making excellent music: Berlin-based psych rock trio Atomic Fruit. Read on to learn more about the band and why @alexmtheel.bsky.social especially enjoyed single "Hit The Ground". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

This week, Brooklyn-based Port Ross will release his debut album, entitled Nighttime at Gardner Hall. SWT is excited to premiere a stream of the album a day early and share an essay Jack wrote about the musical growth he experienced making the album. scummywatertower.com/premieres/po... #Musicsky

Ready to learn about another multi-instrumentalist who is creating some great music under a new moniker? SWT is excited to introduce to you Rainshadow, the first solo project of A. Ball. Alex put the spotlight on one of the singles from his debut. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, we're excited to share another singer-songwriter, who you may not have heard of before, but continues to create great music: Nashville's own Tim O'Connell. His new EP GEMS features the great single "Good Enough (A Father's Song)". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

We're excited to advocate for another musician who continues to make amazing music: Icelandic-based singer-songwriter Arny Margret. The deluxe version of her latest album features great single “Took the Train ’til the End – Alternative Version”. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

For our 30th Water Tower Session, Inland Years, the home-recorded indie project of Brooklyn-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Daniels, performed several songs. Daniels also penned an insightful essay. Session: youtu.be/OT3nCN_GlqM Essay: scummywatertower.com/sessions/wat... #Musicsky

We're grateful and thankful for all of the readers, artists, musicians, and PR folks that helped make SWT amazing in 2025. Thank you once again, Alex and Josh

Recently, we had the pleasure of introducing you to Vancouver-based musician Rich Hope via a Singles Spotlight feature. Today, we're pleased to share Joshua M. Miller's in-depth interview with him further exploring his career and recently released live album.

Today, we’re excited to discuss another Canadian music group making great music: EarthBall. The group just released a new album we suggest you check out, especially single "Helsinki". @alexmtheel.bsky.social shared some thoughts on the band and song. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Eddie Schwartz is a legendary, award-winning Canadian musician and human and music rights advocate. Today, he shared an exclusive essay for SWT about how a recent emotional trip to Soweto, South Africa, altered his view of himself as an artist. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

We've been fortunate to share a lot of passionate writing in essay form on our site over the past year or so. Writing that is personal yet often relatable. Significantly affecting, very human, and well worth the read. We love sharing our Artist Essay series with you. (1/2)

With the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday approaching next week, we feel that the latest Artist Essay from Los Angeles singer-songwriter Stefanie Michaela is particularly fitting. She discusses her passion for creating music and finding balance in life. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

On November 7th, Pigeon Pit released its latest album Leash Aggression via indie label Ernest Jenning Record Company. @alexmtheel.bsky.social highly recommends giving it a listen, especially fantastic single "Anthill Mode". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, we’re excited to discuss another group that has quickly made a a name for itself over the past few years, Brooklyn by way of Boston band Trophy Wife. That's thanks to great songs such as "So Hard", which we're stoked to spotlight. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, SWT is excited to discuss another rocker/singer-songwriter who is making some great memories for his fans: Vancouver, BC-based musician Rich Hope. On Friday, he will release a live album featuring standout single “It Come Alive”. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Vancouver scene legend Rich Hope releases Live At The ANZA Club this Friday! Get a preview and hear the blazing track "It Come Alive" now at @scummywatertower.bsky.social #CanadianMusic #rockandroll scummywatertower.com/features/sin...

Last month, we had the pleasure of introducing you to the Canadian singer-songwriter Josh Ritchie through a Singles Spotlight feature on his fantastic song "September Talks." He has generously followed up on that feature with an exclusive Artist Essay. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

Welcome to a new week to explore new music! Today, we’re excited to discuss another great experimental band, Los Angeles' 2070. The band's new single “Transducer”, off their upcoming album, is a favorite for @alexmtheel.bsky.social. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Last month we had the pleasure of introducing you to Milwaukee, Wisconsin noise rockers IfIHadAHiFi via artist essay by @hotshotrobot.bsky.social. We're excited to share @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social's interview with the band about their new music. scummywatertower.com/features/int... #Musicsky

Last week, Laura Burhenn made her triumphant return to music making with a new album from her project The Mynabirds. @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social interviewed her about why she started working on her own songs again. @clarioncallmedia.bsky.social scummywatertower.com/features/int... #Musicsky

Today, we're going to delve into Australian rock band Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, who just released their new album Glory. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had a chance to check it out and enjoyed what he heard. Read on to find out what he thought! scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

Lillian King is an emerging singer-songwriter based in Chicago, IL that we highly recommend listening to. On October 24th she released her debut album, and today we're excited to share an exclusive essay from her about embracing teenage ennui. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

For the latest entry in our SWT Interviews series, we interviewed singer-songwriter @podgelane.bsky.social. In the interview, Podge talks about his new album Less Of Me, which chronicles some of his experiences touring the U.S. since recently becoming a citizen. youtu.be/rmVr75RRHVQ #Musicsky

Today, we’re going to explore Ruby Sparks, the project of LA-based songwriter Jake Sternberg. The band just released its debut album Iris. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had an early listen and liked what he heard. Read on to find out why in his album review! scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

This week Hüsker Dü is releasing a new four LP live box set, entitled 1985: The Miracle Year. @alexmtheel.bsky.social had an early opportunity to listen to the box set. Read on to find out what he thought of the release! scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... @bobmouldmusic.bsky.social #Musicsky

Today, we're excited to introduce you to Philadelphia's Sun Within, a new band brimming with potential. The group contributed their artist essay in the form of a band discussion of some key aspects of band life. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

Today, we’re going to delve into one of Australia’s finest bands, The Belair Lip Bombs, via a review of their latest album. Read on to find out why writer @alexmtheel.bsky.social thought it was an exceptional release. scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky #newmusic #review #albumreview

Looking for a taste of Italy? And/or a love song that goes beyond surface level? Today SWT is excited to premiere the music video for The Spikes' song "Garden Song". Read on to learn more! scummywatertower.com/premieres/vi... #Musicsky

Earlier this year, we introduced you to Orilllia, the project of Chicago-based artist Andrew Marczak, via a thoughtful artist essay. Today, we're excited to put the spotlight on him again, this time through a Singles Spotlight feature. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

We’re excited to discuss a Chicago-based artist making some great music, No Lonesome. New EP Am I What I’m Not? features the fantastic song "Great Eternal", which we're spotlighting for you today. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

For the latest entry in our SWT Interviews video series, @joshuammillerwi.bsky.social interviewed Alberta, Canada-based singer/songwriter Cynthia Hamar, who recently started performing under the moniker BirdBelly. BirdBelly's debut album was just released. youtu.be/DsGTkDPM-x0 #Musicsky 🎧

Looking for some great music to listen to? We highly recommend checking out Joelton Mayfield's aptly titled debut album Crowd Pleaser. Read on to find out what @alexmtheel.bsky.social thought of the release! scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

This weekend, Northern Virginia self-described “anthemic punk/emo” rockers Celebration Summer will make their triumphant return to Gainesville, Florida’s @thefestfl.bsky.social. Bass player Greg Raelson wrote about the band's influences. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

Today, SWT's Water Tower Sessions series returns, this time with a stellar performance from Nashville based singer-songwriter Remi Goode and her partner Gabe. They perform "Punchline" off her recently released debut album. scummywatertower.com/sessions/wat... www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpYv...

If you're looking for some great songs of acts old and new to catch out, check out our Spotify playlists! open.spotify.com/user/316nk74... #Musicsky

Today, we’re excited to introduce the musical talent of an artist known for her visual design and artwork, who has recently started releasing music, Hirons. We're excited to put the spotlight on debut EP single "Being The Cause". Read on to learn more! scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, we’re excited to discuss another artist making wonderful music: Canadian singer-songwriter Josh Ritchie. On Friday, October 17, he'll release his new album So Much More Than A Dream, which features great track "September Talks". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

We try our best to keep our socials and site a positive experience of advocacy. But we can't always remain quiet. Neither should you. 🙌

For music fans and bands alike, there are concerts that stand apart from the rest. Sometimes it can be a unique location or venue. In an exclusive essay for SWT, rock band Social Cinema recount one of their most memorable - a house show in Colorado. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

It's a new day, which means another chance to spotlight great music. Today, we’re excited to discuss another artist who continues to create great music: BirdBelly. Her debut album, which is out Friday, features the great song "Desert Khaki". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, we’re excited to discuss another emerging artist who is making some great music: Nashville-based Americana duo The Prickly Pair. The band will release its self-titled debut EP this Friday. One of our favorite songs from the release is "Swamp Angel". scummywatertower.com/features/sin...

Today, Milwaukee, Wisconsin based noise rockers IfIHadAHiFi released the first of two EPs coming out this fall. They also will releasing a reissue of their 2012 EP. @hotshotrobot.bsky.social wrote an essay for SWT about the band's longevity. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky