Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists from around the globe. In the lineup, there are two exceptional artists must have check out! If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up or say who’s your new favorite below in the comment section.
If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music!
SAM SAMPLE – 7
Rising Americana-rock artist SAM SAMPLE continues her rapid ascent with a striking new reinterpretation of Catfish and the Bottlemen fan favourite ‘7’, reimagined alongside collaborator Cam Harper. Blending heartfelt Americana textures with the emotional urgency of indie rock, the release further cements Sam’s reputation as one of the genre’s most compelling emerging voices.
On ‘7’, Sam and Cam Harper deliver a version that feels both reverent and refreshingly original. Gentle acoustic instrumentation introduces a warm country-leaning atmosphere, while the pair’s rich harmonies gradually swell into an emotionally charged climax. The production carefully balances the spirit of the original track with Sam’s signature Americana sensibilities, transforming the indie anthem into something deeply personal and cinematic. why not have a listen below…
KANISTHA – MR. RIGHT
With ‘Mr. Right’, New York City-based Thai-Canadian artist KANISTHA delivers one of her most self-assured releases to date. The track is a lushly arranged contemporary pop soundscape that allows her vocals to glide effortlessly above the production. The result is an emotionally direct single that highlights her evolving artistry.
Written about her partner, now husband, the song reflects a deeply personal journey. Long inspired by the fairytale narratives of love popularised in film and television, Kanistha spent years navigating the realities of dating in her twenties in New York City, where idealism often collides with uncertainty. ‘Mr. Right’ captures the turning point: the moment when lived experience meets lasting connection.
The single embraces sincerity without compromise. It’s a celebration of finding the right person at the right time, when self-awareness and hope align, and channels a sense of emotional freedom that resonates from the very first note.why not check it out below…
Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists from around the globe.
In the this lineup, there are two must-check-out acts that sit at opposite ends of the genre spectrum: indie disco-pop (or ‘space pop’) and full on, no filter blues rock with a message that almost everyone can related to. So on ahead and check them out! As always, give the releases a thumbs up in the comments section, if they tickle your fancy.
If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music! Have a great weekend.
MIDNIGHT MYSTERY CLUB – SIGN OF THE TIMES
MIDNIGHT MYSTERY CLUB continue their stellar run of cosmic indie-pop with the release of latest single, ‘Sign of the Times,’ out today on all major streaming platforms.
The new track marks the third of five singles to be unveiled ahead of the band’s forthcoming album, Telescope, which lands on 10 July. Blending shimmering melodies, atmospheric textures and the group’s signature “space pop” sound, ‘Sign of the Times’ offers another enticing preview of what’s to come from the highly anticipated record.
With each release, Midnight Mystery Club have continued to build momentum towards Telescope, and this latest offering further showcases the band’s knack for crafting immersive, dreamlike soundscapes wrapped around infectious songwriting.
Check out ‘Sign of the Times’ below and let us know what you think…
TREVOR FINLAY – SHUT THE HELL UP
If there’s one thing TREVOR FINLAY has mastered over 30+ years on the road, it’s this: sometimes the smartest thing you can say… is nothing at all. As he builds toward his seventh studio album, his new single, ‘Shut The Hell Up,’ leans all the way into that truth. Loud, unapologetic, and with a grin. A guitar-driven, no-filter blues-rock punch, the track captures everything Finlay does best: sharp-witted, road-tested, and delivered with classic rock swagger.
‘Shut The Hell Up,’ is out today across all music platforms. Why not check it out below…
Jharyss (pictured left), Sam (centre) and Preston – aka Nashville trio INDIGO SYNDICATE – have been a regular on NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup. Their music resonated with you guys as their single ‘DND – Do Not Disturb’ claimed the blog’s Song of the Month top spot in May.
Member Sam jumps right into the interview seat to discuss the inspiration behind the single, which forms part of their latest project,‘Briley Parkway’.
NLM: Hey, thank you for taking part in an interview with NEW LEASE MUSIC. How is 2026 treating you so far?
S: 2026 has been full of work, love, and growth. We have all been more motivated now than ever to continue to spread our positivity to anyone who is needing it. Overall, we’ve been doing the best we can with what we have, and that’s enough to say it’s been a good year for us personally.
NLM: You released your single, ‘DND (Do Not Disturb)’ back in February. What is the public‘s response of the single so far?
S: We have had nothing but positive feedback from friends, family and fans. It seems to be gaining quite a bit of traction with over 30,000 streams on Spotify alone, and we’ve seen a good number of those streams convert to real followers that we are more than happy to welcome to our community.
NLM: What inspired you to produce/write the single?
S: Both us and our fans were craving something you could dance to, so that was our main goal with releasing DND as our first single of 2026. We came with something completely different from what we released in 2025 and are proud to be continuously raising the bar.
NLM: How would you describe the single’s sound to potential fans?
S: DND is an alternative, multi-genre bop with a beat-change you’d never expect and lyrics that you can’t help but admire. If you listen to artists like The Kid Laroi or BROCKHAMPTON, you’ll like this one.
NLM: What message would you like the listeners to take away from your single?
S: While we love connecting to our fans through our lyricism, this track was more for the people who simply like a high-energy song they can bop their heads to. The concept is a little darker, touching on toxic relationships, but the song is meant to uplift the listener’s energy through the instrumentation and layout.
NLM: If you had to feature one mainstream artist on DND, who would it be and why?
S: We all thought The Kid Laroi would make a killer feature on this. The type of drums and topic are perfect for his voice and style. If we could list a second artist, Tank and the Bangas would absolutely murder a verse and really play into the alternative side of this song rather than the pop/rap tones it has. Shouts out to both of the artists mentioned. They’re truly incredible musicians we all three admire and tune into.
NLM: ‘DND’ forms part of your latest EP ‘Briley Parkway’, released last month. What’s the general theme of the project?
S: Briley Parkway is a small project that touches on toxicity in relationships. We wanted to keep dark pop as a recurring genre throughout every song while also touching on different struggles almost every person has gone through when maintaining relationships with family, friends, and/or romantic partners. However, coinciding with our true genre-bending spirit, we made sure each song has its own uniqueness by letting different genres seep through, including rap, rnb, bedroom pop and edm.
NLM: What plans do you have in store for 2026?
S: Maintaining our monthly release schedule has been our top priority. We work a minimum of two nights a week to ensure we can give our fans new music consistently. On top of releasing monthly, we have a few shows coming up in Nashville we are excited to be a part of and will hopefully be coming out with a few collaborations with other local musicians before the end of 2026.
NLM: How can potential fans find you?
S: We are Indigo Syndicate on all of your favorite platforms! You can find us on social media either @indigosyndicate or @indigosyndicatemusic. We also have a website, https://www.indigosyndicate.com/ where you can find information on recent releases as well as upcoming ones. Shouts out to our amazing team at Publicity Nation for making the coolest website a band could ever ask for. We love everyone over there to the moon and back. Besides that, you can find us playing in and around Nashville if you want to. :)
NLM: If music didn’t exist, what other profession would you do?
S: This is such a tough one because we are constantly saying there is nothing we’d rather do. Music is and will always be our purpose. If we had to pick something, it’d probably be related to social work or helping animals. We all share a mission of making the world a better place, so those fields are probably the only other ways we could do so.
We wanted to thank you, Tracey, and the entire team at New Lease Music for continuing to support us on our musical journey. We seriously appreciate any time you’re willing to spend on tuning in to our sound and learning more about who we are as people. Please remember to drink water and as always, spread love, not hate.
Welcome to NEW LEASE MUSIC’s New Music Roundup, your weekly snapshot of great music from indie and unsigned artists from around the globe.
In this lineup, there are three great artists who aren’t afraid to go beyond the traditional boundaries of Country, Pop, Rock and Grunge, so if this is your thing, it’s definitely worth checking them out! If you like what you hear, give it a thumbs-up below in the comment section.
If you are a indie or an unsigned artist and would like your music featured on the list, send your music links and a short info about the release to submit@newleasemusic.com, with NEW MUSIC ROUNDUP in the subject line.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you enjoy the music!
NEWTON’S FIRST LAW – MADDIE LENHART
MADDIE LENHART‘s latest single ‘Newton’s First Law’ transforms emotional burnout into something immersive and deeply resonant, capturing the feeling of using movement as a survival tactic. Centered around the aching chorus — “I stay in motion / Keep it all going / And run till my lungs give out” — the song explores the exhausting cycle of staying busy just to avoid confronting heartbreak head-on.Blending atmospheric country textures with emotionally driven songwriting, the single pulls influence from Fleetwood Mac and The Chicks while carving out a sound entirely its own.
Newton’s First Law sets the tone for Maddie’s upcoming EP rollout with a sound that feels expansive, emotional, and strikingly self-aware. Check it out below…
BAILEY MARIE – ROCK A BYE BABY
BAILEY MARIE‘s new single,‘Rock A Bye Baby’ is a bold, cinematic country revenge anthem from Bailey Marie that flips familiar nursery rhymes into a darkly playful story of betrayal, retaliation, and emotional release, channeling the storytelling edge of Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert.
The song opens with Verse 1, setting the narrative in motion: “Mary had a little man / Married for ten, made life plans / Little did she know on Friday nights / He was sleepin’ around with the neighbor’s wife / She had enough of his shit / Lyin’ and cheatin’, promised he’d quit / Mary said this was the last time / And sang him this nursery rhyme.” It immediately establishes heartbreak turning into resolve, as Mary reaches her breaking point.
That leads into the chorus, which transforms a classic nursery rhyme into a sharp breakup statement: “It’s rainin’, it’s pourin’ / The old man is snorin’ / She packed her bags and left / Had enough of his bedtime stories / Rock a bye baby she said pullin’ away / Her ass was gone when he woke the next day / She said see ya later hope you have a good life / Hope the neighbor makes a better wife.” The hook reframes childhood nostalgia into a moment of finality, independence, and revenge-fueled clarity.
‘Rock A Bye Baby’ is out now across all leading music platforms. Check it out below:
KERRIGAN BARRY – THE WORST
KERRIGAN BARRY wastes no time setting the scene with ‘The Worst,’ dropping listeners directly into a chaotic house party: music blasting, energy high, and probably a bathroom sign that reads “don’t do coke.” It’s vivid, a little reckless, and instantly cinematic, pairing perfectly with the track’s punchy pop-rock production and sharp lyrical edge.
“I wrote this song after a guy told my boyfriend I was the worst thing that ever happened to him. This aged well, we are happily engaged to be married this year.”
‘The Worst’ is out now for your pleasure. Why not check it out below…
Independent artists trying to balance a job, bills, and a social life while chasing a music career are playing a high-stakes game of tetris. Mastering the art of making progress without waiting for “the perfect moment” is the only way to actually survive as a creative today. The reality is that time and energy are finite. When you’re grinding through a shift or stuck at a desk all day, the last thing you usually have left is the mental “juice” required to write a song or mix a track. Making it work requires a total mindset shift. It’s not about finding a magic month off to record an album; it’s about figuring out how to make your music a non-negotiable, sustainable part of your messy, busy life.
Key Points in Brief
The Day Job Dividend: Reframing your boss as the “investor” who pays for your strings, plugins, and ads.
Frictionless Recording: Keeping your mic plugged in and your software ready so you don’t waste energy on setup.
Salami Slicing:Breaking down big goals into 10-minute tasks you can knock out during a lunch break.
Strategic Laziness: Learning when to rest so you don’t end up hating your music because of burnout.
Skill Swapping: Trading your musical talents for things like cover art or video editing to save your cash.
Core Problem and Why It Matters
The biggest lie we tell ourselves is that we’ll start working once things “quiet down.” In the adult world, things never really quiet down, and waiting for a clear schedule is usually just a polite way of letting your dreams die.
When you’re physically or mentally fried from work, “waiting for inspiration” is a trap. If you only create when you feel 100%, you’ll likely only work on your music three times a year, which isn’t enough to build a career.
Consistency is the only thing you can actually control. Building your career in the small gaps of your day protects your creativity from the stress of having to make money, which ironically usually leads to better, more honest art.
Comparing Common Approaches
Approach
What It Solves
Best For
Key Advantage
The Slow Burn
Long-term burnout
Artists with full-time careers
Zero financial stress and high stability
The “All-In” Leap
Lack of focus
Those with 6+ months of savings
100% time dedicated to the music
The Weekend Warrior
Deep work sessions
People with rigid 9-5 schedules
High output in short, intense bursts
Navigating the Modern Career Path
The old-school idea that you either “make it” or you’re a failure is totally outdated. Modern career paths are rarely a straight line anymore, allowing people to build high-level skills and grow an audience slowly while keeping their day jobs. It’s now totally normal for artists to shift directions and evolve their brand over several years. This kind of gradual growth is actually a lot safer because it lets you build a real foundation without needing a viral hit just to pay your rent.
Learning how to juggle these different versions of yourself is a skill in itself. To explore this further, check out insights from a career-focused research institute that studies workforce trends and evolving career paths. Their data on how people manage non-traditional journeys can give you some much-needed context for your own path.
FAQ
Q: Do I need to live in a “music city” like Nashville or LA? A: Not really. With the internet, where you live matters way less than your ability to build a community online and release consistent work.
Q: How do I handle a job that I absolutely hate? A: If your job is destroying your mental health, it’s a barrier, not a patron. Look for a “bridge job” that might pay the same but doesn’t leave you feeling like a shell of a human at 5:00 PM. Q: When is the “right” time to put out my first song? A: When you have a small group of people actually asking for it. Don’t wait for “perfection”; wait for a sign that someone actually wants to hear what you’re making.
Checklist Before Moving Ahead
Success isn’t about luck; it’s about making sure your life is actually set up to support your art.
You have stopped treating your day job as the enemy.
You have a “ready-to-go” creative space with zero setup time.
You have identified three tiny tasks you can do in under 15 minutes.
You have a clear handle on your monthly “survival” budget.
You have accepted that your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.
Conclusion
Chasing a music career while life is throwing bills at you is hard, but it’s how most of the greats started. By being smart with your time and focusing on small, consistent wins, you can build a career that actually lasts. Every little step you take today adds up to the bigger picture. Don’t worry about the “perfect” circumstances—just keep making the music that only you can make.
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