Grimy Goods – A Los Angeles music lifestyle blog since 2008

We’ve finalized our list of the best new songs released in July 2026. As always, this playlist leans indie and alternative across all genres. This month’s roundup features music from many independent artists as well as major labels, including

Chappell Roan is bringing yet another live event to Los Angeles with the announcement of her two-day charity celebration, The Super Graphic Spectacular.

Taking place October 21 and 22, 2026, at The Shrine in Los Angeles, the fundraising benefit will bring together artists, fans, drag performers, comedians, and advocates for two nights of entertainment, comm...

Olivia Rodrigo is performing a surprise show at Warsaw in Brooklyn on Thursday, August 6. The news was announced this morning, with the show expected to unfold this evening via Olivia Rodrigo...

While a song can absolutely aim to get people moving and more listeners on board, it can also function as a freestyle of sorts for an artist or band to show what they’re capable of. When it comes to these three songs from independent artists, their effortless yet infectious groove results from this approach, making them well-suited to the latter months of summer.

We had such a great time chatting with Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah at