FRINGE MUSIC FIX

A decade-long passion project showcasing a diverse lineup of international artists across the alt-pop spectrum, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ voices.

Spotify Playlists (Updated weekly)

The BEST of NEW MUSIC FRIDAY • a collaborative spotify playlist

Expert curators from Acid Stag, Auteur Research, Ear Protection Required, She Makes Music, Sodwee and more unite for an eclectic collaborative playlist! One playlist pick per curator. Fancy yourself a curator? send email to alex@fringemusicfix.com

VIDEOFLOW — by FRINGE MUSIC FIX

Tracks from my nightly new music video showcase. Updated nightly.

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DISCOVER — by FRINGE MUSIC FIX

Discover the next wave of talent. Updated weekly.

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MEGAMIX — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXThis ultimate megamix brings together all our featured playlists into one nonstop collection of top tracks. From chart-toppers to deep cuts, every vibe is here—just hit play and enjoy the best of everything in one place! Updated weekly.

COUNTDOWN — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXCounting down the top twenty-five most popular new tracks in my rotation. Updated weekly and sorted by ascending popularity.25 tracks

ASCEND — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXA selection of fascinating new artists. Updated weekly.25 tracks

DEBUTS — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXDebut singles from promising new artists. Updated weekly.25 tracks

COVERS — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXBrilliant reinterpretations of beloved classics. Updated weekly.25 tracks

REPLAY — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five highly addictive new singles. Updated weekly.25 tracks

PRISM — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXA vibrant mix of boundary-breaking queer artists. Updated weekly.25 tracks

SPOTLIGHT — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular songs from a favourite artist or band. Updated weekly.25 tracks

ECHOES — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXReconnect with this year's defining sounds. Updated weekly.25 tracks

REWIND — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXRediscover vibes from the past with these selections from 2010 to 2024. Updated weekly.25 tracks

FLASHBACK — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXA nostalgic mix of music released between 1980 and 2009. Updated weekly.25 tracks

SHUFFLE — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTake a chance with this random selection of new music. Updated weekly.25 tracks

HEARTS — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXNew favourites — Updated weekly.25 tracks

EP SAMPLER — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXExcerpts from this week's hottest extended plays. Updated weekly on Friday.

SAMPLER — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXFeatured singles extracted from highly anticipated full-lengths. Updated weekly on Friday.

SINGLES — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXNoteworthy new singles from an eclectic mix of emerging and established artists. Updated weekly on Friday.100+ tracks

BEYOND — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXNewly released singles from beyond the fringes. Updated weekly.25 tracks

VIBES — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXAn unforgettable set of new music discoveries that promise to hit different. Updated weekly.25 tracks

HIGHLIGHTS — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXElectrifying track highlights selected from my favourite new full-lengths. Updated weekly.25 tracks

HYPE — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXBuzzy new songs sourced from my favourite blogs. Updated weekly.25 tracks

SELECTS — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXFRINGE MUSIC FIX approved tracks from critically acclaimed full lengths. Updated weekly.25 tracks

Alt Z — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Alt Z singles. Updated weekly. Alt Z blends alternative and pop, featuring emotional lyrics, dreamy melodies, and experimental sounds.25 tracks

Alternative R&B — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Alternative R&B singles. Updated weekly. Alternative R&B blends soulful vocals with experimental sounds, incorporating elements of hip-hop, electronic, and indie music.25 tracks

Art Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Art Pop singles. Updated weekly. Art pop blends experimental, avant-garde influences with pop structures, emphasizing artistic expression, innovation, and eclectic sounds.25 tracks

Australian Indie — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Australian Indie singles. Updated weekly. Australian Indie blends raw, heartfelt lyrics with diverse sounds, from jangly guitars to synths, reflecting unique Aussie stories and vibes.24 tracks

Bedroom Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Bedroom Pop singles. Updated weekly. Bedroom pop is a lo-fi, intimate music style often created at home, blending indie, pop, and electronic influences with personal, relatable lyrics.25 tracks

Bubblegrunge — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Bubblegrunge singles. Updated weekly. Bubblegrunge blends pop's catchy melodies with grunge's raw edge, creating a lo-fi, emotional sound that bridges brightness and angst.25 tracks

Canadian Indie — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Canadian Indie singles. Updated weekly. Canadian indie blends diverse sounds, from folk and rock to electronic, known for its heartfelt lyrics, rich melodies, and DIY spirit.25 tracks

Chill Dream Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Chill Dream Pop singles. Updated weekly. Chill dream pop blends soothing melodies, ethereal vocals, and lush, ambient soundscapes, creating a serene and introspective listening experience.25 tracks

Chillwave — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Chillwave singles. Updated weekly. Chillwave blends dreamy synths, nostalgic vibes, and mellow beats, evoking a lo-fi, retro aesthetic perfect for relaxing or daydreaming.25 tracks

Crank Wave — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Crank Wave singles. Updated weekly. In the late 2010s, UK and Irish post-punk bands, dubbed "crank wave," mixed raw vocals, sharp lyrics, and punk-art influences.25 tracks

Dark Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Dark Pop singles. Updated weekly. Dark pop blends catchy melodies with moody, often haunting lyrics, creating a blend of pop music and darker, introspective themes.25 tracks

Darkwave — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Darkwave singles. Updated weekly. Modern darkwave blends atmospheric synths, haunting melodies, and electronic beats, creating a moody, introspective sound with gothic influences.25 tracks

Dream Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Dream Pop singles. Updated weekly. Modern dream pop blends ethereal melodies, atmospheric soundscapes, and soft vocals, creating a dreamy, introspective, and immersive listening experience.25 tracks

FanPop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXPopular new FanPop singles. Updated weekly. FanPop artists blend their music careers with exclusive, direct-to-fan content, embracing both digital intimacy and mainstream appeal.

French Indie Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new French Indie Pop singles. Updated weekly. French indie pop blends dreamy melodies, catchy rhythms, and poetic lyrics, often with a touch of nostalgia and chic, laid-back vibes.25 tracks

Grave Wave — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Grave Wave singles. Updated weekly. Grave wave blends darkwave, post-punk, and gothic elements, creating a haunting, atmospheric sound with melancholic and eerie vibes.25 tracks

Hyperpop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Hyperpop singles. Updated weekly. Hyperpop is an experimental genre blending glitchy, high-energy beats, distorted vocals, and futuristic soundscapes, often embracing chaos and playfulness.24 tracks

Indie Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Indie Pop singles. Updated weekly. Indie pop blends catchy melodies with DIY, low-fi production, often featuring introspective lyrics and a relaxed, unconventional style.25 tracks

Indie Rock — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Indie Rock singles. Updated weekly. Indie rock is a genre known for its independent, DIY ethos, blending alternative sounds with catchy melodies and often introspective lyrics.25 tracks

K-Pop — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new singles — Updated weekly and sorted by most recently released. K-pop is a dynamic genre blending pop, hip-hop, R&B, and EDM, characterized by catchy melodies, impressive choreography, and vibrant visuals.25 tracks

Montreal Indie — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Montreal Indie singles. Updated weekly. Montreal indie blends diverse styles with raw, experimental sounds, often featuring intimate lyrics and a mix of folk, rock, and electronic influences.25 tracks

Northern Ontario — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new singles from artists with roots in Northern Ontario. Updated weekly. Music from Northern Ontario blends folk, rock, pop, hip hop, country, and Indigenous influences, reflecting its rugged landscapes and tight-knit communities.25 tracks

Toronto Indie — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Toronto Indie singles. Updated weekly. Toronto Indie blends diverse sounds, from folk to alternative rock, with a focus on raw emotion, local storytelling, and experimental styles.25 tracks

Vancouver Indie — by FRINGE MUSIC FIXTwenty-five popular new Vancouver Indie singles. Updated weekly. Vancouver's indie scene blends dreamy synths, raw garage rock, and folk vibes—DIY ethos, rainy-day melodies, and coastal cool.25 tracks

On Repeat

All Spotify Playlists (Updated weekly)