Today’s a big release day over at the Wave. We’ve got 11 records out today, from hazy indie rock, dream pop, shoegaze and grungegaze to emo, pop-punk, skate punk, hardcore and everything in between. Give the tracks below a spin and click into each release for more info and places to stream the full record.
For the full list of upcoming releases we know about, click here. The calendar includes releases beyond our Release Wave recommendations.
an exchange of information
November 6, 2026
Oso Oso's sixth full-length, an exchange of information , arrives November 6, 2026 via Feral Twin. The album leans into the project's melodic indie rock while reconnecting with its emo and punk roots, led by the loud, upbeat first single "know you know me better."
Ghosts
November 6, 2026
Melodic punk band Tearjerker will release their second album, "Ghosts," on November 6, 2026. Fans of Leatherface, Hot Water Music, and Roach Squad will appreciate the emotionally charged melodic punk sound showcased on the 12-track record, which reflects themes of love, heartbreak, and introspection. Co-released internationally by prominent labels, the album will be available in various formats, including vinyl, CD, cassette, and digital editions.
Chosen Hell
November 6, 2026
Comeback Kid's eighth album, recorded with Will Putney at Graphic Nature Audio and out November 6, 2026 via SharpTone Records (Dine Alone Records in Canada). Eleven tracks of fast, melodic hardcore with guest spots from Spiritbox's Courtney LaPlante and Incendiary's Brendan Garrone.
Future Nausea
November 6, 2026
Spanish Love Songs return with their fifth album, Future Nausea , out November 6, 2026 via Pure Noise Records. Produced by Chris Walla and Sarah Tudzin, it expands the band’s melodic punk roots into widescreen heartland rock with ringing guitars, shimmering synths, driving rhythms and politically charged lyrics.
On The Quay
November 6, 2026
Connecticut indie rock band sundots will release On The Quay on November 6, 2026 via Nettwerk. Their second album and first full-band record brings the project’s hazy guitar melodies into more expansive arrangements, drawing on the slow-burning atmosphere of Duster, Red House Painters and Galaxie 500 and the intricate emo interplay of Karate.
Where Could I Go?
November 6, 2026
Atlanta indie punk band New Junk City will release their fourth album, Where Could I Go? on November 6, 2026 via Lauren Records. This 12-song record delves into the challenges of navigating love, work, and relationships, showcasing a raw and honest approach similar to their punk counterparts. Produced by Tyler Bisson and recorded at Standard Electric, the lead single "Lonely Now" portrays themes of setting boundaries and embracing change in personal connections. RIYL: Superchunk, The Replacements, Green Day, The Weakerthans, The Get Up Kids, Japandroids, The Menzingers, Gin Blossoms
A Different Shine
November 6, 2026
Teenage Wrist has released A Different Shine (EP), their first new music since 2023, blending dreamy post-rock and grunge with a heavier alternative sound. Produced and mixed by Ken Andrews of Failure, the three-track EP features songs like “Twist My Tongue,” which combines gritty grunge and space rock influences. Fans of bands like Failure and alternative post-rock will find this release notable for its mix of melodic and experimental elements.
ARE YOU READY: THE FIRST STUDIO RECORDING (Inner Ear - March 1979)
November 6, 2026
Bad Brains' earliest known studio session, recorded at Inner Ear Studios in March 1979, receives its first official release November 6 via Trust Records. Newly mixed by Ian MacKaye, the six-song collection is led by the previously unreleased original studio recording of “Pay to Cum.”
High Horse
November 6, 2026
New Hampshire punk and slacker-rock quartet FFO: Chillin release their nine-track debut album High Horse November 6, 2026 via DAZE. Featuring “Fresh Start,” “All I Know” and “Forward Perpetual Motion,” the record pairs loose-limbed hooks with emo-leaning guitars and wry observations about an increasingly bleak world.
Suburban Decay
November 6, 2026
Cosmic Joke’s album "Suburban Decay" will be released digitally on November 6, 2026, followed by vinyl and CD editions on November 13 through Revelation Records. The band from Los Angeles blends SoCal skate punk melodies with hardcore grit, drawing comparisons to acts like Descendents, Kid Dynamite, NOFX, and the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater soundtracks. The 12-track LP includes fan favorites like "No Threat" and "Referee," with physical editions featuring various limited vinyl pressings and a CD version available.
Call It Goodbye
November 6, 2026
Call It Goodbye is the debut album from Philadelphia-based trio Deux Visages, out November 6, 2026 via Pure Noise Records. Recorded in Miami with longtime collaborator Arquimides “Arkii” Cala, the 11-song record pairs dreamy, feedback-soaked guitars with explosive dynamics and a coming-of-age look at uncertainty and change.
