What music do you like Jazz, K-Pop, Country? You are sure to find old and new favorites with Freegal, the streaming service that our Hoboken patrons can stream 3 hours per day and download 5 songs per week. You can create your own playlists or stream lists created by Freegal such as Pop Party Down that would be perfect for your New Year’s Celebration.
I mostly listen to goth, industrial and adjacent genres; here are a five acts I enjoy if you are looking for something new and different to try for 2025!
Glass Apple Bonzai
Canadian Synthpop act Glass Apple Bonzai aka GAB has a fun retro electronic look and sound that I have enjoyed several times live. You can stream several of their albums on Freegal. Frontman Daniel Belasco provides a lot of energy. If you miss the 80’s then check them out.
Switchblade Symphony
When I was in college Switchblade Symphony was one of my favorite bands. Goth with a hint of grungy industrial. Tina Root sang dark fairy tales that captured my heart. You can hear them Live in Los Angeles from Freegal.
Rabbit Junk
Rabbit Junk is a metal industrial band that makes me think of a more intense Mindless Self Indulgence. Another great live act. Their music always leaves me feeling energized.
Current 93
My graduate school roommate introduced me to Current 93 and other apocalyptic folk, now more commonly referred to as neofolk. I like the discordance of neofolk, the feeling of smashing apart melodies with its blend of industrial and folk music. My husband thinks it is as enjoyable as a horns honking during a traffic jam; you be the judge!
Mechanical Moth
German ebm (electro-body-music) act Mechanical Moth has some real bangers. I especially like songs where they have female singer Ivy on vocals. Their album Mirrors actually features two versions of every song one with electro/male vocals and the other with darkwave/female vocals.
What are some of your favorite Bands to stream on Freegal? If you enjoy jazz and/or classical you should also checkout Medici.com available to stream with your Hoboken Library Card.
Written by:
Aimee Harris
Information and Digital Services Manager
Hoboken Library Staff Picks 
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