Summer is here, which means the season of searching for new music has officially begun. Everyone wants to have a fresh new playlist for their long drives, lake days, and miscellaneous other summer activities. So, if you are a fan of indie, alternative, rock, or anything other than country music, this is an article for you! Here are 11 on-the-rise bands that you should totally add to your summer playlist.

1. Replicka

Replicka is an indie rock band from Athens, Georgia. With a sound comparable to bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers and Arctic Monkeys, the young band finds a way to say everything you've been thinking. Although just beginning their journey, this group clearly has a bright road ahead. You can find their first album ["Replicka"] on iTunes, and check out their newly-released EP on bandcamp. https://replicka.bandcamp.com/

2. Human Buoy

Australian indie band Human Buoy has a soothing sound that could be compared to Tame Impala or The Strokes. They're the perfect band for relaxing summer days with your best friends. They currently have two singles released, "Oxygen" and "Period of Maximum Excitability," and will be releasing their debut album "Animation Station" later in 2016. https://humanbuoy.bandcamp.com/

3. Eerie Wanda

All the way from Amsterdam, Eerie Wanda makes its way into the music industry with their debut album "Hum," released on iTunes in late February 2016. With inspirations such as The Velvet Underground and Young Marble Giants, lead vocalist Marina Tadic sings with the perfect eccentricity to her voice, making for a unique and comfortable feel behind each song. http://www.eeriewanda.com/

4. Hunter As a Horse

From Berlin, Germany comes the irresistibly dark music of Hunter As a Horse. With a style that could be compared to oOoOO or Fever Ray, this group's spooky style makes them all that more lovable. Their first EP, "The Two Magics, Vol. 1," was just released this past April. Indulge, if you dare. https://hunterasahorse.bandcamp.com/

5. Windmills

Based out of San Francisco, Windmills consists mainly of singer/songwriter Wayne Mills, a man that has the ability to make music look as effortlessly beautiful as Elliott Smith, Bon Iver, and other soft-style musicians. His music will remind you of the beauty of simplicity. http://wemoveair.bandcamp.com/

6. Morly

Vocalist Katy Morley does music-lovers a huge favor with her culminating approach to the modern indie pop production. With a voice similar to Romy Madley Croft (The xx) and instrumental elements just as impressive, Morly is a strong addition to the industry. Check out her newest EP, "Something More Holy." https://morly.bandcamp.com/

7. HIGHS

HIGHS is an alternative-pop band from Toronto, ON, with an up-beat style resembling bands like Bad Suns and Foals. Their debut EP ("HIGHS") was released in 2014 and served to be a huge teaser for music-lovers everywhere, proving that they had the sound it took to make it. Just this past May, the band released their first full album, "Dazzle Camouflage," and it did not disappoint. http://www.highsmusic.com/

8. Gibberish

Gibberish is an incredible psych-pop band from Los Angeles, CA. Their first album, Winter Coat, was nothing short of amazing, and their new single "Rudedude" has a mind-easing sound so much like MGMT it's scary (good). With their multicolored music and endlessly addictive beats, this band will soon hold a special place in your heart. http://gibberishmusic.bandcamp.com/

9. Coastgaard

From Brooklyn, NY comes a band that will take you back to the 60's. With a style resembling the old sound of The Beach Boys and The Smiths, as well as more recent bands like Spoon and Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Coastgaard does the old and the new. You can find their newest album, "Devil on the Balcony," on iTunes or Spotify. https://coastgaard.bandcamp.com/

10. T-Rextasy

"Straight outta NYC" comes an iconic and unapologetic girls rock band that is doing more than just making music. With their fierce approach to a pop/punk style, T-Rextasy resembles the works of Ramones, Tilly and the Wall, and Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Their debut album "Jurassic Punk" was released just over a week ago and it is, simply put, badass. https://t-rextasy.bandcamp.com/

11. Reuben Hollebon

Last (but certainly not least) is British alternative musician Reuben Hollebon. His first single, "Faces," caught the attention of many soon after its release. His raspy and soothing voice, along with his unique instrumental style, compares him to the likes of Chet Faker and Vance Joy. Just this past month he released his debut album "Terminal Nostalgia,"
which is well worth a listen. http://www.reubenhollebon.com/