DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Pop/Review Andyvince - WE MUST LEARN TO FORGIVE
Andyvince is an independent synth-pop and electronic pop artist from Sweden, creating music that blends cinematic soundscapes, emotional storytelling, and modern dance-pop energy. His songs explore themes of hope, resilience, relationships, personal growth, and the moments that shape who we become. Inspired by artists such as The Midnight, M83, Pet Shop Boys, Hurts, and modern electronic pop, Andyvince combines atmospheric synthesizers, uplifting melodies, and heartfelt lyrics with a contemporary production style.
Rock/Review Dr. M. - Follow Me
Dr. M. - Follow Me
Rock/Review Cruel Ploy - Fear
Cruel Ploy is an independent alternative rock band blending modern alternative, indie rock, and emo into emotionally charged songs that explore the complexities of being human. Formed near Cincinnati, Ohio, the five-piece has built its identity around honest storytelling, memorable melodies, and guitar-driven soundscapes that balance vulnerability with intensity.
Rock/Review Richard Green - Holey Shoes
Richard Green is an Italian musician/guitarist/composer based in Milan. His musical growth was influenced by his 11 years he spent in London, where he obtained his degree in music. Right from his very first track released, Dark Horses (2020), Richard demonstrates a certain versatility across music styles.
Rock/Review New Sunday - The Empty Street
New Sunday - The Empty Street
Pop/Review Brandon Watson - Watch Me Work
Brandon Watson is a pop/rock artist and songwriter known for his debut single “Moment” and award-winning short film. His project “House of Mirrors” explores mental health with powerful lyrics. Texas-born and based in Franklin, TN, he writes, sings, and produces his music.
Metal/Review Watch Me Die Inside - Boring
Watch Me Die Inside is the work of Aleph, an artistic universe that documents the modern human in a state of internal collapse. Through Fragments, the project exposes states suspended between function, identity loss, emptiness, and resistance. Multiple Fragments form an Autopsy: not merely a collection of songs, but the dissection of a psychological wound. The audience is not treated as passive listeners but as witnesses—observers of a condition that is not softened, only made visible.
Folk/Review Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends - John in Roses' Deep (Version One)
Emerging from Swedish band Redmoon, the solo project of Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends launched in the summer of 2020 (with the disco pastiche Suck). Three more singles followed in 2021, culminating with the release of the double album "17 Birds at the Summer's Gate."
Country/Review Torfevas - Last rodeo
Torfevas - Last rodeo
Country/Review Troy Landon - Climb That Mountain
Troy Landon is a virtual country artist created and developed by songwriter and producer David Rader through Las Vegas-based Thunderstrike Records. Built from Rader’s longtime passion for songwriting, the project combines the storytelling traditions of classic and ’90s country with a modern, AI-assisted approach to independent music production.
Jazz/Review DONELLI A.I. ENSEMBLE - Previsioni del tempo incerto
Massimo Donelli, an Italian musician by passion, after a life dedicated to journalism, now devotes himself full-time to music. Over the years, he has created jazz fusion, world, and progressive rock songs with other musicians or alone, using keyboards, samplers, and DAW software. These tracks, along with new compositions, are now reworked and arranged using artificial intelligence.
R&B/Review Knightheart - Back n Forth
Knightheart, the rising R&B artist from Toledo, Ohio, has been making waves in the Midwest music scene with his distinctive take on modern soul.
Pop/Review MrGeorge - Wake Up
MrGeorge is more than just a stage name—he is a musical alter ego born out of decades of passion, technical curiosity, and emotional depth. His voice tells stories; his productions are soundscapes that combine the spirit of the 80s with the longing of today.
Rock/Review Parked Outside - Sex Cliche'
Parked Outside, hailing from Los Angeles and Houston, United States, is a dynamic musical collective led by Chris Kinkade on vocals and Slayden Clarkson on guitar and bass. Originally coming together in Houston as part of the band "Six Days Off," their shared passion for music led them to form Parked Outside, a project that allows them to fully realize their vision and influences. With the addition of Mike Brown on drums and Brett Busch on lead guitar, Parked Outside brings a unique blend of creativity and talent to the music scene, captivating audiences with their eclectic sound.
Rock/Review Rob Fletcher - Hells Gate
Hailing from Wonthaggi, Australia, Rob Fletcher is a fiercely independent artist whose prolific output speaks to an unwavering dedication to his craft. With over 450 original tracks available on his SoundCloud account, Fletcher represents the purest form of DIY musicianship, writing, recording, and producing entirely on his own terms. His sound draws from the emotional depths of Jeff Buckley and the distinctive Australian alternative rock aesthetic of Icehouse, creating what he describes as "Australiana alt rock."
Country/Review The Cockney Cowboy - Waterloo Road
Originating from Romford, England, The Cockney Cowboy is a rising star in the country music scene. Born in Walthamstow in London’s East End, Justin, also known as The Cockney Cowboy, discovered his passion for music at a young age. Influenced by legendary artist Garth Brooks, Justin's journey led him to crafting his own unique sound. which showcases his love for country music and his captivating vocals.
Jazz/Review Beat the Drum - Try a little bit harder
From experimental electronica to nu jazz-tinged trip hop, London duo Beat the Drum evoke an attractively strange magic that is all their own. Their experience as independent makers of beautiful, evocative soundscapes continues to evolve with each new release.
Hip-Hop/Review SoReal - Chemical Solutions (Act III)
SoReal is a cinematic hip-hop artist creating a narrative-driven series titled Through My Eyes, where each release represents a chapter in a larger story. Blending introspective lyricism with atmospheric production, his music explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and internal conflict. Focused on storytelling and visual presentation, SoReal aims to create an immersive experience where music and narrative intersect, building a cohesive artistic universe rather than standalone releases.
Jazz/Review Jiawei Shen - Palace Pixels
Jiawei Shen is a Los Angeles-based film/TV composer, music producer, and active jazz saxophonist. A recipient of the prestigious BMI/Jerry Goldsmith Film Scoring Scholarship, his cinematic hybrid style blends unconventional acoustic writing with avant-garde electronic sound design.
Pop/Review Cognitive Constellation Corps - Thank You For Your Feedback (i)
Cognitive Constellation Corps is the creative vision of Belfast-based artist Brooke Tamsin Clevenger, who serves as the project's principal composer, lyricist, producer, and conceptual director. With an electronic music practice rooted in synthesised and computer-based systems since the mid-1990s, Brooke has cultivated a distinctive artistic language that positions technology as a responsive creative instrument rather than a mere production tool.