Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Hip-Hop/Review Mist2'9 - Keep it on Me
Mist2'9, hailing from Bakersfield, United States, is making waves in the music scene with their unique sound and fresh approach to hip-hop. Collaborating with key contributors Millz and B3, Mist2'9's music is a testament to the power of teamwork and creativity.
Rock/Review Siren Section - Glass Cannon
Siren Section, hailing from the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles, United States, is a duo that embodies a unique fusion of experimental, glitchy pop and post-punk influences. Comprising John on guitar and vocals and James on piano, synths, and effects, their musical journey began in high school and evolved into a collaborative effort to create a genre-defying sound they aptly coined "glitchgaze." With roots in punk, hardcore, and shoegaze music, Siren Section's music captures the essence of raw emotion and innovative sonic landscapes, making them a standout act in the industry.
Pop/Review Kelsie Kimberlin - Perfume
Kelsie Kimberlin is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter who has been involved with music her entire life, starting with children’s and church choirs and then recording her first song at age eight for Yoko Ono’s Peace Project, which won first prize and a $5000 award. She spent all of that money on music lessons and started recording her own music in the studio at age 12. Over the past several years, she has recorded more than 100 original songs.
Metal/Review The End Is Near - Executioner EP
The End Is Near, hailing from Orange County, CA, United States, showcases instrumental prowess by guitarist Tim Baker, poignant lyrics penned by lead singer Chris Hagen, and powerful drumming by Nick Rickenbach.
Hip-Hop/Review Trill Soulutionary - Stay Down
Trill Soulutionary walks with an air that most artists simply don’t have but is never flaunting it to the point of arrogance. His goal isn’t clout but rather to help others to see the freedom they have through the art he chooses to express himself.
Hip-Hop/Review 3W!LL - DREAM
3W!LL is an artist from Tottenham, North London; he blends raw emotion with high-energy production. His sound takes inspiration from the rave dance floor he is addicted to. With a background in dance, film, and performance, he’d like to say he brings a cinematic energy to every track, aiming to create immersive soundscapes that hit deeper than just the beat.
Rock/Review Elliot Minor - How Does It Feel
Elliot Minor is an English rock band formed in York in the mid-2000s. Known for blending orchestral elements with alternative rock and pop-punk, the band gained popularity with their debut single, Parallel Worlds, which led to the success of their chart-topping self-titled debut album in 2008. Their follow-up album, Solaris (2009), showcased a darker, more mature sound but retained their signature classical-rock fusion.
Electronic/Review Nathan Lowary - ANYTHING
Nathan Lowary - ANYTHING
Electronic/Review BigDenBoo - The Journey
BigDenBoo - The Journey
Review Tomorrow's Dream
Music Review by Sarah Herrera - bass/vocals for The Tommy Lasorda Experience, bass/vocals for Pancreatic Cancer, solo artist.
Hip-Hop/Review Grim Logick - Vital (The Wheel)
Grim Logick is a Louisiana-based hip-hop artist and rapper who is best known for his originality and authenticity when it comes to telling his story through his music. He does his best not to soak up any particular influences from other artists to maintain that originality, but he favors the diverse styles and relatable content of numerous artists such as Doobie, Joyner Lucas, Polo G, Lil Baby, Yatta Bandz, Moneybagg Yo, Kevin Gates, J. Cole, 3Breezy, and many others.
Electronic/Review Twice Dark - Telekinetic
In the neo-gothic realms of Bloomington, Indiana, Josh Kreuzman birthed the spectral music project Twice Dark in 2020. Inspired by the melancholic grandeur of decaying industrial spaces, Twice Dark weaves together goth, industrial, EBM, italodisco, deathrock, coldwave, and darkwave, capturing a haunting elegance reminiscent of a forgotten era.
Rock/Review Erapwmdx - The Algorythm
Erapwmdx is an alternative music recording artist from Colorado. Working with new multi-platinum producers behind Jimmy Eat World, Plain White T’s, the Unlikely Candidates, and Neon Trees, Erapwmdx has been writing and playing his music in between is time skiing fresh powder at 12,000 in Colorado.
Rock/Review Kids in Decay - Dark Tetrad
Emerging from the shadows of groove metal grit and progressive soundscapes, Kids in Decay forge a unique identity in progressive rock-metal, blending melancholic beauty with poised aggression. Their music embodies a delicate balance—cinematic and haunting, yet explosive and unpredictable.
R&B/Review KARMA - Anthem
KB, Keymah Renee, & Miesha MonRoe, friends hailing from Memphis, TN, drawn together by their aligned values and true musical passion that has withstood the test of time and space, are international recording artists performing as a group named KARMA. They don't associate with a particular genre but instead tap into any and all music styles, choosing to express their feelings and thoughts onstage like it's their personal playground.
Folk/Review Josh Jensen - This Is Where We Landed
Josh Jensen grew up in eastern Washington, raised on the likes of Grand Ole Opry greats Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and Charley Pride. Soon enough he and his cousins were performing for the family, which led naturally enough into forming bands of his own. A trip to the iconic Seattle studio The Dutchman to track a pop-punk record for his band Popular by Association with producer Gary Mula (Damien Jurado) in 2000 marked his first step into the world of professional recording.
Pop/Review Hellena - LOUIS VUITTON
Independent singer, songwriter, and music producer Hellena was born in the shadow of the home of the gods, Olympus in Greece. Inspired by her frequent encounters with the Gods, she marries mythical with known worlds and blends dreamy and dark elements in her music, which features raw, existential lyrics and rich, dynamic vocals. She has performed at notable venues such as The Troubadour and has charted in the top 20 of MTV Unsigned.
Electronic/Review Plu2 - Stuck In My Head
Plu2 is a 17-year-old singer-songwriter and EDM artist from Sweden, making waves in the music scene with a unique blend of heartfelt lyrics and electrifying beats. Combining a passion for storytelling with modern production, Plu2 crafts music that resonates with listeners, seamlessly blending pop melodies with electronic elements. Currently studying music production at Rytmus High School in Gothenburg, Plu2 is dedicated to honing their craft, experimenting with new sounds, and pushing creative boundaries.
Hip-Hop/Review Christopher Rodriguez - Millenia
Christopher Rodriguez, hailing from Pueblo, United States, is a talented artist who seamlessly blends poetry into soulful songs. As a devoted husband and father of five, his music is a heartfelt reflection of his life experiences. With a deep-rooted passion for sharing his narratives through music, Christopher is set to captivate audiences worldwide with his authentic and introspective approach to songwriting.
Country/Review Nick Cain - Out of the Blue
At 39 years old, Nick Cain's life took an unplanned but welcome detour that changed everything he knew about passion and determination. It began at the Gorge in Eastern Washington, at a country music fest - Watershed - that strummed the strings of his heart just as much as those of the guitar he would pick up following the event in 2019. With no musical background to speak of, Nick dove headfirst into the melodies and rhythms of country music, dedicating every possible moment to self-taught sessions that echoed through the basement of his home.