DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Pop/Review M & J - NOT A LOVE SONG
M & J is an alt pop duo from Bondi, Australia. Their music is often about the natural landscape flora and fauna in Australia and about the best parts of life. Their songs are heavily lyrically focused, and each is usually a personal tale about life experiences we hope others can relate to. M & J also take all of their own pictures for their cover art, which is usually of the natural bush landscape contrasted with the beautiful oceans in Australia.
Folk/Review Mary Tuttle - God in the Wild
Mary Tuttle - God in the Wild
Country/Review Reagan Hudson - When Your Husband Gets Out of Jail
Reagan Hudson is a singer-songwriter from Vale, NC, United States, who possesses a rare talent for transforming everyday observations into compelling country narratives. As both the songwriter and performing artist on this project, Hudson demonstrates a keen eye for the quirky, authentic stories that make country music so relatable. His creative process reflects a genuine connection to the genre's storytelling tradition, finding inspiration in unexpected places and crafting songs that resonate with real-life experiences.
Folk/Review Karen Salicath Jamali - Om Mare Shangri-la
Karen Salicath Jamali has been a multi-award-winning composer, pianist, guitarist, songwriter, and producer since 2015 and a professional American artist, painter, sculptor, and photographer for the last 30 years. Born in Denmark and living and working in NYC & Orlando, voting member of The Recording Academy/Grammy.
Rock/Review TrixxStarr - Enough
TrixxStarr is four brothers, Dusty, Heli, C.C., and Darc, who exist in their own dimension somewhere between the past and the future. Inspired by '60s pop, post-punk, new wave, indie rock, psychedelia, and shoegaze, the project blends fuzzy guitars, lush synths, atmospheric production, and undeniable groove, never forgetting that memorable melodies remain the Starr of every song. You never quite know what you're going to get from TrixxStarr's genre-bending sound, and that's part of the adventure.
Rock/Review The Mess:Age - LIGHT OF BLUE "sugar ocean girl"
The Mess:Age, a dynamic music group hailing from London, England, is led by the charismatic vocalist Glen Brandon "Ziggy," who also founded the band. Accompanying Ziggy are the talented Paul Gold on bass (known for his work with X Two Tribes) and Jaime Page on guitar (recognized for his contributions to Trilogy and Dark Universe). Their fusion of rock influences creates a distinctive sound that captivates audiences worldwide.
Rock/Review Saline Grace - Weeping Wounds
Established in 2005 by Ricardo Hoffmann and Ines Hoffmann, the Berlin-based band Saline Grace is known for their ability to create pictorial synaesthesias. On the one hand they raise nightly panoramas from imaginatively enraptured road movies or evoke wild and near-natural sceneries of wide forests and barren wastelands as well as fathomless oceans, but on the other hand there is Ricardo Hoffmann’s outstanding lyricism—unique, philosophical poetry and uncomfortable social criticism.
Folk/Review Rusty Shackle - Mayfield
Rusty Shackle are a hard-gigging folk-rock band from South Wales, known for their infectious energy, anthemic songs, and genre-blurring sound drawn from folk, rock, and indie roots. Since forming in 2010, they’ve built a loyal following through relentless touring and a reputation for exhilarating live shows that get crowds on their feet.
Electronic/Review Brannen - Tulips
Brannen is a Scottish producer, musician, and drummer creating melodic, organic, and emotive electronic music. His musical journey began in 2012 with Another Blurry Photo, followed by Thirty Three Connection in 2014. He performed with both bands until 2019, taking on roles as drummer and lead vocalist. From 2019 until May 2025, he continued his musical journey under the alias zildjianpinky, exploring electronic production and developing the sound that would eventually become Brannen.
Country/Review LaCosta Tucker - It Matters to Me
LaCosta Tucker rose to fame in the seventies, scoring fourteen chart hits, touring with country music’s biggest names, and appearing on beloved TV shows like Dolly, Nashville Now, The Jim Nabors Show, Pop Goes the Country, The Alan Hamel Show, The Dinah Shore Show, and Hee Haw. Early in her career, LaCosta met legendary publisher Al Galico and signed with Capitol Records, where she was teamed with producer Norro Wilson for five albums.
Rock/Review The Ruffles - Baby Blue Bronco
The Ruffles are three teenage sisters from Delray Beach, Florida, who are transforming a lifelong passion for music into a genuine career. Kenzington, Charlotte, and Paris didn't simply decide to form a band—they grew up immersed in music through their family's deep connections to the industry, with their father working alongside legendary artists including Led Zeppelin, their aunt serving as Billy Joel's assistant, and their uncle performing as a jazz musician.
Pop/Review Crosby Cash - West Palm Beach
Emerging from Huntsville, AL, Crosby Cash is carving out a distinctive niche in the pop landscape with her cinematic approach to songwriting and performance. As an independent artist, Cash draws inspiration from an eclectic mix of influences, including Michael Bublé, Adele, classic James Bond film scores, and the rhythmic sophistication of Bossa Nova music.
R&B/Review Keesha Blair - The Inheritance
Keesha Blair is a songwriter, music creator, and custom music director whose work centers healing, empowerment, boundaries, truth, and emotional restoration. Through Divine Purpose Music, she creates message-led songs and music experiences for listeners moving through deep inner work and returning to their own voice, clarity, and peace. Her role centers on songwriting, concept, message, and creative direction. She uses AI to assist with music production and vocal generation to bring each release to life.
Rock/Review One Empty Toybox - Cyberstalking
The two primary contributors for One Empty Toybox are Rob Dreyer and Nicholas (Nick) Viltrakis.
Rock/Review Beyond Disdain - Till Death Parts Us
Beyond Disdain is a passion project born from a group of friends who grew up in the golden era of nu metal and hard rock.
World/Review Inner Splendor Meditation Music, Vidura Barrios - Chant!
Vidura Barrios is a composer, recording artist, and the founder of Inner Splendor Media, an independent music company established in 2006 and specializing in meditation, spiritual, and contemplative music. His work draws upon decades of personal meditation practice and an enduring interest in the sacred music and contemplative traditions of India. Through numerous recordings released over nearly two decades, Barrios has developed an international audience for music created for meditation, relaxation, and spiritual practice.
Pop/Review Grey & Purple Songbook - This is My Crescendo
Grey & Purple Songbook, hailing from Oslo, Norway, is a musical project under the label Grey & Purple Inc., known for producing harmonious and thought-provoking text-based music stories across various genres. With a blend of captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Grey & Purple Songbook's music resonates with both the mind and the heart, promising a soulful experience that transcends boundaries.
Country/Review Rebekah Snyder - Someday Lullaby
Born and raised in rural Pennsylvania, Rebekah Snyder is an alt-country singer-songwriter and certified flight instructor whose music is grounded in truth, tradition, and personal resilience. A single mom of three and domestic violence survivor, Snyder writes songs that speak for the overlooked and underestimated. Her stripped-down style reflects her Appalachian roots and honors the voices of her ancestors—especially the veterans and strong women in her family.
Pop/Review Ersin Secrin - Replay
Ersin Secrin - Replay
Rock/Review Savannah Lightning - Fadin Spark
Michael Bozzo and Michael Kurtin are Savannah Lightning. Born and raised in Queens, NY, the cousins turned years of casual collaboration into a serious musical partnership, blending folk and country roots with strong indie, rock, and alternative influences. Inspired by artists like Radiohead, My Morning Jacket, and The War on Drugs, they craft atmospheric, introspective songs with dynamic instrumentation.
