DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Rock/Review appetiteapple - Gratitudes
appetiteapple is a fiercely independent solo artist from Seoul, South Korea, who embodies the true spirit of DIY musicianship. Taking complete creative control of their craft, appetiteapple handles every aspect of production—from songwriting and arrangement in Logic Pro to mixing, mastering, and even album artwork design. This uncompromising approach to artistic authenticity means appetiteapple retains 100% creative ownership and royalty rights, a rare achievement in today's collaborative music landscape.
Folk/Review Michael Waters - We're Much Better People Now
Michael Waters is a UK-based songwriter and composer creating high-quality pop, soft rock, and indie ballads defined by emotional depth and unforgettable melodies. Writing both music and lyrics, his songs blend meaningful storytelling with instantly memorable hooks—ranging from deeply reflective moments to uplifting, feel-good tracks.
R&B/Review Jaz Vernon - Pink Suede
Hailing from the vibrant neighborhood of Far Rockaway, Queens, Jaz Vernon’s R&B compositions offer a free-flowing and mesmerizing experience. His musical journey began at an early age, honing his skills as a pianist and later exploring the trumpet and drums. Now, Jaz seamlessly blends the soulful essence of 90’s R&B with contemporary elements, driven by an authentic desire to make his mark among the industry greats.
Jazz/Review Ray's Music Exchange - A Live Family Rayunion 2025
For thirty years, Ray’s Music Exchange has stood as a definitive pillar of the Cincinnati, Ohio, improvisational music scene. Born in 1996 out of the fertile creative ground surrounding the University of Cincinnati—and drawing early personnel from the prestigious UC College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)—the collective quickly established a legendary regional reputation for high-energy live chemistry, sophisticated musicianship, and an adventurous sonic ethos.
Electronic/Review Innocent Darkness - VOIDWALKER
Hailing from Ekeren, Belgium, Innocent Darkness represents a bold new voice in the underground electronic music scene, crafting visceral soundscapes that blur the boundaries between hardware experimentation and sonic storytelling. Transitioning from DJ to music maker, this artist has channeled their passion into a pure hardware-driven approach, utilizing the Yamaha Seqtrak, Novation Circuit Tracks, and Roland MC-707, alongside Bitwig Studio and Vital VST, to forge something genuinely raw and uncompromising.
Electronic/Review GlowDriver - Tell Me
A figure made of light, emotion, and motion, GlowDriver lives somewhere between human feeling and the dance floor, in the invisible energy people create between each other. Attraction. Tension. Desire. Heartbreak. Hope. The need to be seen and the need to hear what matters, said out loud. When the lights go down, GlowDriver comes alive. Emotion becomes electricity. The light between people becomes visible.
Pop/Review The Graceland Conspiracy - We Are Chaos
The Graceland Conspiracy is the new dream-pop project created by Colin Crooks, previously a member of PBR Streetgang, who released several singles through the legendary Northern Irish label Good Vibrations and is currently part of Bad Noise Monster. Crooks plays piano and bass, while McMahon provides the vocals. They are joined by Paul Wilkinson on guitar, Gary Taylor on drums and Jon McKinley on brass, creating a group whose members have crossed paths repeatedly through Northern Ireland's music scene.
Electronic/Review James Tabbi - Slow Slow Slow
James Tabbi - Slow Slow Slow
Metal/Review We Are To Blame - Omega Origin
We Are To Blame is a Swedish alternative melodic metal band from Gällivare, blending heavy riffs, atmospheric production, and emotionally driven pop-influenced vocals. Formed in 2020 by vocalist Alice Hartvig and guitarist/vocalist Johan Karlsson, the band’s sound is built on contrast—melding metal intensity with melodic accessibility. Now a full band featuring Sebastian “Seppo” Lindgren, Oliver Älmeros, and Marcus Lillsebbas.
Rock/Review Massimo Donelli-Paolo Rossi - Adorati Spiriti
Massimo Donelli and Paolo Rossi, both Italians, played together, especially as young men, in bands. After several years of professional involvement in journalism and politics, they reunited to share their old passion. Massimo composes the music, which is then reworked using artificial intelligence, while Paolo—who has published poetry books over the years—writes the lyrics and co-produces the music, which draws inspiration from various genres, especially prog, jazz fusion, and world music.
Electronic/Review Innocent Darkness - The Dark Fungus (Witch House)
Hailing from Ekeren, Belgium, Innocent Darkness represents a bold new voice in the underground electronic music scene, crafting visceral soundscapes that blur the boundaries between hardware experimentation and sonic storytelling. Transitioning from DJ to music maker, this artist has channeled their passion into a pure hardware-driven approach, utilizing the Yamaha Seqtrak, Novation Circuit Tracks, and Roland MC-707, alongside Bitwig Studio and Vital VST, to forge something genuinely raw and uncompromising.
Classical/Review Hannah Roberts - Celtic Legends: The Piano Music of Helen Hopekirk
Known for her work championing female voices in the keyboard repertoire, American pianist Hannah Roberts has performed throughout the United States and abroad in Austria, the United Kingdom, and Serbia. Her scholarship focuses on reviving the works of overlooked female composers, with a special emphasis on Scottish-American pianist Helen Hopekirk.
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Hip-Hop/Review Splitzide - 2 Sides Of The Story (20th Year Anniversary Edition) [SLOWED+REVERB]
Minneapolis-based artist Splitzide embodies the multi-dimensional creative spirit of Ye, seamlessly blending roles as singer, rapper, producer, poet, and songwriter. Drawing inspiration from Tupac's relentless work ethic—having locked himself in the studio to create up to 40 songs in a day—and Master P's business acumen, Splitzide has refused to let industry labels box in his artistic vision.
Folk/Review Lynne Gong - Sunny Day (feat. Magic Fan)
Lynne Gong is a composer, guitarist, and producer creating music that blends cinematic composition with rock, metal, electronic, indie rock, and pop influences. Her work combines atmospheric sound design, heavy guitar-driven arrangements, and emotionally immersive storytelling.
Rock/Review For You Brother - Waiting On The Train
For You Brother is a powerful musical partnership between two accomplished artists whose combined experience spans continents and decades. John Davis, a Berklee-trained musician, songwriter, producer, and Recording Academy member, has crafted hundreds of songs across rock, Christian rock, modern country, and Top 40 genres, with his work featured internationally in television, film, and commercials. Joining him is Jean Carllos, the renowned keyboardist, composer, vocalist, and producer best known for his decades-long tenure with Brazil's internationally recognized Christian rock band Oficina G3, where his progressive rock sensibilities and powerful keyboard work have defined their signature sound.
Rock/Review John Michael Hersey - Quixote
John Michael Hersey - Quixote
Pop/Review Teanko - Can you recognize me
Teanko is the music project of Dutch singer-songwriter and producer Theo Konst, who lives in Portugal. Theo has been making music for more than five decades. He formed his first band while still at primary school and made his first professional studio recording at the age of 18. Songwriting, recording and music technology have remained part of his life ever since. Over those decades, Theo experienced the evolution of music production first-hand — from analogue tape, synthesisers and samplers to digital recording, Melodyne and, today, artificial intelligence.
Electronic/Review Innocent Darkness - Dominion Of The Stars
Hailing from Ekeren, Belgium, Innocent Darkness represents a bold new voice in the underground electronic music scene, crafting visceral soundscapes that blur the boundaries between hardware experimentation and sonic storytelling. Transitioning from DJ to music maker, this artist has channeled their passion into a pure hardware-driven approach, utilizing the Yamaha Seqtrak, Novation Circuit Tracks, and Roland MC-707, alongside Bitwig Studio and Vital VST, to forge something genuinely raw and uncompromising.
Rock/Review Translucent Veil - The Veil
Translucent Veil is committed to the sound and vibe of late 60s and early 70s psychedelic rock and hard rock. The lyrical themes range from deeply introspective to whimsical and socially conscious. Translucent Veil is a North Carolina-based rock band made up of veterans of other regional bands.
Cinematic/Review Johanna Telander - Tales of Les Dames Blanches
Johanna Telander is a Finnish-American composer, writer, performer, published poet and Recording Academy voting member since 2024. Likely best known as the creator of “Kalevala: The Musical”, whose concept album has earned international acclaim and a devoted global following in over 80 countries, Johanna just released her highly anticipated newest musical theatre work, “Tales of Les Dames Blanches”.
