DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Rock/Review Frederick James - Let Me Give You A Good Day
Frederick James is an English songwriter based in Perth, Western Australia, writing raw, emotionally honest songs shaped by ordinary life, difficult years, and the search for something hopeful within them. Influenced by the melodic songwriting of Noel Gallagher and the emotional directness of Noah Kahan and Zach Bryan, his music combines anthemic choruses with reflective, story-driven songwriting. After moving to Australia in 2010, Frederick spent years writing quietly before a life-changing period in 2024 transformed both his life and his relationship with songwriting.
Metal/Review Surgent - Ruthless Logics
Surgent is a progressive death metal band born from the depths of Estonia’s underground scene, blending the brutality of death metal with groove, progressive elements, and genre-defying experimentation. Musically, Surgent draws from a wide range of influences—both expected and unconventional. Core inspiration comes from metal giants like Pantera, Death, Opeth, Strapping Young Lad, Gojira, Meshuggah, Scarve, and Extol.
Electronic/Review P00TA5H - ELECTROPHOBIA
Emerging from the coastal town of Gravesend, England, P00TA5H is the solo electronic project of producer and composer Stuart South, a Kent-based sound architect who has spent years honing his craft in the digital realm. Drawing deep inspiration from the pioneering electronic sounds of Kraftwerk, the experimental artistry of Talk Talk, and the synth-driven landscapes of Heaven 17, P00TA5H channels the spirit of 80s electronic music through a distinctly contemporary lens.
Classical/Review Magdi Aboul-Kheir - One Last Dance
Germany-based composer Magdi Aboul-Kheir is a classically trained pianist who writes guided as much by emotion as by craft. Deeply committed to melody, his music is expressive and accessible, whether written for full orchestra or retro synthesizers. His work spans minimal music, chamber and orchestral pieces, pop- and jazz-inflected instrumentals, ambient soundscapes, and retro-electronic tracks.
Jazz/Review Andrei British - Alien Jazz Girl
Andrei British - Alien Jazz Girl
R&B/Review Keesha Blair - Access Declined
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.
Rock/Review Mick J. Clark - Anuther Sunny Hulliday
Mick J. Clark is a singer/songwriter on the Sonorus Record Label with over 1,000,000 Spotify streams on his songs; he reached No. 3 in the UK and No. 2 in the USA iTunes Top 100 Rock Songs in June 2020 with: We Know It's True. He has written over 60 songs, of which 54 are being played by Emerge Music in shops, and with two songs on the ‘Goa Chillout Zone Vol. 9’ album, which reached No. 1 in the iTunes Electronic Chart.
Electronic/Review Greg Germain - Rock With Me
Greg Germain is a Surinamese-Dutch artist blending dreamy electronic pop, synthwave, indie rock, funk, groove and city-pop influences. After stepping away from music for three years following the loss of a close friend, he returned with a cinematic and emotional sound shaped by late‑night drives, neon atmospheres and nostalgic memories. His music combines warm synths, atmospheric textures and intimate storytelling.
Hip-Hop/Review Unexpectid - They Might
Unexpectid is an independent artist who makes music for people who pay attention to lyrics before trends in music. Blending sharp lyricism with sometimes unconventional beats, Unexpectid’s work lives in the space between control and collapse—where panic and struggle fight for the same breath. His sound draws on hip-hop’s confessional edge and the boldness to say what needs to be said, not what wants to be heard, prioritizing honesty over polish and intent over trends.
Electronic/Review TomSki-Tomasz Stefanski - Light in the fog
Tomski-Tomasz Stefanski is an independent composer, producer, and electronic music artist creating atmospheric instrumental music that blends cinematic soundscapes, electronic textures, and experimental elements. Working entirely independently, he handles every stage of the creative process, from composition and arrangement to production and release. His music focuses on storytelling through sound, combining deep emotion, immersive synth layers, and memorable melodies. His tracks have been featured on Radio Equinoxe alongside works by influential electronic music pioneers such as Jean-Michel Jarre, Vangelis, and Kraftwerk.
Folk/Review Nancy Carey Johnson - Shine Your Light
Nancy Carey Johnson is a singer and songwriter whose work reflects a rare balance of emotional honesty, melodic craftsmanship, and timeless musical sensibility. Rooted in the traditions of Americana, folk, and classic singer-songwriter storytelling, her music carries a warmth and authenticity that feels both deeply personal and broadly relatable.
Country/Review The Breakman Holiday Singers - Boom Boom
Terry Breakman is a Connecticut-based country-rock songwriter and producer who infuses a life of varied adventure and experience into commercial, enjoyable songs that connect with an audience diverse in age, background, and musical taste.
Rock/Review Neil Valmonte - Down on the River
Neil Valmonte is a solo producer, songwriter, and musician from Westport, CT, United States, who pushes creative boundaries by exploring the fascinating intersection between human-written lyrics and AI-assisted production. Working independently from his basement studio, Valmonte crafts anthemic soundscapes that echo the stadium-filling energy of legendary arena rock performances from the 1980s and 90s.
R&B/Review Keesha Blair - Truth Always Shows Its Face
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.
Pop/Review Moon and Aries - High Noon
Moon and Aries is a transatlantic duo (Canada/Germany) creating Electronic Cinematic Soul—a distinctive blend of atmospheric electronic production, soulful vocals, cinematic storytelling, and emotionally immersive soundscapes. Formed by vocalist and songwriter Jordana Moon and composer-producer Tom Aries, the duo creates music that moves between trip-hop influences, electronic soul, cinematic pop, lounge-inspired atmospheres, and organic textures.
Pop/Review C'batch - Next Time (I Won’t Be Falling)
Stephen H. Cumberbatch, a/k/a C'batch, is a composer, author, producer, and musician (guitarist) from White Plains, New York, United States. He is also a keyboard, synthesizer, and sampler programmer who has worked in association with many music professionals. Stephen proudly stands as a distinguished member of ASCAP.
Folk/Review Reece Sullivan - To Tir Na Nog
Reece Sullivan - To Tir Na Nog
Rock/Review Kings County - What Now
Originally from Long Island, NY, Orlando, FL-based Kings County creates hard-hitting rock with infectious hooks. Inspired by an eclectic combination of old and new artists, their songs blend edgy hard rock with strong melodies. The band’s music is somewhat reminiscent of 90s hard rock artists (Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, and Korn) but with a decidedly modern twist.
Country/Review Cody Jack - Nothing Left to Hide
Cody Jack is a Pacific Northwest country musician bringing a rugged blend of honky-tonk grit, heartfelt storytelling, and small-town soul to every stage he steps on. Influenced by artists like Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson, Bob Seger, and The Eagles, Cody’s sound is built on honest lyrics, strong melodies, and the kind of songs that feel lived-in. Whether he’s playing a brewery, barroom, wedding, or hometown stage, Cody Jack delivers country music with heart, edge, and authenticity.
R&B/Review Deportee - 2 Pretty
Deportee is a reggae/dancehall fusion artist based out of Detroit, Michigan, and St. Mary, Jamaica. A true world citizen, Deportee grew up in 8 different countries with his mother, Sylvia Curran, who was a high-ranking United States diplomat. His controversial name comes from the fact that he and his mother were expelled from Uzbekistan in 2006 for his mother's political activism in the country.