Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Folk/Review Eli Taylor - Overthinker
Singer-songwriter Eli Taylor, from Englewood, FL., has been playing guitar since he was fourteen years old. It was during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world was shutting down, that Eli had the opportunity to become completely absorbed by the guitar and eventually write his own music. During high school, Eli played guitar in the jazz band for 3 years, where he was able to start an indie-rock band with friends from the band in his junior year.
Reggae/Review Groove Incorporated - Aotearoa Reggae
Groove Incorporated is spearheaded by ex-Auckland club DJ-turned-producer Michael Fredrickson. The work draws on a range of influences but is geared towards reggae/R&B/hip-hop and electronica. MF performs drumming duties in addition to executive production, arrangement, and mixing. Session musicians are recruited depending on the unique requirements of each project.
Pop/Review The New Citizen Kane - Could Have Been
The New Citizen Kane, stage name of singer, songwriter, and producer Kane Luke, emerged from London in 2010 after his departure from Milan's Fuorifase Records in 2008, having previously worked under his real name and the Discokane monicker. Also, with a vision to merge music, fashion, pop culture, and visual arts, Kane's debut album in 2014 drew visual inspiration from the classic film "Citizen Kane" while sonically blending 80s and 90s house, dance, and synth pop sounds.
Pop/Review Mr. Coole - Trop Désolé
Every piece of work by Mr. Coole is inspired by real people, which is why there is no specific target audience. Mr. Coole creates music in its purest, universal language, written in musical notes and sound. Above all, Mr. Coole loves his audience unconditionally, with a deep and unwavering devotion.
R&B/Review SimplyRich - falling again
The singing, rapping, and producing Georgia native moved to Los Angeles for a software engineering opportunity but is now immersing himself in the city's vibrant and diverse music scene, full of talent and potential. In what he has dubbed "The King Era," SimplyRich is excited to share music from his upcoming projects, venting again, thirsting again, and falling again, along with a series of singles, duples, features, and collaborations.
Electronic/Review Alex Starling - Maybe We Lost It
London-based singer-songwriter Alex Starling was integral to the early successes of Ou Est Le Swimming Pool, before the untimely death of their lead singer, Charlie Haddon, in 2010. Then, with his course altered immeasurably, he undertook solo shows in Germany and the U.S. before forming The Ghosts, spectre of ethereal synth-pop.
Rock/Review The Sea At Midnight - Wait For Rain
The Sea At Midnight, hailing from Los Angeles, is the musical project of singer/songwriter Vince Grant, with production by Chris King of Cold Showers and Kai Tak. This dynamic duo has crafted a unique sound that blends elements of post-punk, new wave, and synth-pop, creating a mesmerizing sonic experience that captivates audiences worldwide.
Rock/Review LIGHTNING GUSTO - Good Citizen
LIGHTNING GUSTO is a "One Man Rock & Roll Band" from northern Norway, inspired by the likes of The Who, Led Zeppelin, Blue Oyster Cult, Bob Mould, Against Me!, Manic Street Preachers, Foo Fighters, and many, many more. Power pop, alternative, classic, and modern rock merged into one energetic, melodic, and exciting package.
Rock/Review Cargocastle - Truth and Reconciliation
Cargocastle explores the human experience through energetic soundscapes. With influences ranging from thrash metal to electronic and everything in between, with an affinity for ambience for good measure, the one-man music project spearheaded by Cory Wayne Dell is a vessel for authentic expression.
Rock/Review Charlie Freeman - Watchtower
Charlie Freeman is a singer-songwriter based in Portobello, London. He performs live with a full band and writes heartfelt, catchy, melodic tunes about truth, love, freedom, and connection. One part 70’s rock n roll, one part Britpop with a generous serving of Americana, Charlie is deeply passionate about music and its ability to bring people together—‘Life is Music, Music is life.’
Worldwide/Review Marvash, Siavash Kamkar, DrummerMartijn - Az Zagros Ta Zuiderzee
Marvash is an international world/jazz fusion group, led by santur player Siavash Kamkar (Teheran, IR) & drummer Martijn Soeterbroek/DrummerMartijn (Utrecht, NL).
R&B/Review Gianfranco GFN - Me After You
Gianfranco GFN was born on October 8, 1966, in Biel, Switzerland. He started playing guitar at the age of 7, took some lessons during his adolescence, and then continued as a self-taught musician. He is notably influenced by jazz, blues, bossa nova, and funk, while not denying his Mediterranean roots, which are reflected in his warm and groovy compositions.
Rock/Review Gila Teen - SoftWareWolf
Gila Teen is college rock for college dropouts, blending elements of post-punk, folk, new wave, and indie-sleaze. The genre-bending, eccentric songs nevertheless always seem to be a direct line into the anxieties and affections coursing through the cosmos at the given moment of listening, making them a perfect sonic prescription for heartache and longing.
Trance/Review Nexxus 604 - Awakening
Nexxus 604 is a DJ, producer, digital creator, and event maker.
Rock/Review Mike Stewart Theory - Jet Set Trash
Mike Stewart Theory (MST) is the project of the accomplished producer, writer, and artist Michael Ivan Stewart (also known as Mike Stewart, TexasMike, and Mikey Two Hats). MST is an optimistic project conceived as an outlet for creativity, involving colleagues from London, Amsterdam, Austin, and the Mühle der Freundschaft Studio in Bad Iburg, Germany. The project has evolved into a platform for Mike's infectious enthusiasm for music, inclusive culture, family, and songwriting.
Pop/Review Scars on Louise - TRINITY x BODY
The trio Scars on Louise has existed since 2017 and has played numerous concerts and festivals in Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands with their energetic pop music since then. The power at their live concerts, as well as being close to the audience, is always their first priority! The band consists of Laura on vocals, Romain on guitar, and Kevin on drums.
Rock/Review Omegaman Casper Salvation - The Better Way for Angelina Jolie
Omegaman Casper Salvation - The Better Way for Angelina Jolie
Rock/Review faSade - Freedom to Carry (Is Not Free)
faSade is a Boston-based musician who has been moved and outraged by the persistent threat and the devastating consequences of gun violence in America. faSade also believes that art, including music, is the perfect form of activism that allows the artist to change the minds of listeners through lyrics, melodies, and images that resonate in their hearts.
Pop/Review Waveform Mountain - PROCESSING...
Waveform Mountain is a Canadian father/daughter synth duo located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Anders Woodland is the lead vocalist and lyricist. Jon Woodland writes and arranges the music. Seb Woodland joins in on some songs and provides guitar, bass, and backing vocals. Waveform Mountain records at Edgetone Studios.
Pop/Review Fortress - Chroma
The Belgian synthpop trio Fortress makes atmospheric electronic pop music that is carried by the unique and dreamy voice of Hanne Torfs. Together with synth player Joppe Vanwetswinkel and bass synth player Nils Tijtgat, singer and producer Hanne has developed a unique and sultry sound. Alluring, yet bold and danceable.