Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Hip-Hop/Review Ruben Page - No Harm
Ruben Page is a solo artist. He started hip-hop nine years ago, and he loves to do it. His influences are rappers from the 90's and current.
Dance/Review VXXK, Bailey Jehl - To the Ceiling
Crafting sonic landscapes that transcend boundaries, VXXK is a chart-topping producer and DJ who is the enigmatic force behind the beats. Teaming up with vocalist Bailey Jehl, their dance single “To the Ceiling” is a summer soundtrack staple, now available on all platforms. While not much is known about the elusive VXXK, their talents suggest that this is not their first foray into the world of music. To date, their associates include multi-platinum, Billboard, and Grammy winning acts.
Classical/Review Jonathan Grow - Devenir
Brought up in a small village in the Midwest, pianist and composer Jonathan Grow began picking apart songs from the radio, teaching himself the piano, and telling his own stories through song at the age of eleven. Raised in choirs and live performances, he continued singing and writing throughout his time at university. He worked as a staff writer, session vocalist, background vocalist, and pianist after moving to Nashville in 1996. Since then, his work has been recorded and performed in venues ranging from liturgical settings to arenas and published in choral songbooks.
Rock/Review The Zaramutas - Censored
It’s not often that you come across bands such as The Zaramutas. A raving amalgamation of styles and intentions that has you both listening closely to the nuances of the enthralling vocal delivery as well as the inventiveness of the arrangements, all the while finding yourself brandishing your falsetto and air guitar skills. Rock, R&B, and fusion have gone into the band’s blender to render an intensely beautiful alternative production.
Reggae/Review Jeandelafamily - Les choses difficiles
Jeandelafamily is hailing from Reunion Island. Jean Dread grew up with JA and Creole sounds before his family moved to France. As a young Lion, Jean formed the group in 1994 with the family onboard. The youthful lineup was Tony (drums), Virginie (keys), and Micka (bass), with additional contributions from Kerdouch Hassan (keys) and Cotino (vox, bass). The beautiful element is that the Baikiom family were youthful in age (at this time) and created sounds like true veterans.
Pop/Review Robert Vendetta - Vendetta Del Disco
Robert Vendetta loves Mexico and all kinds of music. This has made him into a melting pot of influences, which all shine through in his music and stage performance! Robert Vendetta invented retropop—or modern old, as he sometimes calls it—and carries its flag as a producer, songwriter, and artist. Robert Vendetta calls the stage his second, if not first, home. He’s played for the Norwegian royal family several times.
Metal/Review FREQUENCY OVERLOAD - The Pain Factor
FREQUENCY OVERLOAD got together after Mr. Bush placed an ad on Facebook for musicians looking for a band. Kevin Daily had been jamming with Corey Schaefer (hiding out at Fat Bottom Studio) during COVID. Mr. Bush came down, and then the three put out another ad on the same sight looking for a bassist, which Steve Little answered.
Pop/Review Colin Stauber - Colin Stauber Live At Coke Studio
Colin Stauber is a music artist from Southern California best known for his collaborations with Skrillex, Red Bull, and being a top 100 music artist. He has been featured on various prestigious platforms, including Red Bull, MTV, LA Weekly, and Music Times. Known for his advocacy for positive change, Stauber continues to have a positive impact on his community through music.
Pop/Review Cate Kileva - How You Love
Cate Kileva is a rising star in the world of ambient indie electronica, known for her ability to weave intricate soundscapes that resonate with emotion. With a distinctive musical vision and a commitment to pushing creative boundaries, Kileva is poised to leave an indelible mark on the global music scene.
Hip-Hop/Review Super Saiyan Jay - Can I
Super Saiyan Jay is an artist from Palm Beach, FL. He invites all the positive vibes he can get. Come through and have a good time on this journey of awesome music.
R&B/Review Merunisa - The Way You Make Me Feel
North West London singer/songwriter Merunisa takes inspiration from the likes of Kehlani, Abel (The Weeknd), and Jhene Aiko, creating her own unique sound and adding twists to the alternative R&B genre. Better described as a cross-genre artist, Merunisa has demonstrated her ability to own sounds outside of her 'range', like on the drill-infused track 'JET' in contrast to her summer banger 'Henny n' Ice'.
Jazz/Review Elizabeth Shepherd - Three Things
Elizabeth Shepherd is a Canadian singer, songwriter, pianist, and producer. With Robert Glasper, Esperanza Spalding, and Jose James, Shepherd is credited with invigorating jazz songs and bringing jazz-influenced music to a younger audience. Her catalog of seven original albums has received critical attention internationally; Real Detroit Weekly has called her "a jazz virtuoso blessed with a pop sensibility," while Mojo Magazine (UK) has described her as "blurring the boundaries between jazz, R&B, pop, and hip hop.”
Hip-Hop/Review Proklaim - BAD TING
Proklaim (Kult Status) is a Ugandan-born MC raised in Zambia and based in Namibia with a passion to glorify the name of God through the medium of hip-hop music and to do so with excellence and passion.
Electronic/Review JSDavani - Son of Man of Chair
Jacoby Davani (JSDAVANI) is a multi-media artist and multi-instrumentalist who specializes in experimental arts and music. With this criterion, he's free to pull inspiration from a variety of influences, mediums, and genres. He has over a decade of experience developing multi-media/sensory performances, projecting manipulated experimental films on top of music that often explored ambient soundscapes, harsh abrasive noise, avant-garde tunes, apocalyptic folk music, and sound collages-composed of found sounds/field recordings, and circuit-bent children's toys.
Spoken Word/Review The Prophet Obblonge - Hostile Witness
When The Prophet Obblonge was a kid, he ate tubes of communion wafers. That's what they come in for, like the ubiquitous Ritz. That's all there was to eat in the base church refrigerator. Communion wafers and inky purple grape juice. That means thirteen percent of his body weight is currently the pure body of Christ. His father studied to be a priest, possibly with the Jesuits, though this is unconfirmed for the moment.
Rock/Review SEER SEEKER - TO THE CORE
Described as "rap's newest phenom," SEER SEEKER draws influence from the layered vocals of Linkin Park and the mind-bending rhymes of Run The Jewels to make deeply impactful hip-hop that transcends current boundaries. High-octane enigmatic energy courses through the electrifying debut release of "TO THE CORE" as SEER SEEKER uses every ounce of their volition to make the weight of the lyricism cascade with bruising and deeply affecting impact.
Rock/Review Gary Dranow - Never Give Up
Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions have garnered acclaim for their online performances during Tuesday night livestreams. They've also received recognition in various music magazines and blogs, thanks to their unwavering dedication to their craft and their genuine connection with their audience.
Folk/Review Michael Lyon - The Guy Who Won
Coming from the vibrant culture of Southern California, Michael Lyon shines as an unrivaled artist in the indie folk scene, reminiscent of icons like Bob Dylan and Simon & Garfunkel. His nostalgic style harks back to poignant classics while establishing him as a uniquely compassionate storyteller.
R&B/Review EEF Early Ettringite Formation - Something for You
Meet EEF, an acronym for Early Ettringite Formation, is a quintet of young musicians from Marche, Italy, embodying passion and creativity, giving life to a one-of-a-kind musical fusion. The band originates from the bold vision of two creative minds, Mattia Leoni on drums and Umberto Ferretti on guitar. After years of research and writing, they complete their lineup and dedicate themselves to an original music project embracing influences ranging from rock to funk, jazz to fusion.
Classical/Review Dan Becker - Abject
Dan Becker's first exposure to piano was lessons for a school year around the age of 11. Then he became a rebellious teenager and took up guitar and cigarettes, thought himself a badass, and joined a rock band. Around the age of 17, he came back to his roots and started dabbling on the piano again. It's always been a true passion of his, and it's the only passion that has never left him.