Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Electronic/Review Genevieve Sovereign - Random Number
Genevieve Sovereign is a Melbourne, Australia-based electronic singer-songwriter and flutist who enjoys long walks on creative avenues, doodling up her own cover art, and folding into human-pretzel shapes as her physical capacities permit.
Pop/Review .Fen - Hero
.Fen's musical journey began at a young age, with an early fascination for the sounds of Stevie Wonder and The Jacksons. This early exposure laid the foundation for a future filled with soulful melodies and captivating rhythms. In 2021, .Fen releases his album "Life Is So Beautiful." These songs, crafted during the first lockdown in 2020, bear witness to .Fen's desire to blend his favorite genres, funk and motown, with a pop twist for added catchiness.
Rock/Review Alex Wellkers - Fly Away
In 2014, the one-man project Alex Wellkers was founded by himself in Switzerland. Even though the name Wellkers is originally German, it is pronounced the English way. Alex early started spending his time with music. At age 6, Alex began playing the accordion. He later changed to harmonica, keyboard, and classical guitar before he found his passion for playing blues music on an electrical guitar. He likes rap, and over time, he became more and more interested in grunge and rock music. Most of the songs he writes are in English.
Rock/Review RISE - Without You
RISE is a four-piece band from Liverpool, England. The lineup consists of Sam Kinley (aka stayMellow) on bass and vocals, Paul Kinley on keyboards and backing vocals, Alex Mahoney on drums, and Brian Petch on guitar. The aim of the "Memories And Possibilities" EP was to capture the energy the band produced live. RISE plays with a high-tempo rock influence, focused around melodic vocal hooks. There is a clear mix of synths and guitars, which intentionally drives the songs along.
Rock/Review Gary Dranow - The Heart of The Forest
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.
Pop/Review How To Loot Brazil - Joy to Be Had
For 18 years straight, How To Loot Brazil has consistently cut their own path without a care in the world. Being described as „probably Germany's best indie band“ (OX) or „even more genius than the band itself can imagine“ (VISIONS), they still stay under the radar of attention, not meeting the demands of social media as they don't have anything to sell but their music.
Dance/Review CHINSON - Want You Now
CHINSON is a DJ and producer. He has had remixes played on Capital FM's Weekender and original tracks played on BBC Introducing, Future Hits Radio, and House Party Radio. During his time as a mainstream/commercial DJ for nightclubs and bars, he has warmed up for Joel Corry and Basshunter.
Rock/Review Riding with Killers - Full Circle
While Riding with Killers may be a new name on the rock scene, the members of the Detroit trio have seen more stages and logged more hours in the studio than most could imagine. Taylor Roberts, frontman and mastermind of RWK (formerly of Cathercist/Wild Fire), formed a friendship with ex-taproot drummer Dave Coughlin, which led to the early music of the band. Since 2018, the band has built a name for themselves in the Gulf Coast region and beyond.
Hip-Hop/Review Baby T - Prodigal Son
Baby T is an Emmy Award-winning hip-hop artist who has been producing music for over a decade. With a passion for creating and performing music, Baby T resonates with audiences all over the world. He has had the privilege to perform alongside legendary artists such as the late great Nipsey Hussle, Trina, Young Buck, Lil Scrappy, Bone Thugs & Harmony, and more.
Electronic/Review LOCKDOWN - Badlands
LOCKDOWN is an electrifying synthwave project with retro cinematic influences, pulsating electronic beats, and immersive soundscapes.
Pop/Review Ellery Twining - S.B. Butler
Ellery Twining - S.B. Butler
Pop/Review Enik - when I was a boy
Enik is the former singer of the German electro duo "Funkstörung." He sang on their album "Disconnected" and toured with them through 18 countries. With highlights like 20 stops in the U.S. and 2 gigs in Japan, Enik released five LPs and two EPs of his solo work.
Folk/Review 23 Fields - To Follow This Year's Fashion
23 Fields - The brain child of Step Adams, collaborating with Louise Driver (violin) and Jason M Smith (drums & percussion) in 2023. An alternative folk sound with Step's gravelly voice and Lou's haunting violin brought together with Jason's percussive drive. Song's about love, life and nonsense from politically driven anger to sensitive songs about family and lost love ones. Their debut album 'The World Is Raining' was released in July 2023 receiving radio play in the United States, South Africa and the UK.
Punk/Review Wexford - Change Your Mind
Wexford is a four-piece band hailing from Sandusky, Ohio. With a sound that blends alternative, punk, and post-hardcore influences, their music is characterized by driving rhythms, intricate guitar work, and raw, emotive vocals. The band consists of Shawn Daley on bass, Jeff Vandebussche on drums, and Andy Kohlmann and Dave Mueller on guitar and vocals. Each member brings their unique style and musical background to the table, creating a sound that is greater than the sum of its parts.
Classical/Review Marc Béziat - The Star of Peace (2024 Prague Session)
Marc Béziat was born in Aix en Provence, in southern France, and worked in the IT field in a former part of his course. His musical creativity surged and revealed Itself to him at the age of 28. Yet, at this moment of his life, he had neither technical knowledge in composition, nor musical instrument practice. From then on and concurrently to his professional activity, he dedicated his time and energy to acquire the composition skills necessary for his artistic expression.
Rock/Review The Exact Opposite - You Work For Us Now
Band chemistry is a strange, undefinable, and intangible thing, but when it’s there, it’s undeniable. And it’s undeniable that new duo The Exact Opposite have it in spades. That much is clear from the first listen of their debut album, Skill Issue, a record that fizzes and fizzles with a very tangible chemistry that should and needs to be listened to from beginning to end. That it’s just singer/guitarist Jamie Stuart and drummer/multi-instrumentalist Nigel Powell makes the depth, richness, and full-bodied texture of these songs all the more impressive.
Rock/Review Asgard Raven - For Us All
Asgard Raven is an indie-rock artist from the south of England, UK. Producing songs born from experiences during deployments in the Army, Joe (singer and songwriter) has taken the next step towards bringing them to life and releasing them to the public. Drawing on many influences, including punk, rock, blues, and indie music, he produces a unique landscape of sound reminiscent of early 90s brit pop and rock records.
Rock/Review Jacki Jones - Life's Regime (Alternate Version)
Jacki Jones is a singer-songwriter from Liverpool, England. Her genre has been described as indie/post punk/indie folk to singer-songwriter. Although she has dabbled in music in the past, she is a new artist who likes to write a mix of meaningful and general songs, with topics ranging from mental health to new/old relationships, with a guitar-driven sound that is both acoustic and electric. She states her musical influences come from a variety of artists, including Queen, David Bowie, to newer artists like Harry Styles, 5 Seconds of Summer, etc.
Rock/Review Russ Nelson - 5 AM
Russ Nelson, all instruments and vocals. His influences are The Replacements, Goo Goo Dolls, Fuel, Nirvana, and The Pixies.
Rock/Review The Breakdown - Modern Lies
Exploding onto the London music scene with unparalleled vigor, The Breakdown are a sensational melodic rock band that brilliantly fuses iconic British influences with cutting-edge modern rock elements. Reunited in serendipity, this extraordinary quintet triumphed over adversity during lockdown, unleashing their mesmerizing debut album, ‘Open the Barricades’. Now regularly performing in and around London and featuring on a number of high-profile music blogs.