Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Pop/Review LAZA! - I Don't Care!
Luiza Lale's husband and she started creating tracks together in lockdown... She met Ana Gracey, and they hit it off immediately. Chris, their producer, is in the USA, and because the world was shut down, it actually seemed to open up, as distance was not an issue as everyone was locked in their own homes!
Electronic/Review Del´Noire - The Haunting Of Del'Noire
To whom it may concern: Carpe diem may sound like a worn-out cliché, but project Del’Noire is an exact example of it. See, everything started by accident, out of curiosity, as an experiment and an intentional learning process. Let the mastermind, Matyascorvinus, tell the story with his own words. ”Six months ago, I was roaming the Google Play-store in search of a certain application. I bumped accidentally in something called Bandlab. As a curious mind, it grabbed my attention, and I decided to check out what it's all about.”
Rock/Review Vincent Moss - Jump The Gun
Vincent Moss is a Canadian indie musician living in Singapore, writing and playing original rock songs spanning the range from soft rock to rap rock and alternative rock, with some punk influences. While Vincent’s music is still underground, it has found wide appeal, being reviewed in blogs from Canada to Mexico and from Sweden to Indonesia and gotten airplay on radio stations ranging from Brazil and Mexico and the US to Portugal and the Netherlands.
Pop/Review KC Star - wanted
KC Star got his start by posting pop/rap covers on his SoundCloud back in 2017, amassing over 150k plays today. He now writes, records, and produces his own original music inspired by his favorite pop stars like Kesha, Lady Gaga, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Dua Lipa. His last release, U LIKE BOYS, found an audience on TikTok upon its release, boosting KC Star's audience up 10,000 listeners in one week. He has amassed over 120,000 streams across his catalog, and his songs have been played over 900,000 times on TikTok.
Rock/Review Nick Noon - Who Needs Who
Nick Noon brings an indescribable, refreshing, timeless aura to the music community. The Nashville, Tennessee-based artist is a rising multi-genre artist, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter. The talented jack-of-all-trades is poised to make waves in the scene with his emotion-evoking sound and relatable style. Inspired by his life experiences, the artist strives to push the envelope with his sound to make a dynamic style that encapsulates his love for various genres.
Country/Review Reagan Hudson - Mama's Going to Rehab
Reagan Hudson grew up in the wild hills of western North Carolina, where the roots of traditional music go back as far as the first settlers who entered the hills. As those sounds evolved over time in NC, from traditional folk music to country music to honky-tonk and rockabilly, Reagan was influenced by them all. Hudson’s unique songwriting ability combines elements of heartache and humor, providing a great and entertaining listening experience.
Country/Review Dax - Dear Alcohol (Mega Remix)
Dax is a rising artist who is currently making something from absolutely nothing.
EDM/Review TATE SEDAR - San Francisco
Featured on EDM.com, radio, and the EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-a-Thon, TATE SEDAR is cutting the noise in his articulate style of electro & progressive house. He has already mixed alongside Don Diablo, Cash Cash, Wolfgang Gartner, DallasK & Henry Fong. TATE seeks a voice for electronic music like in his official remix for "Hero" by Empire's Terrell Carter (elevating Carter’s message on American civil rights) and to disrupt the pop format like in the originals “Heaven” and “All of Your Lovin’.”
Rock/Review Kwolek - Ronnie Stole This Riff / Kim Is Desperate
Kwolek makes music in a small apartment in Boulder, CO. His 4th solo LP, Masks, is comprised of 10 textured, meticulous songs of protest, beauty, and weirdness and took 3 years to make. Masks are a thematic element throughout the album - hiding, revealing, fakery, invisibility, and bald honesty brushed off as just a joke. He attempts to ensure that no two bars of any song are exactly the same - that everything is in constant flux and evolution. His earliest memory is of feeling frisson from music, and he has been on a quest to capture those chills ever since.
Rock/Review Die Kammer - Season V: Maybe forgotten. Maybe glorious.
The two makers of Die Kammer can look back on decades of experience in numerous well-known bands. They are just as familiar with the stages of German and European live clubs as they are well-disposed towards them. Die Kammer was founded in December 2011. Since then, the duo has been working together in changing line-ups with a wide variety of musicians. In the first few years, the focus was on purely acoustic realisation.
Jazz/Review Fugu Quintet - Interweavement
Fugu Quintet is an experimental band from Saint Petersburg.
R&B/Review TaniA Kyllikki - I Struck Gold with You
British singer-songwriter TaniA Kyllikki has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. Since the pandemic hit in 2020, she has emerged as one of the most powerful female artists in indie music. Her massive, old-school, strong vocal range and distinct raw organic storytelling approach have led to comparisons to legends in the music industry. With her husband and musical collaborator, Rynellton, aka Garry D. Hairston, they have become a strong power couple.
Hardstyle/Review 4D4M - Remedy (Euphoria Mix)
Starting composing at age four and obtaining his first copyright for his original music at age six, 4D4M grew up in the Chicago underground rave scene, producing events to play his original techno sets at. Hand-building his first computer into a flight case complete with a controller interface, at 14 he began selling EDM loops and samples through Sony Music, consulted on touchscreen DJ interfaces and computers, produced two albums, and formed a DJ act opening for the world's biggest EDM artists.
EDM/Review The 1975 - Oh Caroline (TATE SEDAR Remix)
Featured on EDM.com, radio, and the EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-a-Thon, TATE SEDAR is cutting the noise in his articulate style of electro & progressive house. He has already mixed alongside Don Diablo, Cash Cash, Wolfgang Gartner, DallasK & Henry Fong. TATE seeks a voice for electronic music like in his official remix for "Hero" by Empire's Terrell Carter (elevating Carter’s message on American civil rights) and to disrupt the pop format like in the originals “Heaven” and “All of Your Lovin’.”
Punk/Review Wexford - Never Give Up the Fight
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.
Folk/Review Jagas - Dis non!
The French band Jagas sings to life and celebrates the living! Jagas follows the tradition of committed French-language rock/chanson with his energetic and powerful songs, far from cynicism and the prevailing resignation. Furiously humanistic and gleefully militant, Jagas allows the passion of Mano Solo, the poetry of Jacques Brel, and the generosity of Ogres de Barback to collide.
Pop/Review Anoush - Brave Girl
With a foundation in classical piano and a passion for diverse musical influences, Anoush crafts mesmerizing compositions that transcend genres. Drawing inspiration from many styles across the spectrum, Anoush creates a unique fusion of experimental art pop, piano beats, and jazz-infused vocals. In 2023, Anoush captivated audiences with her debut album, ONE, and has plans to release a highly anticipated follow-up album in 2024. She continues to push boundaries with evocative storytelling and musical craftsmanship. From ethereal melodies to pulsating rhythms, each track invites listeners on a transcendent musical journey.
Hip-Hop/Review Trevour Amunga - Akira's Blues
Trevour Amunga (born July 4th, 1996) is a rapper/songwriter based in LA. He was born in Kenya but moved to America in 2008, in the wake of the civil war, as his parents sought to find solace in America. With a charming blend of poetry and authenticity, Trevour's musical canvas is as iridescent as it is colorless.
Rock/Review Matt O'Ree Band - Cradle Rock (feat. John Popper)
Jersey's best-kept secret is about to make some noise. Over the past few years, the Matt O'Ree Band has done what most area bands do. They've played their shows, developed their sound, released their records, and very quietly built a local fan base in the process. What makes this band different from all the others is that their local fan base includes Bruce Springsteen, David Bryan, and John Popper (all of whom have volunteered to perform on the band's last album), which broke the band globally.
Country/Review Juliana MacDowell - Big Old Yellow Moon
Juliana MacDowell is an American singer-songwriter who lives between the hills and hollers of Loudoun County, VA, and the relaxing and riotous rock that is Key West, FL. Her velvety vocals and moving originals unite her with listeners in unforced and memorable ways. Juliana fell in love with music as a toddler when her grandfather placed her on the bench of his Steinway.