Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Rock/Review Reynald n'trio - Pin’up
Reynald n'trio sits at the crossroads of rock and blues. The band's creative process is based on the exploration of a theme or riff around which they build their music, leaving plenty of room for experimentation. In concert, the group favors improvisation and spontaneity, giving free rein to solos and capturing the essence of the moment.
Electronic/Review Deep Dive Species - Habitat
Deep Dive Species were formed during (and basically because of) the 2020 lockdown in New York. One part of the duo is Vadim Militsin, an electronic scene veteran who stands behind numerous projects like AUTiSM, Logica Abstracta, and Robotov-Millentrop. The other component of this unlikely mixture is Sergey Popovich, a guitarist and vocalist with a string of projects, like Vopli Vodoplyasova, famous in and beyond his native Ukraine, Hey! Lubo!, and the NY-based Goodswan.
Pop/Review Maya Salafia - Swim
Songwriting is an innate passion for Boston-based Maya Salafia, who wrote her first pop song at age nine and released her first EP of originals at thirteen years old. Currently a rising freshman at Berklee College of Music, Maya is highly active in the music scene, regularly performing at festivals, events, and venues, while garnering an impressive tally of awards and recognition along the way.
Hip-Hop/Review V of 40M - The Score
V of 40M, leading the charge for the Black Independence people's movement known as Forty Million Strong (40M), has been making waves since his global debut just over two years ago. The movement, aimed at establishing sovereign land and autonomous rule for Blacks, is seamlessly integrated into V's music, creating a unique and impactful experience for listeners. From his debut release, "No Church on Sunday," to the recent "Martin Luther," V remains steadfast in his mission to inspire, inform, motivate, and mobilize the masses.
Rock/Review The Local 12 - Abandon
The Local 12 is a band with members hailing from South Jersey and Delaware County, PA. The band was born in 2018, as Eric Bailey reached out to his friends Patrick Ream, Daniel Ream, and Dave Iannucci, inviting them over to his house for a jam session to have some fun and see what would happen. They performed a few originals that each member had lurking in their brains and a few simple covers that each member had always held close to their hearts.
Rock/Review Kingdom Calm - Follow The Leader
Sydney rock band Kingdom Calm have been making waves ever since bursting onto the scene in 2021 with their unique sound and electric live shows. Hailing from Sydney’s inner west, their songs explore everything from gambling addiction to unrequited love to general relativity, yet always remaining grounded in the reality of what it means to be... and not to be... by providing a window into the lives of characters from all walks of life.
Hip-Hop/Review H3RO - Fake It Till You Make It
''Justin Daniels'' (born May 4, 1991), known by his stage name ''H3RO'', is an American underground artist and songwriter from Columbia, South Carolina. Often labeled as a conscious hip hop artist, H3RO manages to "combine battle-rap boasting, nerd-rap asides, deeply conceptual comic book narrative storytelling, and genuine emotional vulnerability into a seamless package.”
Rock/Review Austin Blyth - Vow of Silence
Austin Blyth's main influences are 90s rock and some 80s new wave, Jeff Buckley, Alice in Chains, The Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, Pixies, Tears for Fears, The Smiths, and Depeche Mode.
Classical/Review Richard Green - A Legacy
Richard Green is an Italian musician, guitarist, and composer based in London since 2012. He moved to London, where he obtained a higher diploma as a guitarist and a musician degree. His first track released is Dark Horses (December 2020), a very experimental composition with a distinct dark sound.
Country/Review The Kyle Jordan Project - Loved By You
At the heart of The Kyle Jordan Project's sonic palette lies a blend of genres, weaving together blues, country, rock, and folk influences into a captivating tapestry of sound. With each composition, they delve into the essence of roots music while infusing it with a modern flair, resulting in a repertoire that speaks directly to the soul. The Kyle Jordan Project is a collective of musicians united by their love for music and their shared vision.
Electronic/Review Deep Dive Species - Unconditional
Deep Dive Species were formed during (and basically because of) the 2020 lockdown in New York. One part of the duo is Vadim Militsin, an electronic scene veteran who stands behind numerous projects like AUTiSM, Logica Abstracta, and Robotov-Millentrop. The other component of this unlikely mixture is Sergey Popovich, a guitarist and vocalist with a string of projects, like Vopli Vodoplyasova, famous in and beyond his native Ukraine, Hey! Lubo!, and the NY-based Goodswan.
Pop/Review AWOLNATION - Panoramic View
Aaron Bruno, the de facto leader, songwriter, and creative force behind the Los Angeles-based project AWOLNATION, has spent the better part of two decades steering the band’s ship of pop-friendly electronic and alternative rock to millions of record sales and streams, a handful of chart-topping singles, and countless shows played to adoring fans around the world.
Rock/Review Shyfrin Alliance - Whiskey Blues
A personal crisis can be a curse or a blessing, either plummeting the victim into despair or forcing them into making change for the good. After years as a successful businessman, mathematician, and physicist, Eduard Shyfrin had a crisis that prompted a life-changing revelation. A whole new way of thinking was born as the award-winning scientist embarked on a steadfast pursuit of meanings and purpose, research, and writing bestselling books – all of which has culminated now in his debut album, Shyfrin Alliance.
Techno/Review GIDE - So merry, summery!
Hailing from the vibrant city of Vantaa, Finland, GIDE brings a fresh, electrifying sound to the scene.
Pop/Review myah - everything
Born and raised in South Florida, myah started making music at a young age. Her sound blends alternative rock, pop, and pop-punk melodies. Influenced by bands like The National, Talking Heads, Modest Mouse, and Twenty One Pilots, her love for alternative music continued to grow as she got older and solidified her decision to make music of a similar caliber while still incorporating those familiar pop beats.
Pop/Review The Macarons Project - Heartbreaker
Ree & Dito started their musical journey as a passion project in 2014. The Canada-based Indonesian duo began uploading their music to YouTube, and the response was amazing. By 2017, their fanbase began to grow rapidly, which inspired them to create content regularly. Currently, The Macarons Project has over 290 million (and counting) Spotify streams worldwide. The idea behind the name, The Macarons Project, stems from their desire to intertwine the wide array of “flavors'' (genres) with their mellow acoustic style.
Pop/Review Lucy Wroe - Heartbeat Wipers
Lucy Wroe is a London-based artist releasing music without boundaries. Her creativity is influenced by changemakers spanning all genres, from Charli XCX to Radiohead, Kate Bush, and Caroline Polachek. Always looking to move forward, every release hits the refresh button. In 2022, the mellow-pop EP “Same World” triggered a surge in writing with long-time collaborator Tom b. This led to the release of “Better” in 2023 and the electronic-pop EP “WAVES.”
Rock/Review Darià Artiola - If Memories Had Eyes
Darià Artiola has been involved in music somehow since as long as he can ever remember, not unlike many other humans who have been surrounded by sound during their terrestrial journey. This project couldn't be possible without the collaboration of three amazing people: IK Miranda (producer, guitars, synths, and smiles), Antonio Rubio (guitars, visuals, and pyrotechnics), and Albert Aran (drums, design, linguistics, and stunning looks).
Country/Review Ben Tucker - Ben Tucker
If Ben Tucker’s musical stylings feel at home on a guitar, that’s because he has been playing since the age of 8 and writing since 11. Music provided Tucker with something solid to hold on to through his tumultuous life journey. He first played in the synthpop duo The Fizzgigs until, after university, he formed the garage rock band Albino, with whom he has toured extensively.
Pop/Review Fall of Passion - Never Gonna Let You Go
Fall of Passion is a niche art music project developed and produced by British songwriter John F. Unrestricted by commercial influences and peer pressures, unconventional compositional ideas are allowed to flow freely, creating music that breaks free from the shackles of standard practices. The result is an immersive and unique listening experience.