Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Folk/Review FACHY - I Can't Lie
Introducing the vibrant musical journey of Andrew Facciolo, better known as FACHY. Hailing originally from the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada, FACHY's path led him to the serene landscapes of Vancouver, BC, amidst the tumultuous waves of the COVID pandemic. As a co-creator of the dynamic indie rock band Moving City, FACHY has graced stages across Canada, leaving an indelible mark on audiences from coast to coast.
Country/Review Kevin Defeo - Kiss My Cash
Kevin Defeo is a northwest NJ-based singer/songwriter primarily in the Country/Americana/Honk Tonk genre. He is a NJ native with deep southern roots. Kevin Defeo is equally comfortable performing original and cover material in any setting. He has performed in songwriter showcases, festivals, and fundraisers and has opened for national acts such as James Maddock and Thomas Gabriel.
Electronic/Review Shee Ma - Бути Нам
Shee Ma is a fascinating new presence in the Ukrainian independent electronic music scene. With a background in opera vocals and a passion for sonic experimentation, she brings a deep conceptual approach and genuine emotion to her work, infusing her lyrics with authenticity.
Pop/Review Louise Dearman - Ordinary World
Louise Dearman grew up in Linslade, Bedfordshire, attending Linslade Middle School and Cedars Upper School. She began dance lessons at the age of three, realizing early in her life that musical performances on stage were what she loved. She became part of a children's choir in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the London Palladium when she was thirteen, going on to hone her talent training at Laine Theatre Arts for three years, where she won their Musical Theatre Award and Opera Award.
Pop/Review SIESKI - Gumdrops
Sapphic force, SIESKI, draws you in with alluring vocals and melodies that flow, swell, and absorb the listener. Multi-disciplinary in practice, she is a queer singer, songwriter, musician, and actor who weaves ethereal vocals, hypnotic piano themes, lush soundscapes, and unique hooks into a whimsical, alt-pop world. SIESKI's artistry, a satisfying blend of modern and timeless, promises a captivating journey with every note.
R&B/Review Sasha Joy - I feel the Sunshine
Sasha Joy's music takes listeners into a world of bliss, discovery, and meaning. Shaped by a rich blend of Balkan & Western influences and a profound love for travel, her music tells stories of a life deeply lived and human experiences that connect us across cultures. Her voice is a blend of unique sound influences, bringing together elements of jazz, r&b, soul, and neo-soul.
Pop/Review Sandy King - I'm on Summer Time
As a Denver, Colorado, native, music has always been a part of Sandy King's life. A self-taught musician, she started playing piano at 7 and guitar at 13. She wrote her first song at 15 and performed in various rock, pop, and variety bands in Colorado for over 30 years. Her first CD was a collaborative effort with her sister, Kathy, a lyricist and vocalist. The “Play” CD was completely her sole creation of both lyrics and music, along with the songs on the next EP release.
Rock/Review The Pulltops - Mission Control
The Pulltops are a Milwaukee based duo delivering a hooky mix of Indie Rock, Power Pop, and Album Rock. Drummer Mark Pierret and guitarist Tom Crowell were both eclectic record collectors, so they immediately clicked when they joined their first band together. While Mark always leaned heavier on old country and soul music, Tom drew stronger influences from the experimental and underground scene.
Rock/Review Mad Man's Spirit - Mad Man's Spirit
The group began as frontman Tony Slacker’s childhood band, which, in true Mad Man’s Spirit spirit, would have judges turn up their noises while getting schoolmates on their feet. Today, it is an international collaboration between Tony and bassist Karu in London, drummer Celsn, and lead guitarist Dome in Germany is going to prove that punk knows no borders.
Classical/Review Ian Mathias-Baker - Man Mowing the Lawn Across the Way from Me
Ian Mathias-Baker is a British-born composer and producer, currently living in the Lecrín valley, south of Granada, in Spain.
Pop/Review Wotts - Wilson
Wotts is an Ottawa, Canada-based indie pop duo made up of vocalist/multiinstrumentalist Jayem and bassist/guitarist Ricky 100. Wotts has hit the stages of RBC Bluesfest, Canadian Music Week, and Junofest and has received shoutouts for their work from several outlets, including CBC Radio (Canada), The Luna Collective (U.S.), Iggy Magazine (France), and Mystic Sons (UK).
Folk/Review Buko Shane - Pandemic Blues
Buko Shane plays songs with echoes from the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. The style could be defined as "Americana-influenced music." The band mixes the sounds of organic singer-songwriter material with more raw, electrified sounds and even steps into the world of unfettered improvisation and experimental music.
Rock/Review BERENICE - Little Red Heart
BERENICE's music takes influences from pop, rock, and country to create what she refers to as spaghetti western pop. BERENICE has previously been supported by Bold Journey, Canvas Rebel, and Riverside Radio, as well as performed at venues such as The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, Old Blue Last, and Camden Assembly.
Rock/Review The War Yaks - Bifurcate
The War Yaks bring catchy hooks, soulful vocals, and a generous dollop of saxophone to a new vision of what modern prog can be, with an electic blend of genres and influences and thoughtful, introspective lyrics. Fans of Steven Wilson, Thank You Scientist, Haken, Leprous, and Opeth may find something to love among The War Yaks' oeuvre.
Punk/Review Everything but the Everything - A & B Sides Vol. Two (feat. Sophia Prise)
Bay Area music veteran Izzy The Gent has been producing alternative new wave post-punk out of East Oakland. His current project, Everything but the Everything, started as a one-man band before becoming a studio collaborative. Performing live was the next step. When performing live, Everything but the Everything longtime collaborators, vocalists Sophia Prise and Tobias Hawkins, front the band, while guitarist Ian Dowd (Fire In The Hamptons), drummer Chad Roxxit (The Hot Takes, Chad and Scott), and Izzy handle the rest.
R&B/Review Centric & CJae - Do Time
Christopher Louray Mandujan, professionally known as Centric, is a renowned music composer and record producer. As one half of the hip-hop duo “Grand Opus,” Centric began his career by crafting instrumentals for various underground hip-hop acts. CJae, born in Grenada, is a multifaceted singer, songwriter, recording artist, amateur producer, and novice audio engineer. He grew up in a musically rich environment, with his grandfather being a self-taught guitarist, which sparked his enduring passion for music.
Rock/Review Inviolet Row - Alpha Male
Inviolet Row was founded in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2001 by Lee Scrivner (guitar and vocals), Kevin Brewer (guitar), Casey Johnson (bass), and Abe Millet (drums). Early that year, they began writing and recording songs for what was to become their debut album, Consolation Prizes. Millett left the band while the album was being mixed to devote more time to other projects, eventually joining Third Eye Blind in 2008. The mixing and recording of their debut took over a year because of personnel changes, and during this time, Ronnie Vannucci Jr. briefly sat in as a replacement drummer, just weeks before joining The Killers.
Rock/Review Luna Motif - Tender Weapons
Luna Motif is a dynamic four-piece rock band from Dublin. Featuring Gerard McBride (guitar), Christos Salaforis (vocals), Ross Byrne (bass), and Danny Kettle (drums), they bring a powerful, playful, and original blend of alternative rock where each song has its own vibe, so you never get bored of the same ol' sound. Born during lockdowns, they turned isolation into inspiration, creating music that resonates with authenticity and passion.
Hip-Hop/Review Proklaim - Babylon
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.
Pop/Review Torrance - Star Child
Torrance is a larger-than-life solo pop singer-songwriter from Boston, Massachusetts. Rumor has it, his first word was “Cher,” as he’s been performing “Turn Back Time” since he was old enough to read. Torrance has seized every opportunity to excite a crowd ever since, but he reached new heights when he pressed pen to paper and began to craft his own melodies and lyrics.