Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Rock/Review Adam + Attack by Fire - Mama's Big Whiskey Show
Adam + Attack by Fire, hailing from Apex, United States, is the brainchild of the versatile songwriter, rocker, and producer, Adam Tarsitano. Since 2019, Adam has been releasing albums, EPs, and singles under the Adam + Attack by Fire banner, showcasing his passion for experimenting with different styles and genres. Influenced by rock legends such as David Bowie, T. Rex, The Beatles, The Kinks, and Cat Stevens, Adam's music has been praised for its avant-garde approach that pushes the boundaries of conventional genres.
Soul/Review Helena May - Sweet Memories
Helena May is a blue-eyed, British funky-soulstress living in London and Vienna, aiming for heartfelt, uplifting relatability with flavors of Brit-Funk, Jazz, and Soul.
Punk/Review Paul Cafcae - You Cannot Get to Heaven
Paul Cafcae has had an ear for staying melodies from an early age, developing a love for music when he was about four years old after hearing the greats like Johnny Cash, B.B. King, and Carl Perkins on bootleg tapes in the USSR. He got accepted in the specialist music school at the age of 6, where he studied accordion, piano, music theory, and vocals, and played in a folk orchestra.
Rock/Review Sukh - Heading East
Sukh is a Wolverhampton-born, Manchester-based singer-songwriter and doctor. Sukh's first record, "Kings," was met with critical acclaim when it was released in 2013. On the live circuit, Sukh has supported the likes of Basia Bulat, Nizlopi, Beth Rowley, Stu Larsen, and Natsuki Kurai. He completed several UK tours in 2019 promoting his release. He has also performed at Kendal Calling several years running and garnered support from BBC Radio 2 and BBC Introducing.
Pop/Review colby! - Doing What I Can
colby! grew up in Fort Worth, TX, surrounded by live music and spent her time exploring creative passions like singing, writing, baking, painting, and performing. Diagnosed with severe dyslexia at age 8, she spent three years in intensive therapy to learn how to slow her brain down enough to try to read. Creative arts helped her cope, and she started singing and writing at a young age.
Folk/Review Moira Chicilo - Colour Of My Eyes
Moira Chicilo is a Canadian singer-songwriter living in Vancouver, BC. Moira writes songs that speak to the everlasting pull of place and the relentless journey of life, mixing elements of indie folk like Wilco with ethereal sounds such as Mazzy Star and Portishead. For Moira, the music always starts with the story, reflecting on themes such as loss, the fragility of nature, human connection, and choices.
Americana/Review Michael Messer & Chaz Jankel - Visions Of Hope
Michael Messer is a virtuoso slide guitarist, singer, songwriter, and roots & blues innovator. Throughout his forty-two year career, his music has remained individual and contemporary. Michael Messer's reputation as an innovator of the blues and master of slide guitar is well known. Being British with an international reputation for blues slide guitar is a rarity in itself, but Messer's obsessive appetite for knowledge of his art is virtually unrivaled.
Electronic/Review Succubee - nine lives
Succubee, hailing from Tempe, United States, is a one-person powerhouse with Elise Malin at the helm, handling everything from vocals to instrumentation. Drawing inspiration from cats and the art of chilling out, Succubee's music is a unique blend of creativity and introspection. The artist's journey began at birth, shaping a sound that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Pop/Review Claudia Balla - Normal People
Claudia Balla is a singer-songwriter, a chanteuse, whose dreamy folk pop is like a melancholic and nostalgic journey through technicolor landscapes of big, unfiltered emotions. Hungarian-born and Switzerland-based Claudia adeptly mixes classical and jazz influences with modern pop sensibilities in her songs, which, according to her, are “movies told in three minutes." Claudia grew up listening to Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, etc. while learning to play the piano and studying music theory.
Rock/Review Fox Maple - Jupiter Sunrise
Fox Maple is a 2-time Grammy-submitted singer/songwriter based in Jupiter, FL, known for her powerful and unique vocal range, lyrical prowess, melodic songs, and big-show energy. Fox writes primarily in the indie/alternative rock space but has influences that range from alt-country to surf rock. A 2-time top-20 international songwriting contest finisher, Fox has been expanding her reach in the indie/alternative music space, performing around venues and festivals around Florida and as far away as WI and IL.
Rock/Review GrooveGalore Muzik - My Reggae Rockin Journey Vol. 1
GrooveGalore Muzik, founded by Paul KasticK, has recorded numerous chart-topping projects as a multi-instrumentalist composer, producer, and drummer for Grammy award-winning UK artist Maxi Priest and the California Reggae band Big Mountain, as well as Diana King. KasticK has toured with top names in the music industry: Maxi Priest, Big Mountain, Enigma, Shaggy, Diana King, Tessanne Chin, and Ki-Mani Marley.
Electronic/Review Sonomancer - Dreamscapes (2024 Edition)
Now residing in Melbourne but originally from Elsewhere, Sonomancer is an Australian electronic music artist known for their unique blend of ambient, downtempo, and trip-hop influences. Drawing inspiration from artists like Boards of Canada, Future Sound of London, and Orbital, their music is an ever-evolving exploration of soundscapes that challenge conventional genre boundaries.
Pop/Review Louise Goffin - Right Now
Louise Goffin is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Louise grew up bound by the DNA of great songwriting. She first appeared singing on records as a young girl, when she performed backup vocals on Cheech and Chong's Basketball Jones and on Carole King’s soundtrack for Maurice Sendak’s classic animated children’s movie, Really Rosie. Snagging record contracts over the years with Elektra-Asylum, Warner Bros., and Dreamworks, Louise’s debut album Kid Blue came out when she was 19.
Pop/Review Anoush - TWO
This is Anoush. She writes, records, and produces all kinds of music, but mostly releases art pop. Her classical training gave her the skill set needed to push musical boundaries, and her independence as an artist gives her the freedom to do so as far as she desires. Anoush is a wife, mother, cat lady, nature lover, Christian mystic, and volunteer.
Pop/Review Fiona Amaka - Justified (Cosmic)
Fiona Amaka, hailing from London, England, is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for her captivating "rock'n'soul" sound. With influences ranging from Stevie Nicks to Smashing Pumpkins, Fiona's music blends bluesy vocals with driving rock guitar or chill folk vibes.
Punk/Review Richie Harrison - The Rope
It will come as no surprise to fans of Richie Harrison that The Rope is a way of working through the artist’s feelings. For 20 years, Harrison came in and out of bands, but his anxiety prevented him from releasing music of his own. That was until his single ‘The Firing Line’ was released to incredible reviews. Suddenly, music had become a lifeline for Harrison as a way to work through his issues.
Pop/Review Alex Uhlmann - Home
„I feel one hundred per cent European.” – Alex Uhlmann has left his mark across Europe: gold and platinum records in Italy, music awards in the UK, and important recognitions for his restaurant in Berlin. He deejays occasionally for AC Milan and is currently the musical director of “The Voice." After having lived in London, Paris, Bologna, Berlin, and Milan, he can confidently claim to have seen and experienced quite a lot.
Pop/Review Zhenyok Chem Brat - Of Your Touch
Zhenyok Chem Brat, hailing from Napa, United States, is a dynamic music artist consisting of DJ Producer Zhenyok (DJZ) and Chango on drums. Coming together 5 years ago in California, their sound is influenced by a blend of rock, funk, EDM, and dubstep, creating a unique fusion that captivates audiences worldwide. Zhenyok, known for holding their own festival in Changolands and being a popular local event and wedding DJ, brings an electrifying energy to the music scene.
Pop/Review Rykka - High Trust High Stakes
Writing and releasing music is just one facet of Rykka's artistry. Through music, art, film, dance, and storytelling, Rykka pushes boundaries to create a world that is weirder, softer, and more creative. Rykka first caught public attention with the debut album “Kodiak” in 2015, earning multiple radio awards and nominations, including the prestigious Peak Performance Top Prize. Following this success, Rykka dazzled audiences on stage at Eurovision 2016, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and over 2,000 other performances.
Pop/Review Giantheo - Hey Tu
In 2003, Giancarlo Prandelli met Matteo Sainaghi, aka Theo, and immediately a magical feeling was created that led them to form the Giantheo. Practically beginners, they participated in the program "Le Iene" on Italia1 and entered with the song "Tortuga" in the compilation "Cantatù vol. 6" and "Superestate Latina." They won the festival show and participated in television programs and festivals throughout Italy. They were protagonists of the RTL 102.5 tour and guests of the Sanremo giovani tour.