Discovering the new music underground around the globe
Rock/Review Soft Collapse - Sleepweight
Soft Collapse, hailing from Philadelphia, PA, is the creative force behind the mesmerizing single 'Sleepweight.' Influenced by the likes of Cloakroom, Nothing, and Town Portal, Soft Collapse weaves a sonic tapestry that transports the audience to a world where time stands still and reality blurs with the dream realm.
Classical/Review Leonardo Barilaro - Listen
Dr. Leonardo Barilaro is a pianist, composer, and aerospace engineer. And he will play the first piano concert on Mars. His compositions can be described as Contemporary Space Music, where he merges piano solo, prepared piano, synths, and embedded a wide range of experiments. Born in Venice, Italy, Leonardo Barilaro discovers the piano at the age of 6 and astronomy at 9.
Folk/Review Carpe Diem - Dream Odyssey
Carpe Diem, hailing from Hong Kong, is a musical duo that has captivated audiences with their ethereal soundscapes and poetic lyrics. Led by Ada S. and Keith Y., Carpe Diem's music blends dream pop, folk, and pop rock, creating a unique sonic experience that transcends genres.
Blues/Review Eoin Shannon - Highs & Lows
Eoin Shannon, hailing from Cork, Ireland, brings a unique blend of soul, blues, and spiritual influences to his music.
Country/Review Verna Margaret - Fair Weather Wife
Originally from Virginia Beach and now based in Los Angeles, Verna Margaret draws from the timeless songwriting of John Prine and Emmylou Harris while channeling the inventive spirit of artists like Fiona Apple and St. Vincent. Her work has been praised by Wide Open Country, Holler, Americana Highways, and Rainbow Rodeo, with critics lauding her ability to fuse sharp, unexpected lyricism with a warm, soulful sound apt for a honky-tonk.
Pop/Review Wild Horse - Don't Wait
Hailing from East Sussex, England, Wild Horse is an electrifying indie pop outfit formed by brothers Jack and Henry Baldwin, alongside their lifelong friend Ed Barnes, and later joined by Jade Snowdon on keys and violin in 2024. Their sound is a dynamic blend of funk-infused guitar pop, channeling the raw energy of hip-hop rhythms and the timeless swagger of 60s/70s Brit Rock.
Rock/Review Mike Masser - 5
Mike Masser spent the early ‘00s in a rock band that was able to carve out a piece of local success. After that, he went on to play in several cover bands because as a guitarist, he couldn’t stay away from the stage. After some time he was burnt out and spent a decade focusing his attention everywhere but music. He couldn’t stay away forever, though, and decided to pick back up not only his guitar but also his voice.
Electronic/Review Emma Whybrow - Amnesia
Emma Whybrow is an Adelaide-based singer-songwriter and storyteller who has steadily carved a name for herself through her soulful voice, distinct style, and captivating ability to connect with listeners. Her music is built on the foundation of enveloping audiences like a warm embrace, offering moments of beauty and escape within each track.
Folk/Review The Amanda Emblem Experiment - The Wood
Amanda Emblem is a singer, songwriter, and performer from Upper Kandanga in Queensland. Her career spans over 20 years, during which time she has performed all over the world with the world’s greatest rock and blues artists, including Kiss, Aerosmith, and Robert Cray. Amanda’s songs have won international awards, been featured on the TV series Neighbours, and continue to get regular international airplay.
Folk/Review Danny Hammons - Shooting Stars
Danny Hammons is a folk singer-songwriter born in Knoxville, TN, and raised in Birmingham, AL. He has toured and recorded both solo and with indie-folk band Peasants! since 2010.
Folk/Review Nom De Plume - Circle The Dream
Nom De Plume is an eclectic indie rock band fronted by singer, songwriter, and guitarist Aris Karabelas, along with bassist Michael Magee. Their sound has a surprising pop sensibility that incorporates folk-rock, Americana, and classic and progressive rock elements to create their own resonant style.
Classical/Review Graszhauser - Good Bye, Bavaria!
Graszhauser - Good Bye, Bavaria!
Rock/Review Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice - Transhumanity
Andrea Pizzo and The Purple Mice is a collective of friends and musicians from Genova, Italy, united by a passion for science, storytelling, and rock music. Led by vocalist and songwriter Andrea Pizzo, along with his wife, Raffaella Turbino, who co-writes the lyrics, the band's debut album, Transhumanity, is a collaborative effort that merges visionary ideas, poetic touches, harmonic textures, and full-band performances.
Rock/Review Brandon Wayne - It's Me Again
Brandon Wayne’s connection to music began at age eight when a neighbor gifted him his first acoustic guitar. Inspired by his mother’s eclectic music taste, he formed a band in high school and later joined The Redmoon Band, performing at legendary venues like The Viper Room, The Troubadour, and The Whisky a Go Go.
Pop/Review Casey Louis - The Secret Joke
Casey Louis is an LA-based musician with roots in Westport, Connecticut. Music is his way of connecting with people—a universal language he’s loved since high school basement jam sessions. After moving to Los Angeles, he dove into the city’s vibrant music scene, blending cinematic synths, experimental rhythms, and honest lyrics to create a sound that feels like a conversation with a good friend.
Metal/Review Rupert Träxler - Darkness
Rupert Träxler, hailing from Vienna, Austria, is a multi-talented artist who single-handedly crafted his latest original single, "Darkness." Drawing inspiration from prominent prog rock and metal acts such as Spiritbox, Gojira, and Slipknot, Rupert Träxler infuses elements of screaming vocals and melodic choir passages into his music, creating a unique and captivating sound.
Techno/Review Snow N Stuff - Galaxy
Following the success of their previous singles “Speak To Me,” “White Lotus,” and “EST 1860,” Snow N Stuff continues to make waves in the electronic music scene. Each of these releases has earned a spot on Beatport's Hype Chart for Melodic House & Techno, solidifying their reputation as one of the genre's most exciting rising acts. The last two singles have been supported by David Guetta. Now, Snow N Stuff returns with a fresh twist in their latest single, 'Galaxy.'
Hip-Hop/Review abeatchemist - Space Is Deep
abeatchemist is a music producer, poet/writer, and creative that embraces all of life's love, challenges, failures, and victories.
Rock/Review Paul Wilkinson & The Station - Catch You Dreaming
Paul Wilkinson & The Station (UK, US, DK) are a soft-rock band influenced by British Indie, country-rock, and folk.
Rock/Review Mars_999 - V Zákrutách
Emerging Slovak artist Mars_999 just dropped V Zákrutách (“In the Curves”), the latest single from his upcoming debut album—a hypnotic, slow-burn indie track that blurs the lines between dream pop intimacy, experimental alt-rock, and DIY grit.