DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Jazz/Review New Laconia - New Laconia
Welcome to the New Laconia—a universe of sound where portals open, time bends, and stories breathe through music. Born in Ukraine, New Laconia is a progressive rock project that blends sci-fi narratives, emotional depth, and cinematic soundscapes into a seamless experience. Nothing here is accidental. Everything connects.
Pop/Review Audren - When Freedom Dies
Audren is a good witch, a highly intuitive multidisciplinary artist. Her main goal in life is to heal and uplift people, giving them food for thought and bringing them joy through her art. When Audren started her musician life, David Guetta told her, “We’re not playing in the same field. You make music for musicians.” Even though she never knew if Guetta’s statement was meant to be a compliment, Audren received it as a confirmation of her musical signature.
Rock/Review The Sad Season - It's All Too Loud in Here (feat. SikTh)
The Sad Season, hailing from London, England, is a band that has undergone a remarkable evolution since its inception. Originally a duo consisting of Mikee (sikTh) and Tomasz, who have been close friends for years, the group has now expanded to include Sian on bass and Ralph on drums. The addition of these new members has elevated the band's sound to new heights, creating a distinct style and vibe that sets them apart in the music scene.
Electronic/Review mxguinness - Viventis
mxguinness may be rising fast, but calling him “new” misses the truth. A seasoned electronic producer and multidisciplinary artist, he spent years off the radar refining his craft, evolving his sound, and building a clear creative direction. In August 2025, he quietly released two warm-up singles on SoundCloud, early signals of what was coming next. Now the real chapter begins.
Jazz/Review Kent Owens - My Little Secret
Kent Owens, hailing from Cambridge, United States, is a solo artist and composer whose latest release, "My Little Secret," showcases his unique blend of influences from past collaborations and contemporary music. Drawing inspiration from the nostalgic sound of torch songs from the 40s and 50s, Kent brings a fresh perspective with a touch of mystery to his music. With a knack for storytelling through his lyrics, Kent's introspective approach resonates with listeners, inviting them to explore the hidden truths we all carry within.
Rock/Review Samuel Yuri - Wind Before The Storm
Samuel Yuri is a composer from Brazil. His music is inspired by national and international rock and ethnic and instrumental music. Samuel Yuri started his musical life with a guitar study and soon began the steps of guitarist and singer, beginning the recording of singles in 2017 at Lumen Studios in SP and mixing with music producer Martin Guderle at Tonewarp Studios.
Rock/Review Killing Kind - Being Human
Killing Kind began as a pandemic-era project in 2021, formed by Mats Molund (formerly of post-punk acts such as Fahrenheit, Schnabel, and Lee Harvey Oswald Ensemble), Mats Wigerdal (Kitchen & the Plastic Spoons, Hörförståelse, Oven & Stove, and Ubangi), and Björn Norberg (Quantum Leap). All three are well-known figures in the Swedish post-punk scene, with roots stretching back to the 1980s.
Country/Review Chase Wimberly - Seize the Day
Chase Wimberly - Seize the Day
Folk/Review Chellcy Reitsma - Carpe Diem
Chellcy Reitsma is a Dutch-American award-winning, genre-bending singer-songwriter, visual artist, and poet based in Malta, EU, full-time and in Nashville, TN, part-time, known for her clever and poetic lyrics that inspire. Her alternative music is a fusion that blends and blurs the lines between blues, a myriad of rock genres, and Americana into a unique retro style with a film noir edge.
Rock/Review Bog Witch - Mr. Fly
Wendy DuMond is an Atlanta-based singer-songwriter recognized for her evocative storytelling and versatile musical style. Performing both as a solo artist under the moniker Bog Witch and as a member of the Americana ensemble Blackfoot Daisy, Wendy's work often delves into the nuanced experiences of women, weaving compelling narratives across genres.
Rock/Review Jessi Robertson - Dark Matter
Jessi Robertson is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter known for her powerhouse vocals and emotionally raw, genre-bending songs. Blending confessional fire with otherworldly imagination, her work draws comparisons to art-rock visionary Kate Bush, pop-rock icon Stevie Nicks, and indie iconoclast PJ Harvey. Robertson commands a room with songs that are as intimate as confessions and as cathartic as confrontations, her voice shifting from lullaby crooning to a wild rock and roll wail.
Pop/Review Sundrift Sky - New Life Together (feat. Sorèa)
Sundrift Sky - New Life Together (feat. Sorèa)
Hip-Hop/Review Noah Zayden - Funny Lil Bitch
Noah Zayden - Funny Lil Bitch
Pop/Review Je Bonus - Vaticide (feat. Brian Montanaro)
Je Bonus is a style-blending artist from New England whose sound lives at the crossroads of gritty folk and hip-hop. With raw honesty and a storyteller’s edge, his music speaks to perseverance and connection—a reminder that you are not alone and that it’s always worth chasing what you believe in.
Pop/Review AMELINA - Step by Step
AMELINA is a young pop-rock artist weaving real teenage stories into widescreen, cinematic songs. Born in Russia and living in Spain since 2023, she channels the excitement and uncertainty of a new life into music that feels like a movie—bright, brave, and deeply sincere. With a voice full of light and a guitarist’s spark, AMELINA is building a world where big dreams feel possible.
Rock/Review FREE/MAN - Reconnection
Songwriter Charlie Freeman, known as FREE/MAN, is based in London's Portobello and has been writing tunes on his acoustic since he learned at 19, when he used the instrument as a meditative and emotional salve to his dad's illness. Messages of duality, love, spirituality, suffering, overcoming pain, the hero’s journey, truth, freedom, and connection.
Pop/Review Eylsia Nicolas - Hot, Hot, Christmas
Eylsia Nicolas is a first-generation American singer-songwriter of Irish and Filipino heritage whose journey from international tennis courts to the recording studio reflects resilience, innovation, and artistic passion. Once ranked on the world stage in tennis with appearances at Wimbledon and the US Open—and becoming the youngest winner of the Irish Open at just 14—Eylsia pivoted from athletics to the music industry following a career-ending injury.
Folk/Review Steel & Velvet - Orphan's Lament
Steel & Velvet is a folk-rock group born, in 2021, from the friendship of Johann Le Roux (vocals) and Romuald Ballet-Baz (guitar), Breton musicians who both followed a solid classical training. Soon joined by another guitarist friend (also Breton), Jean-Alain Larreur, more rooted in blues-rock, they offer a collection of songs recorded in a spirit similar to that of Johnny Cash’s "American Recordings."
Pop/Review Ava Valianti - Running on Empty
Ava Valianti is a multi-talented musician, captivating audiences as a singer-songwriter. Her journey began at the age of nine when she started writing songs and composing music, eventually blossoming into a rising star in the music industry. Surrounded by a rich tapestry of musical influences at home, ranging from the iconic sounds of the Beatles and Elvis Costello to the soulful rhythms of New Orleans jazz, Ava’s artistry is a fusion of diverse inspirations.
Electronic/Review Sheila Rafferty - Soaring On
Sheila Rafferty, hailing from Leeds, UK, is the talented composer behind the original single "Soaring On." With her expertise in playing the synth, she brings a unique and captivating sound to the music scene. Joining her on this project is her husband, Ian Rafferty, who adds depth and rhythm with his skills on congas and percussion. Together, they create a mesmerizing blend of atmospheric synth and drums that transports listeners to new musical heights.