DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Folk/Review Noctæra - Visions Through Amber
Noctæra is an independent French artist who oversees every stage of her projects, from writing to final mastering. Her style blends folk, pop, and rock. A storyteller and motion designer passionate about emerging tools, including AI, she experiments and develops her projects, drawing on her sense of aesthetics and rhythm to craft tracks where innovation and emotion intertwine.
Pop/Review charlieCityy - CITYBOY
charlieCityy - CITYBOY
Metal/Review An Dan - Blood flooded song
An Dan is a five-piece Greek band based in Athens that crafts evocative, cinematic soundscapes—a "poetic universe" where progressive rock meets atmospheric storytelling. The lineup features Chrysanthi, Panos, Ioannes, Kostas, and Chris. They are defined by their commitment to creating deeply moving, detailed musical journeys, which they achieve through heavy arrangements and compelling narrative themes.
Electronic/Review Animus Aura - Call To The Stars (Winter Version)
Based in Frederikssund, Denmark, Animus Aura is the brainchild of Sebastian, a multifaceted artist who not only produces under the moniker Animus Aura but also runs the independent label Lucid Records. Sebastian's meticulous approach to music creation, from sound design to atmospheric arrangement, sets him apart as a visionary in the electronic music scene. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, Sebastian consistently pushes boundaries to deliver captivating sonic experiences to his audience.
Pop/Review Iberico - Stare a Milano
Iberico, born in 1989, is a singer-songwriter from Milan by adoption but originally from Calabria.The solo project was born in October 2024 and saw the publication of the first single entitled “Gaza” in December of the same year, an intense song in which he tells three stories of children during the war conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Folk/Review Dark and Twisties - Ungrateful Women
From Swansea, Dark and Twisties weave stories old and new into strange and beautiful songs with glorious harmonies and skillful musicianship. The band features Sarah Birch (vocals, keys), Kate Ronconi (vocals, fiddle), Sarah Passmore (vocals, guitar), Danny KilBride (vocals, bass), and Huw Rees (drums).
Rock/Review Sean MacLeod - Beautiful Star
Sean T MacLeod is a former and founding member of the Dublin-based band Cisco. Having recorded with U2's one-time producer Paul Barrett, the band achieved critical acclaim in their home country as well as serious interest abroad with their album No. 1. Since the split of the band, Sean has been recording and releasing his own solo work, which includes numerous singles and three albums of entirely original music.
Rock/Review The Savage Hearts - Radio Silence
THE SAVAGE HEARTS are an Irish garage/psych/rock ’n’ roll band formed by former drummer with THE STRYPES, Evan Walsh. From 2012 to 2020, The Strypes’ considerable success included 3 Top 10 albums in the UK/Ireland/Japan, tours with major acts including Arctic Monkeys, Blur, Stone Roses, Liam Gallagher, and Paul Weller, appearances at legendary festivals including Glastonbury, SXSW, and Fuji Rock, as well as notable TV appearances on Late Night with David Letterman, Conan, and Later…with Jools Holland.
Pop/Review Gugga Lísa - Virgin
Gugga Lísa - Virgin
Pop/Review John Daniel - Stordåd
John Daniel, raised in Norrköping, has established himself as a strong voice in Swedish pop. With three albums and two EPs behind him, he is known for combining catchy melodies with lyrics that are both playful and thoughtful. His music moves between the grandiose and the personal—the naive and the sincere.
Hip-Hop/Review Lisa Jo - Lord of the Night (feat. J-Mac)
Lisa Jo, hailing from Tampa, FL, is making waves in the music scene with her latest release, "Lord of the Night." Collaborating with featured artist J-Mac, Lisa Jo showcases her skills as a lyricist and beat creator. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Eminem and Tupac, Lisa Jo infuses her music with a blend of 90s gangsta rap influences and modern rhythms.
Rock/Review Jeff Hodges - Coming Home (feat. Alyxandra)
Jeff Hodges is a songwriter, producer, and performer. After formative years in Nashville, he founded Charleston Sound Studios and has since shaped a hybrid aesthetic that fuses Latin, country, Caribbean, rock, hip hop, and blues with rhythm-first, honest storytelling. Now based in Turks & Caicos, he returns to the stage with Bob Hawkins and continues a creative renaissance marked by millions of streams.
Rock/Review Jernej Zoran - Watching The World Go By
Jernej Zoran is not just a name; it's a thunderous roar in the world of rock music! With a guitar in one hand and a pen in the other, he crafts melodies that shake the very foundations of your soul. As an author, he weaves tales that are as gripping as his guitar riffs. His words dance off the page, leaving you breathless and begging for more. If you think rock is just about the music, think again!
Electronic/Review Consequential - Dark Sky
Consequential, the musical project born in Bury St. Edmunds, England, is a fusion of raw energy and deep beats. Grown in muddy fields, Consequential's sound is a unique combination of stomping bass lines and captivating melodies. Influenced by unconventional sources like watching birds build their nests while lying on the sofa, the music is a refreshing departure from the norm, resonating with listeners who crave something new and exciting but also nostalgic and calming.
Folk/Review Shani Weiss - All About Life
Shani Weiss is a Melbourne-based folk-rock storyteller, multi-instrumentalist, and singer-songwriter whose deeply emotive songs explore themes of relationships, femininity, and raw human experience. Her debut single, All About Life, launched with a sold-out show at the iconic Espy and has since gained international airplay, including on the Europe Indie Charts, Southern FM, and Joy FM. The follow-up single, What’s Left, continued to build her momentum, earning widespread support from audiences and media alike.
Electronic/Review Bekim! - We Belong Together
Bekim! is a Germany-based music producer and curator creating feel-good electronic and pop music rooted in nostalgia and emotional connection. Active since the 1990s, his journey began with vinyl collecting and mixtape culture before evolving into decades of behind-the-scenes production across multiple genres. His sound blends Eurodance, dance pop, and pop R&B influences with modern production, drawing inspiration from 50s–90s music and early-2000s club culture.
Electronic/Review Fleanger - Behind the Smile
Fleanger, an electronic music prodigy hailing from the vibrant city of Tel Aviv, Israel, and currently making waves in the creative hub of Berlin, is a true testament to the boundless power of music as a channel for self-expression and connection. Born with an innate passion for the harmonious convergence of sound and emotion, Fleanger has emerged as a dynamic force in the electronic music scene, leaving an indelible mark with his innovative compositions and profound storytelling.
Electronic/Review OCCULTRA - Heart Of The Hunter
OCCULTRA is a dark, cinematic synthwave project blending aggressive analog synths with beautiful, haunting melodies. Drawing from retro-futurism and modern electronic intensity, the sound balances neon-lit nostalgia with a colder, heavier atmosphere. OCCULTRA’s music moves between high-energy propulsion and immersive mood, evoking late-night cityscapes, danger, and distorted romance. Influenced by the raw drive of Carpenter Brut, OCCULTRA delivers synthwave that is both visceral and melodic.
Pop/Review Audren - We're All Lost
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.
Pop/Review Space Memory Effect - Blue
Space Memory Effect is the project of Amy Wallace, an independent artist based in Snoqualmie, Washington. Amy writes, performs, and produces deeply personal songs that weave storytelling, emotion, and sonic experimentation.