DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
R&B/Review the one named Jasmine - Trib
Singer-songwriter and rapper the one named Jasmine makes music that touches your soul. Born in 1994 in Brooklyn, NY, Jasmine began honing her vocal gifts in church choirs. By her teens, she was attending performing arts school and performing at Carnegie Hall.
R&B/Review R3tro Riq - Flight 69
Tariq Singletary, aka R3tro Riq, is a singer/songwriter born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina. As a very versatile artist, he primarily portrays emotional and heartfelt contemporary R&B but ranges from genres like hip-hop and pop to dancehall and afrobeats. His emotionally altering and smooth rhythm on R&B beats has given him comparisons to artists "Bryson Tiller," "Tory Lanez," and "Drake." With incredible lyricism and beautiful melodies on tracks, R3tro Riq is an artist that has a track for any kind of listener.
Pop/Review Michael Waters - Requiem for Earth
Michael Waters is a songwriter and composer creating high-quality pop and indie ballads defined by emotional depth and unforgettable melodies. Writing both music and lyrics, his songs blend meaningful storytelling with instantly memorable hooks—ranging from deeply reflective moments to uplifting, feel-good tracks. After making songwriting a central focus, Michael began recording with world-class musicians in New York in late 2025.
Rock/Review George Styles - Better Conversation
George Styles is a Boston-based solo artist driven by an unstoppable creative force that keeps him writing and recording despite staying away from the live circuit for over two decades. Operating as a true one-man operation, Styles handles every aspect of his musical output—from composition to performance to production—crafting songs in his Boston studio with meticulous attention to detail.
Interview: The Story Behind the New YMCA Anthem
The Story Behind the New YMCA Anthem
Hip-Hop/Review Done Overtime - My House Don't Comfort Me Anymore
Done Overtime - My House Don't Comfort Me Anymore
Pop/Review The New Citizen Kane - Metallic
The New Citizen Kane is an independent artist building a multi-sensory pop universe where emotion, identity and instinct collide. Blending synth-pop, electronic textures and cinematic storytelling, his work explores the contradictions of being human — desire and restraint, chaos and control, and connection and isolation. With a background in theatre and multidisciplinary art, Kane approaches music as world-building: every project exists not just as a collection of songs but as an immersive narrative across sound, visuals and performance.
Pop/Review Myra - C'est mon tour
Myra is a French Caribbean singer-songwriter from Guadeloupe, creating modern zouk infused with emotion, elegance, and authenticity. Her music explores personal transformation, resilience, and the moments that redefine our lives. Blending contemporary Caribbean sounds with heartfelt storytelling, Myra aims to create songs that resonate far beyond language and geography.
Pop/Review Teena - I Am Too Famous
Teena is the alter ego of international actor and comedian Lucien Jack. Lucien spent much of his life in Spain and Andorra—even narrowly missing out on representing Andorra at the Eurovision Song Contest in the 2000s during his time performing as "Jack Lucien." After a transformative 2025 that saw Lucien relocate from London to Liverpool to study screen acting at Act Up North—with the ultimate goal of producing a Teena sitcom—the multifaceted artist channeled his experiences into a self-produced, 11-track record.
Country/Review JT Catalano - Felon Angels
JT Catalano is a solo singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer who treats genre as a tool rather than a boundary. Using sample-based production, cinematic arrangements, and emotionally direct writing, he moves between Americana, outlaw country, hip-hop, rock, pop, and R&B while keeping every song rooted in lived experience.
Rock/Review SilverHorizon - SilverHorizon
SilverHorizon is an alternative and indie rock band from Worcester County, Massachusetts, featuring Bryce Broberg (guitar/vocals), Connor MacEachern (bass/vocals), and Kenny Snider (drums/vocals). Formed in 2024, the trio draws inspiration from artists including Two Door Cinema Club, Royel Otis, The Strokes, Fontaines D.C., Phoenix, and Jack White, blending energetic guitar-driven arrangements with thoughtful songwriting.
Rock/Review ReeToxA - Demand Perfection
ReeToxA originally emerged as the brainchild of Melbourne’s own Jason McKee, a lifelong songwriter whose musical awakening took place as a teenager against the gritty backdrop of 1990s Frankston, although life quickly got in the way of his creative dreams.
R&B/Review Keesha Blair - Peaceful Power
Keesha Blair is a songwriter, music creator, and custom music director whose work centers healing, empowerment, boundaries, truth, and emotional restoration. Through Divine Purpose Music, she creates message-led songs and music experiences for listeners moving through deep inner work and returning to their own voice, clarity, and peace. Her role centers on songwriting, concept, message, and creative direction. She uses AI to assist with music production and vocal generation to bring each release to life.
Country/Review Ridge Banks - Searching for Savannah
Singer-songwriter Ridge Banks has built a reputation for crafting heartfelt, melodic songs that blend the storytelling traditions of Americana and country with the musicianship of folk, blues, and rock. Originally from Fenton, Michigan, and now based in Nashville, Tennessee, Ridge was raised in a home filled with music, developing a passion for songwriting and live performance at an early age.
Jazz/Review Michael Dulin - On the Rocks
Michael Dulin, acclaimed pianist and composer, is celebrated for merging classical sophistication with the fluid energy of contemporary instrumental music. A Juilliard-trained virtuoso, Dulin has built a career on creating music that resonates with profound emotion and timeless beauty.
Punk/Review OpCritical - Liar Liar
OpCritical is a band created in 2026 to be a voice for all those who want to take a stand for the American values of decency, tolerance, honesty, and the rule of law. The members of the band are not important, but their message is. The band will be releasing music and videos as long as necessary to inspire others and speak out about the daily injustices taking place in America.
Hip-Hop/Review TEMERITY - Off the leash
TEMERITY is a 24-year-old rapper from London, England, who is determined to prove his prowess in the music scene with razor-sharp wordplay and undeniable confidence. Bursting onto the scene with raw talent and authentic energy, this emerging artist represents a new wave of UK hip-hop that refuses to be ignored. His creative partnership with producer Tolu—a friend from university whom he met at a house party—has sparked a collaborative chemistry that forms the backbone of his sound.
Pop/Review Dan Fraser - Suppose I Could
Dan Fraser, a singer-songwriter from the picturesque town of Thaxted, England, has built a devoted following through his heartfelt performances and authentic artistry. Known to local music lovers through his work with the popular JDS music collective, Dan has been captivating audiences Thursday through Sunday with performances that showcase his musical and emotional intelligence. Drawing influence from the classic sounds his parents cherished, Dan has developed a distinctive style that wears his heart on his sleeve, creating an intimate connection with listeners.
Jazz/Review Gianfranco GFN - Traces Of The World
Gianfranco GFN was born on October 8, 1966, in Biel, Switzerland. He started playing guitar at the age of 7, took some lessons during his adolescence, and then continued as a self-taught musician. He is notably influenced by jazz, blues, bossa nova, and funk, while not denying his Mediterranean roots, which are reflected in his warm and groovy compositions.
Pop/Review Naoko Hiranuma - Sea of Light
Naoko Hiranuma is a Japanese indie folk/pop artist based in Australia. Having spent over half her life overseas, she worked as a diving instructor in Japan, the Maldives, and Fiji, and later ran a surf camp in Fiji. Drawing inspiration from the ocean, surfing, and coastal landscapes, she creates cinematic indie folk and indie pop that blend intimate storytelling with atmospheric soundscapes, exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and hope.