DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Electronic/Review Brannen - Tulips
Brannen is a Scottish producer, musician, and drummer creating melodic, organic, and emotive electronic music. His musical journey began in 2012 with Another Blurry Photo, followed by Thirty Three Connection in 2014. He performed with both bands until 2019, taking on roles as drummer and lead vocalist. From 2019 until May 2025, he continued his musical journey under the alias zildjianpinky, exploring electronic production and developing the sound that would eventually become Brannen.
Country/Review LaCosta Tucker - It Matters to Me
LaCosta Tucker rose to fame in the seventies, scoring fourteen chart hits, touring with country music’s biggest names, and appearing on beloved TV shows like Dolly, Nashville Now, The Jim Nabors Show, Pop Goes the Country, The Alan Hamel Show, The Dinah Shore Show, and Hee Haw. Early in her career, LaCosta met legendary publisher Al Galico and signed with Capitol Records, where she was teamed with producer Norro Wilson for five albums.
Rock/Review The Ruffles - Baby Blue Bronco
The Ruffles are three teenage sisters from Delray Beach, Florida, who are transforming a lifelong passion for music into a genuine career. Kenzington, Charlotte, and Paris didn't simply decide to form a band—they grew up immersed in music through their family's deep connections to the industry, with their father working alongside legendary artists including Led Zeppelin, their aunt serving as Billy Joel's assistant, and their uncle performing as a jazz musician.
Pop/Review Crosby Cash - West Palm Beach
Emerging from Huntsville, AL, Crosby Cash is carving out a distinctive niche in the pop landscape with her cinematic approach to songwriting and performance. As an independent artist, Cash draws inspiration from an eclectic mix of influences, including Michael Bublé, Adele, classic James Bond film scores, and the rhythmic sophistication of Bossa Nova music.
R&B/Review Keesha Blair - The Inheritance
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.
Rock/Review One Empty Toybox - Cyberstalking
The two primary contributors for One Empty Toybox are Rob Dreyer and Nicholas (Nick) Viltrakis.
Rock/Review Beyond Disdain - Till Death Parts Us
Beyond Disdain is a passion project born from a group of friends who grew up in the golden era of nu metal and hard rock.
World/Review Inner Splendor Meditation Music, Vidura Barrios - Chant!
Vidura Barrios is a composer, recording artist, and the founder of Inner Splendor Media, an independent music company established in 2006 and specializing in meditation, spiritual, and contemplative music. His work draws upon decades of personal meditation practice and an enduring interest in the sacred music and contemplative traditions of India. Through numerous recordings released over nearly two decades, Barrios has developed an international audience for music created for meditation, relaxation, and spiritual practice.
Pop/Review Grey & Purple Songbook - This is My Crescendo
Grey & Purple Songbook, hailing from Oslo, Norway, is a musical project under the label Grey & Purple Inc., known for producing harmonious and thought-provoking text-based music stories across various genres. With a blend of captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Grey & Purple Songbook's music resonates with both the mind and the heart, promising a soulful experience that transcends boundaries.
Country/Review Rebekah Snyder - Someday Lullaby
Born and raised in rural Pennsylvania, Rebekah Snyder is an alt-country singer-songwriter and certified flight instructor whose music is grounded in truth, tradition, and personal resilience. A single mom of three and domestic violence survivor, Snyder writes songs that speak for the overlooked and underestimated. Her stripped-down style reflects her Appalachian roots and honors the voices of her ancestors—especially the veterans and strong women in her family.
Pop/Review Ersin Secrin - Replay
Ersin Secrin - Replay
Rock/Review Savannah Lightning - Fadin Spark
Michael Bozzo and Michael Kurtin are Savannah Lightning. Born and raised in Queens, NY, the cousins turned years of casual collaboration into a serious musical partnership, blending folk and country roots with strong indie, rock, and alternative influences. Inspired by artists like Radiohead, My Morning Jacket, and The War on Drugs, they craft atmospheric, introspective songs with dynamic instrumentation.
Rock/Review Untold Jukebox - Rehnskiölds Fraustadt Strategy
Untold Jukebox is a conceptual music project that brings world history to life through original lyrics, narrative storytelling, and genre-spanning musical releases. From jazz to symphonic hard rock, each release acts as a sonic time machine, reimagining pivotal historical events into radio-friendly, immersive musical experiences.
Hip-Hop/Review Milyam - Dream
Milyam (pronounced "me-lee-AHM") is a global independent singer-songwriter crafting a sophisticated fusion of atmospheric sound. Recognized by international press as a 'visionary artist' with a 'sultry, captivating vocal identity,' she blends high-end minimalist aesthetics with cinematic production to create a global musical legacy. Her breakout single "Intimacy" was recently selected as a semi-finalist in the R&B/soul category for the Unsigned Only 2026 Music Competition, building on a wave of international recognition that also includes rotation on Amazing Radio (UK & USA).
Country/Review Annika Bellamy - Thats What I'm Thinking
In a world of fleeting hits, Annika Bellamy is a powerful reminder that some stories, and some songs, are timeless. A dynamic singer, songwriter, and performer, Annika doesn't just create music; she builds bridges between generations, cultures, and hearts. With a voice that has been called “fresh, melodic, and soulful,” she is an emerging artist with a story that is both uniquely hers and part of a legendary American musical legacy.
Metal/Review Modules - We Won't Break
Since its formation in Puerto Rico in 2015, Modules has forged a distinctive sound at the intersection of modern metalcore and progressive music. Combining aggressive rhythms, cinematic atmospheres, and emotionally driven compositions, the band delivers music that is both technically ambitious and deeply impactful. Influenced by acts such as Volumes, In Hearts Wake, Unearth, and Northlane, Modules continues to evolve while staying true to its heavy roots.
Rock/Review Jonny Amoral - Delirium
Jonny Amoral is an Adelaide/Kangaroo Island alternative rock artist creating honest, guitar-driven music inspired by the spirit of '90s grunge. Combining powerful riffs, memorable melodies, and emotionally direct lyrics, his songs explore anxiety, identity, and the struggles of modern life while remaining unapologetically authentic.
Rock/Review Shapes - Planet Android
Toronto-based jam band Shapes reflect a shape-shifting, dynamic force that is carving an atmospheric path for themselves. Led by Bryan Silverberg (guitar) and Dave Hollingshead (keyboards), Shapes was born out of their mutual love for abstract ideas mixed with a deranged sense of humour. Notable for their constant touring presence and live gravitas, the group sees music as a form of escapism and a deeper, immersive experience worth inviting listeners and audience members into.
Hip-Hop/Review Tholly - Moonlit Habit
Hailing from Lexington, United States, Tholly is an artist whose music defies simple categorization, blending emotional storytelling with hard-hitting, melodic soundscapes. Drawing inspiration from artists like Witt Lowry, Tholly has developed a distinctive style that fuses the rhythmic precision of rap with the vulnerability of sung vocals. His artistic evolution has been deeply personal—beginning primarily as a rapper between 2019 and 2022, he gradually incorporated more melody into his work, shifting almost entirely toward singing by 2025.
Rock/Review Evil Jake - Be My Ex-Girlfriend
Evil Jake is what happens when rock and roll remembers how to move people again. Born in New York City and raised on overdriven tubes and underdog grit, the band blends big hooks, finger-picked fire, and stories that hit as hard as the amps. Fronted by guitarist and songwriter Mike Jacobs, Evil Jake bridges classic and modern — think the attitude of early Foo Fighters with the musicianship of The Police and the melodic punch of Costello or Cheap Trick.