DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Rock/Review The Burton D'agostini Procedure - Standing with a Ghost
The Burton D'agostini Procedure, hailing from the United States, is a musical duo formed by Jeff Burton and John D'Agostini, who have a rich history in the music industry. Having supported several touring bands over the years, their influences span from 60s psychedelia to modern alternative, resulting in a unique sound that blends the best of past and present.
Rock/Review Winchester 7 & the Runners - No Worse For Wear
When Phil Voorhees (bass) and Jack Kane (drums) decided to pull a runner, they didn’t expect the one to come after them to be Winchester 7 (vocals, ukulele). None of them imagined that a few thumping bass notes and a halting drumbeat would be answered by a rocking ukulele, vocal harmony, and… music. Together, Winchester 7 & the Runners discovered a forgotten world beyond the dome—one that welcomes their sound and their story.
Rock/Review Tivoli Boy - A Fairytale - Chapter One
Tivoli Boy is the creative vessel of the former Mental Illness frontman, a Norwegian artist whose musical journey spans over three decades from the rebellious black metal scene of early 1990s Oslo to contemporary conceptual explorations. What began as aggressive, almost satanic-charged music transformed dramatically after discovering the Norwegian death progrock band Minas Tirith, shifting focus towards intellectual reflections on existential themes of paradise, hell, and humanity's ultimate destination.
World/Review Inner Splendor Meditation Music, Vidura Barrios - Shiva Shambho Kirtan
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.
Rock/Review DownTown Mystic - Maybe Love's A Crime (feat. Jeff Levine)
DownTown Mystic is the alter ego of American rocker Robert Allen, whose passion for “old school” recording borders on obsession. Robert adds, “I grew up listening to all these great records, and their sound and style stayed with me.” Robert is joined by a stellar cast of musicians, including drummer extraordinaire Steve Holley (Paul McCartney/Wings/Elton John/Ian Hunter) & Paul Page (Dion/Ian Hunter) on bass, as well as one of the great rhythm sections in the history of American rock and roll—Max Weinberg & Garry Tallent of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band.
Pop/Review Carpe Diem - Life is...
Carpe Diem is a two-piece band with a guitarist and vocalist. Their narrative/poetic lyrics always reflect the meaning of life. The songs are set like a story-telling journey with thought-provoking/soul-searching cinematic themes.
Rock/Review Martin Kuiper - Prison Of Modesty
Martin Kuiper's musical journey is no ordinary story. He released his first song in 2023, at the age of 49, and his musical output has remained steady ever since.
Electronic/Review Neon Diffraction, Fenton King - Stay a While
Neon Diffraction is the project of producer Rupert Goddard, blending atmospheric liquid drum & bass with modern blues, soul and emotionally driven songwriting. The project is independently released through Diffraction Records and focuses on a cinematic, late-night sound built around songs as much as electronic production. Fenton King is a soulful vocalist and former singer with Sick as Thieves. His blues-influenced phrasing and expressive delivery provide the vocal centre of Neon Diffraction’s current collaborative series.
Electronic/Review TaniA Kyllikki - Human
The voice of resilience, empathy, and unfiltered power. With an extraordinary powerhouse five-octave vocal range and a songwriting pen steeped in absolute truth, British singer-songwriter TaniA Kyllikki, from Berkshire, is redefining independence in the modern music landscape. Dubbed the “British Songbird” and celebrated by critics as a "lyrical genius," TaniA creates an emotionally charged listening experience that goes far beyond pure entertainment; it is a powerful outcry of survival, strength, and grace.
Rock/Review Hallaballoo - Gravity
For more than two decades, Minneapolis collective Hallaballoo has carved out a distinctive place in the American jam-indie landscape. Blending improvisational freedom with thoughtful songwriting, the band thrives in the space where groove, melody, and musical exploration intersect. Formed in the early 2000s, Hallaballoo began as a loose group of musicians experimenting with ideas in rehearsal rooms and basement studios across the Twin Cities.
Metal/Review Necroscopy - In Your Casket
Formed mid-2026, Necroscopy is a steelcity Linz forged deathmetal outfit. Slightly melodic, slight hardcore influence, full on deathmetal.
Rock/Review Komaframe - Overthinking
Komaframe, the talented multi-instrumentalist from Roma, Italy, has emerged as a solo artist after a rich history of playing in various bands. With a desire to explore new musical horizons, Komaframe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the music scene, captivating audiences with a unique blend of sounds and textures.
Rock/Review Sheldon Mashugana - Monster Mash
Sheldon Mashugana is the comedic alter ego of Dallas-based performer Dean Morgan, a multi-talented artist who has built an impressive catalog of 18 slapstick comedy films on YouTube. Known for his goofy, feel-good persona, Sheldon Mashugana represents everything joyful and lighthearted in entertainment, offering audiences a much-needed escape from everyday stress. Recording primarily at Justin Pierce Music studio in Dallas, Texas, Morgan has cultivated a strong creative partnership with producer Justin Pierce, who handles the mixing and production duties.
Pop/Review Joe Nilson - Cuando despiertes con él
Joe Nilson is a Dominican singer-songwriter based in New York City and the artist behind NL Latin Music. After years devoted primarily to songwriting, he is now stepping forward as a recording artist, bringing his own voice to songs rooted in personal experiences and emotionally driven storytelling. His music explores Latin genres, including bachata, salsa, and Latin pop, combining traditional influences with contemporary production.
Pop/Review Lacey Lune - The Capital Club
Lacey Lune is a genre-fluid pop auteur whose work moves between retro soul, glam-pop, noir electronics and bruised singer-songwriter confession. Her previous releases established a shape-shifting vocalist with a taste for self-mocking glamour, emotionally volatile hooks and arrangements in which seemingly incompatible styles collide without losing their centre.
Rock/Review Steven Luke - Seasons (To Be Human)
Steven Luke is a Lancashire-based independent singer-songwriter creating classic rock and pop-rock with heart and honesty. Drawing on classic rock ballads and melodic influences, his music pairs warm, powerful vocals with lyrics that explore love, loyalty, friendship, faith, and the quiet courage of staying close through hard seasons. Songs that feel personal, relatable, and timeless.
Pop/Review ErickOscar - A Glimpse of Glory (Country)
ErickOscar has been playing acoustic guitar and writing songs for more than thirty years. He grew up listening to music every weekend — usually ballads and love songs — and still treats the guitar as therapy: a way to work through what a day leaves behind. Born in Panamá, Erick has lived in the United States for 34 years and became an American citizen decades ago. Work has also taken him to postings across nearly every country in Latin America.
Folk/Review Katya Redpath - Time Changes Everything
For singer-songwriter Katya Redpath, the songs on "Time Changes Everything" have roots stretching across continents, generations, and histories, both grand and intimate.
Folk/Review Josh Orange - The Fire & The Call
Josh Orange is an Australian/Irish folk rock band, formed in 2004. Founding members Gordon Burke and Andrew Wass shared digs in Sydney’s suburb of Glebe. The band recorded their first album "Big Day Tomorrow" in 2005 with band mates Blaine Munnings and Alex Miller.
Pop/Review Moon and Aries - In the Silence of the Hills
Moon and Aries is a transatlantic music duo (Jordana Moon from Kelowna, Canada & Tom Aries from Cologne, Germany) creating cinematic, emotionally immersive soundscapes that blend trip-hop, indie, and atmospheric electronic music. Working across continents, the duo writes, performs, and produces all music themselves—combining original songwriting, organic instrumentation, and detailed production, with no AI-generated music, vocals, or lyrics.