DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Electronic/Review Lark - I'm With You
Australian pop provocateur Lark released her latest smash hit song, I’m With You, on May 12, 2023. Madonna, KISS, and ABBA were on high rotation in the household when Lark was growing up. She was drawn to the fierceness of 1984 Madonna, the glam and sass of KISS, and the catchy, slick pop of ABBA, and all three influenced who she is as an artist today.
Electronic/Review Sienná - Wa-Kei-Sei-Jyaku 和敬清寂
Kyoto-born and Oslo-based artist/songwriter Sienná has been increasing the range of a cult following by making a name for herself internationally in the underground electronica scene with her brilliantly bizarre creativity.
Pop/Review Avi Kytes - Roll Over
Avi Kytes is the brainchild of a London-based songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Alex Rigueiro. Originally from Barcelona, Avi Kytes is a personal exploration of human emotions, social confusion, and the inner conflicts of our daily lives.
Rock/Review he didnt - (sic) EP
Guitarist/vocalist, he didnt spend a lost decade in London in other guises supporting underground bands like The Telescopes, Caretaker, and One Unique Signal, Pale Horse, Silent Front, and, er, the Magic Numbers...before moving to Oxfordshire to escape the noise, smells, and pressures of city life.
Punk/Review Degenerates of Punk - DCxPC Live Vol. 13 Presents Degenerates of Punk Live at Ralph's Rock Diner
Degenerates of Punk are the founders of the legendary style of craft punk! Founded in 2021 by Jimmy West Jr. and Sparrow Cat, Degenerates of Punk is a fast and emotionally charged punk band out of Massachusetts and Rhode Island!
Folk/Review Jordi Alkema - Put It Behind You
In July of last year, Jordi Alkema dissolved his previous band, 'Yancy Dangerfield'. He didn't want to form another band for the sake of having one. So instead, he started trying to do it all himself and felt like that worked. Ever since, it has just been him.
Rock/Review Soda Cracker Jesus - Space Boy
Soda Cracker Jesus is the rock n roll brainchild of singer-songwriter-producer Regan Lane. His first 5 singles have charted on hundreds of independent radio stations worldwide, creating fantastic reviews and buzz!
Metal/Review Liat Dagan - Pale
Liat Dagan is an Israeli musician & singer who creates empowering Indie-Metal music inspired by her mind-blowing struggle to overcome herself.
Hip-Hop/Review Double Détente - La belle époque
La belle époque are 3 rap artists from 3 different generations who take us into a festive groove worthy of the 90s! From hip-hop pioneer Benny B to old-school rappers DEM-K and K-DEM from Double Détente and Malena, an urban pop singer, all have their source in the golden age of French rap, the heart of current urban culture.
Rock/Review Jane N' The Jungle - Wasteland
Jane N’ The Jungle is a modern rock band from Phoenix, AZ, with vocals that cut like a knife and a take no prisoners attitude influenced by a combination of alternative rock, metal, and a touch of punk.
Pop/Review Ananda Xenia Shakti - You Are Already Free
Love Power the Band, the New Earth music group fronted by the former lead singer of B-Girls, Ananda Xenia Shakti, is proud to announce the release of their latest single and video, "You Are Already Free.”
Folk/Review Alex Krawczyk - Space Between Us
With more than 350K Spotify streams of her catalog, a #1 US radio airplay chart single, another Top 10 US radio single, and a nod for the Canadian Folk Music Awards, Alex Krawczyk emerged onto the folk music scene in 2022. When she’s not working on her music, Alex devotes much of her time to working with charitable initiatives in her community.
Hip/Hop Zenodro - Villain
Zenodro, a New Jersey-based rapper, is rapidly gaining traction in the industry with his distinctive sound that incorporates elements from trap music and some of the most legendary rappers in history.
Rock/Review Chasing Shadows - Lost
“Lost” is just the beginning for Chasing Shadows, who are currently finishing up their latest EP, set to be released later this year. Fans can stay up-to-date on the latest news and tour dates by following Chasing Shadows on social media.
Rock/Review Bad Ass Beauty - Blast Off
LaQuinta Prince (a.k.a. Bad Ass Beauty) is a powerful R&B vocalist stretching her skills in the genre of rock. Educated at the esteemed Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, her musical influences span from Led Zeppelin to Chaka Khan, Beyonce to In This Moment. Prince is well on her way to turning the rock genre on its ear by blending the two styles in order to push hard rock and soul into the mainstream.
Pop/Review Emmanuel Styles - Balloons
A composer from Toronto, Canada. Emmanuel Styles is always trying to explore a vast amount of sounds to incorporate into his music.
Pop/Review Easton - Can't Help But Check My Phone
Easton is a multifaceted artist based in Los Angeles. He has made a name for himself as a successful fashion photographer, capturing celebrities and brands for top magazines. In addition to his photography work, Easton is also very passionate about music.
Rock/Review Anton Sword - Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)
NYC-based keyboardist Anton Sword leads an indie synth/ dance/ new wave project with a shifting band lineup. Sword has toured the Eastern USA twice and Europe 10 times, playing for a small but loyal following. One of his ambient compositions runs in a loop on permanent display in Manhattan’s American Museum of Natural History, scoring the ‘Astro Bulletin’ in the lobby of the Rose Space Center.
Rock/Review Sonic Maven - Look at Me Now
Sonic Maven is a new Indie/ Garage rock band formed in 2023. Their influences include The Black Keys, Arctic Monkeys, and The White Stripes.
Pop/Review Robert Vendetta - Vacation
Robert Vendetta loves Mexico! And all kinds of music. This has made him into a melting pot of influences, which all shines through in his music and stage performance! Robert Vendetta invented Retropop – or modern old as he sometimes calls it - and carries its flag as a producer, songwriter and an artist.