Discovering the new music underground around the globe

Folk/Review Ophelia Moon, Ricky Mazzamauro - Memory Fades
Ophelia Moon, Ricky Mazzamauro - Memory Fades

R&B/Review Exzenya - Intermittent Love
Exzenya is a genre-defying artist whose sound travels as widely as she does. Although she is based in the USA, she maintains a remote and global lifestyle. Exzenya draws deep inspiration from the cultures, rhythms, and sounds she encounters around the world. Blending pop, rock, jazz, Latin, blues, folk, punk, techno, EDM, R&B, indie, soul, hip-hop, and new wave, she creates music that's bold, exotic, and refreshingly unpredictable.

Folk/Review Mahto and The Loose Balloons - Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Mahto and The Loose Balloons, hailing from Johnson City, United States, is a musical project led mostly by Mahto himself, with a touch of collaboration from his friend Niko Graham, who contributed the song "Crisscross" to the EP, adapted in the Mahto style. Matt Sykes from Downspout Records handled the mixing and mastering of the tracks, resulting in a cohesive and authentic sound.

Pop/Review Aaron Amos - I Feel Numb
Born and raised in Germany, the American-German singer Aaron Amos released his first original music in late 2018, while still trying to figure out which musical direction he wanted to approach. During 2021, the 25-year-old collected some new ideas, which eventually became his second EP with songs like "Nightrides" or "Wildcat." Listening to various groups and genres such as Little Dragon, Roosevelt, GATC, Twin Shadow, and St. Lucia, Aaron is not afraid to experiment with different sounds.

Pop/Review Ava Valianti - Buttercups
Ava Valianti is a 15-year-old singer-songwriter from Newbury, Massachusetts, whose raw, indie-pop sound blends emotional honesty with unforgettable melodies. Since her 2023 debut, she’s released a string of standout singles—including Middle Ground, Distant, and her latest, Buttercups—earning airplay on 200+ radio stations, two New England Music Award nominations, and runner-up honors at the International Acoustic Music Awards.

Hip-Hop/Review Babyboii - Pelham Parkway
Babyboii, hailing from Houston, TX, is making waves in the music scene with his original single "Pelham Parkway." Drawing inspiration from past relationships and his struggles with anxiety, Babyboii's music offers a raw and authentic look into his personal journey. With influences from artists like Ariana Grande, Babyboii's sound encapsulates a unique blend of emotions, creating a captivating listening experience.

Rock/Review The7thGatekeeper - Amulet
The7thGatekeeper, hailing from Barry, South Wales, UK, is a multi-talented artist who writes, arranges, performs, records, and mixes his music.

R&B/Review Jermaine Mickey - All This Love
Jermaine Mickey is a Washington, D.C.-born singer, songwriter, and founding member of the R&B group II D Extreme, known for hits like “Cry No More” and “Up On The Roof.” From touring globally to performing on Soul Train and BET, Jermaine brings decades of soul and passion to every note.

Hip-Hop/Review Nuk - Top Tier
Nuk, hailing from Lansdowne, United States, is a remarkable independent artist who has honed his skills over the years. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Nuk now resides in Delaware County, PA, where he continues to craft his music. With a passion for songwriting that started at the tender age of nine and recording music by 14, Nuk has dedicated years to perfecting his unique sound.

Rock/Review The Crystal Bullets - Heart Of A Whore
Dive into the raw energy and untamed spirit of The Crystal Bullets, a rising force in the world of rock music. Hailing from Colle di Val d'Elsa, in Italy, The Crystal Bullets delivers a potent blend of captivating melodies, explosive riffs, and powerhouse rhythms that defy genre boundaries. With influences ranging from classic rock legends to modern innovators, The Crystal Bullets crafts a sound that is both timeless and contemporary.

Rock/Review The Goldy lockS Band - Talkin to Myself
It is natural in the life of a band for it to change as time passes. Members come and go, styles morph, and attitudes evolve. For most, it is devolution; for a lucky few, an improvement. Far more rarely though is the band that has everything fall into place so perfectly that they become the epitome of what they set out to do. The Goldy lockS Band is one of those rare, blessed exceptions.

Hip-Hop/Review Cuzoh - Do or Die
Cuzoh is a multi-talented rapper, singer, & songwriter from the United States. His extensive body of work is consistent and quite impressive. With music placements on stations such as ESPN, CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, and multiple cable television series, Cuzoh’s talent and versatility as a recording artist are rapidly grabbing the attention of music lovers and tastemakers worldwide.

Electronic/Review LateNightBeatFeast - Transmission Seven
LateNightBeatFeast, an electronic producer based in Cambridge, England, is renowned for exploring the limits of various genres and influences. Drawing inspiration from science fiction and film soundtracks, LateNightBeatFeast creates a unique blend of sounds that captivate and transport the audience.

Pop/Review Exzenya - Scansion
Exzenya is a genre-defying artist whose sound travels as widely as she does. Although she is based in the USA, she maintains a remote and global lifestyle. Exzenya draws deep inspiration from the cultures, rhythms, and sounds she encounters around the world. Blending pop, rock, jazz, Latin, blues, folk, punk, techno, EDM, R&B, indie, soul, hip-hop, and new wave, she creates music that's bold, exotic, and refreshingly unpredictable.

Blues/Review Karim Albert Kook, Édouard Bineau - Roots of Blues
As a young teenager, Karim Albert Kook discovered the guitar by chance: a magical gift from one of his brothers. As a child, he came from Algiers with his family to seek treatment for an illness that confined him to a wheelchair. He found a lifesaving escape in this guitar, which would have a decisive influence on his destiny.

Electronic/Review Max Season - Spring 2025
Max Season is a French music producer and composer with over a decade of experience collaborating with national and international artists. After years working behind the scenes, he now turns to more personal and experimental work. His current projects blend music, visuals, and technology into emotionally driven, conceptual narratives.

Rock/Review New Laconia - Stardust Bear Bazaar, Pt. 2
Welcome to the New Laconia—a universe of sound where portals open, time bends, and stories breathe through music. Born in Ukraine, New Laconia is a progressive rock project that blends sci-fi narratives, emotional depth, and cinematic soundscapes into a seamless experience. Nothing here is accidental. Everything connects.

Folk/Review Moira Chicilo - Poets & the Misfits
Moira Chicilo is a Canadian singer-songwriter living in Vancouver, BC. Moira writes songs that speak to the everlasting pull of place and the relentless journey of life, mixing elements of indie folk like Wilco with ethereal sounds such as Mazzy Star and Portishead. For Moira, the music always starts with the story, reflecting on themes such as loss, the fragility of nature, human connection, and choices.

Rock/Review Wonderlick - Rhinoceros
Wonderlick's two founding members, Jay Blumenfield and Tim Quirk, came together in December 2000 to record free music for a website. The two had previously performed together under different guises (most notably as one half of the smart punk-pop outfit), but this new project resulted in a concept album that was crafted over the course of a year.

Electronic/Review Maexev - I Need You
Marshall, aka Maexev, is an EDM artist from the United States. Known for his melodic approach to electronic music, he explores a wide range of genres with each release. His work is primarily released under the record label Opalescent Sounds, where he continues to captivate audiences with his unique sound and innovative production.