DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Rock/Review Luka & the Nightbirds - Last Resort
Luka & the Nightbirds hails from Metz, France, offering a unique blend of musical heritage and resilience. With a childhood immersed in the sounds of Chopin, Debussy, Duke Ellington, and the Beatles, Luka's musical journey began early on, evolving into a passion for Abbey Road at just 6 years old. Following a successful solo career with Mercury/Universal, including chart-topping hits like "Rêves polyesters" and "Je ne pars pas sans toi," Luka embraces a new chapter with the band, channeling his artistic fire and creativity into the project alongside longtime collaborators.
Electronic/Review Le Comité Restreint - Révolution
Le Comité Restreint, based in Paris, France, is a unique artistic collective blending music, poetry, and visual arts. Founded in 2017 by Sabine Bouyala and Léo Pouzoulet, the group expanded to include Geneviève Gleize, Max Imbert, and Jérémy Mahieu, creating a rich and sensory universe where the personal meets the political.
Electronic/Review SLAPPER - Hope
SLAPPER is the electronic project of Bucharest-based producer Claudiu‑Gabriel Tache, fusing retro synth nostalgia with modern melodic techno, trance, and atmospheric electronica. Active since the late ’90s, SLAPPER builds immersive, cinematic soundscapes shaped by emotion and storytelling.
Sleeper Signal Builds Serious Buzz With 2025 Songs and a 2026 Album on the Horizon
Hailing from the heart of Music City, Sleeper Signal fuses southern grit with alt-rock fire. Known for their electrifying stage presence and emotionally charged anthems, the band continues to break barriers and build momentum with each release.
A Working-Class Country Anthem with Real Bite
Cheyanne Summer is a rising Canadian country artist with a timeless voice and vintage flair, blending heartfelt storytelling with modern country-pop appeal. Kicking off a strong 2025, her single “Prom Queen” landed on Spotify’s “Fresh Finds Canada” editorial playlist, and her debut EP release drew over 200 fans to a packed hometown event in Calgary. With undeniable stage presence and songwriting rooted in honesty, Cheyanne is one to watch on the country music horizon. Her sound blends throwback charm with modern energy—authentic, compelling, and built for the stage.
Hip-Hop/Review Deadfaced Ghost - V2 Fuel
Based in Detroit, United States, Deadfaced Ghost is a versatile artist with a rich musical background. Drawing inspiration from iconic figures like Wu-Tang, Nas, Timbaland, and Just Blaze, Deadfaced Ghost's journey in music production began in 1999.
Metal/Review Apeiron Bound - Astral Reflection - Rebirth (feat. Jack Kosto, viile & Centerless)
Apeiron Bound is a progressive metal project blending cinematic soundscapes, genre-bending compositions, and deep philosophical storytelling. At its core is composer and guitarist Andrew Stout, whose vision drives the band’s boundary-defying fusion of progressive metal, extreme music, and orchestral textures.
Punk/Review Ramblin' Vision - Under the Sun
Ramblin' Vision - Under the Sun
Punk/Review ViperSnatch - Sweet Melodies
ViperSnatch is Lily, Riley, and Kailee—a Riot Grrrl trio characterized by powerful, break-your-heart vocals over punk-rock-inspired chord progressions; expressive, provocative bass playing; and dynamic, visceral drumming. ViperSnatch was formed in 2018 in Central Queensland, Australia, bringing a female perspective to the local alternative music scene.
Metal/Review The7thGatekeeper - Around This Edge Together
The7thGatekeeper, hailing from Barry, South Wales, UK, is a solo artist who is the mastermind behind his original album "Around This Edge Together." Influenced by bold and unapologetic music, his sound is a blend of heavy guitar music with softer reflective elements, drawing inspiration from the likes of Slipknot, Muse, Korn, and Tool, as well as Americana artists such as Jason Isbell, Brandi Clark, and Tyler Childers.
Country/Review Omer Netzer - Holiday Blues
Born in Nahariya, a coastal town in northern Israel, Omer Netzer grew up in his family’s music shop, surrounded by sounds from Johnny Cash to B.B. King. Music became both his passion and lifeline, especially during wartime. His path led him to serve as a combat medic and later as an equine therapist, using horses to help trauma survivors heal. Netzer’s debut album, Goodbye Song, produced three Israeli radio hits and launched him across Europe, including performances alongside global stars like Kendrick Lamar and Mumford & Sons.
Pop/Review Shelita - I'm So In Love With You
Shelita is an international pop artist from Seattle whose journey blends resilience, reinvention, and music that transcends borders. She first rose to prominence with her innovative fusion of pop, electronic, and global sounds, earning features in Billboard, Forbes, and NPR. Her songs have reached millions of streams worldwide, charted on Billboard, and connected with audiences from Los Angeles to Morocco, Paris, and Tokyo.
Pop/Review Mark Anthony Bartolo - Shooting Star
Mark Anthony Bartolo is a Maltese singer-songwriter, guitarist, and music teacher whose sound blends emotional storytelling with melodic indie-pop and acoustic textures. With experience in national competitions such as the Malta Eurovision Song Contest and X Factor Malta, Mark continues to grow as an independent artist, creating heartfelt songs that connect through honesty and atmosphere. His music combines intimate vocals, expressive guitar work, and cinematic elements, offering listeners a warm, relatable, and authentic sound.
Country/Review Clinton Belcher - Save Me From Myself
Clinton Belcher is a quintessential country rock storyteller, with a sound that draws on the heartland honesty of Johnny Cash and the raw spirit of Elvis Presley. His extensive catalog, featuring albums like Last Call Blues, Highways & Heartaches, and River to Redemption, establishes him as an artist who chronicles the American experience with a guitar in hand.
Metal/Review Dead Gray - Elliptic
Dead Gray is a post-grunge metal band from Budapest. Their core theme is letting go, and they treat songs, shows, and visuals as one circle, using symbols of gray such as mist, stone, smoke, weathered metal, and pale skies to mirror life’s endings and releases. They write about mental health and loss with care, aiming for music that feels uplifting and cathartic even when it looks into dark rooms.
Rock/Review Hellkern Warriors - Helkern Warriors
Hellkern Warriors is an international darkwave/gothic rock project founded in 2025. The band unites musicians from Italy, Germany, and Colombia, merging analog synths, shadowy guitar lines, and driving rhythms into a cinematic and darkly atmospheric sound—both intimate and powerful.
Rock/Review ORFIN - Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)
ORFIN, a solo multi-instrumentalist hailing from NYC, has poured his passion for heavy music into his latest original single, "Protect The King (Danny’s Song) (Ft. Tyler Lyon)."
Country/Review Jens Gustavson - Vissa dagar
For nearly 30 years, the Swedish singer/songwriter Jens Gustavson has composed, recorded, and released his own music on CD, vinyl, and digitally. With various bands, or solo, he has performed at numerous parties, pubs, events, and festivals in Sweden over the years. For example, Storsjöyran, Urkult, and Svarttorpsfestivalen. His previous band, Andras Ungar, were often praised for their rowdy and sweaty performances. Musically, Jens belongs to the alternative scene.
Hip-Hop/Review Trav B Ryan - Red Stars
Trav B Ryan will rap for vibes. The talents of this New York–based artist shine through every song he releases. With a distinctive voice and an even more distinctive flow, Trav has carved out a space that’s entirely his own—earning features on ComicBook.com, GrungeCake, The Girls at the Rock Show, and even a spotlight appearance on MSNBC’s The Beat with Ari Melber.
Rock/Review The Vigilante - Tell Me
The Vigilante stands at the intersection of retro rebellion and digital decay—a sonic vigil in the age of machines. Drawing influence from Depeche Mode’s brooding electronics, David Bowie’s shapeshifting glam, and the industrial tension of Nine Inch Nails, The Vigilante resurrects 80’s synth-rock with a modern, cinematic edge.