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.
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.
Electronic/Review Bodo Bifroest - À Travers Paris
Bodo Bifroest is a genre-blending artist combining modern production with atmospheric sound and a cross-genre approach. Inspired by the Bifröst of Norse mythology—the bridge between worlds—he positions himself as a musical wanderer between styles, perspectives, and moods, crossing boundaries rather than following them.
Hip-Hop/Review Black Silver, HardMoney - Void Where Inhibited
Black Silver (The Navigator), also known as Silver Synth, is an accomplished American rapper, booking agent, and businessman. With a diverse range of talents and a strong presence in the music industry, he has made significant contributions as the CFO of the independent record label Sterling World Records. Black Silver is a notable member of several hip hop groups, including The Analog Brothers, Black Ice (with Ice T), and the supergroup Concrete Babiez.
Pop/Review Brandon Watson - Watch Me Work
Brandon Watson is a pop/rock artist and songwriter known for his debut single “Moment” and award-winning short film. His project “House of Mirrors” explores mental health with powerful lyrics. Texas-born and based in Franklin, TN, he writes, sings, and produces his music.
Jazz/Review Beat the Drum - Try a little bit harder
From experimental electronica to nu jazz-tinged trip hop, London duo Beat the Drum evoke an attractively strange magic that is all their own. Their experience as independent makers of beautiful, evocative soundscapes continues to evolve with each new release.
Hip-Hop/Review Busydakid - Heron Wave 3
Busydakid is an independent recording artist blending grime, rap, and melodic trap into a distinctive sound built on authenticity, storytelling, and versatility. Drawing inspiration from real-life experiences, his music combines sharp lyricism, memorable flows, and emotional depth, creating records that connect with listeners on a personal level.
Rock/Review Baïki - KosmoX
Baïki is a rather committed Belgian rock band and has been for 3 albums, 1 EP and a set of singles already. The lyrics, sometimes in French, sometimes in English and sometimes even in Polish or Spanish, are often frontal because how could it be otherwise? For Baïki, a song must necessarily carry a message, be the reflection of a social analysis. Baïki comes from the Polish word "bajki", which means "tales, stories". None of this is real, though, on second thoughts.
Punk/Review Bangers12 - Christian punk rock for the lost
Hailing from Brisbane, Australia, Bangers12 is a Christian punk rock artist whose music is forged from the fires of personal transformation. After experiencing salvation through Jesus while recovering from drug abuse in a mental ward, Bangers12 has channelled their journey through addiction, mental health battles, and spiritual redemption into raw, unfiltered punk anthems. Their sound carries the rebellious energy and catchy hooks of pop punk icons like Blink-182, but with a message that reaches directly into the darkness to offer hope, grace, and purpose.
Pop/Review Brook Fox - Everybody's in Love
Brook Fox was featured as Gigslutz's 'Track Of The Day' and added to the 'This Feeling' Best New Bands Playlist. The tracks also featured in the music press courtesy of The Alternative Nation, Voxwave Magazine, Digital High, Scientists of Sound, Nation Cymru, Broken 8, Occhi Magazine, The Beat.ie, Fomo Magazine, MBW Playlist, The Other Side Reviews, Carteblanche Music, and a very nice mention in the highly regarded 'Clash Magazine.'
Rock/Review Block - Love Crash
Block has always broken boundaries while setting standards for commercial and critical success, but it’s his willingness to be authentic, intimate, and intelligent in his work—and his life—that has set him apart.
Hip-Hop/Review Billy Chuck Da Goat - Mirror To Myself
Billy Chuck Da Goat is a Charlotte-based independent artist and creator blending hip-hop, southern soul, cinematic storytelling, and world-building into his growing Goatville universe. Known for emotionally reflective records, striking visuals, and a unique Western-inspired aesthetic, Billy Chuck combines music, characters, comedy, and film-inspired concepts into one evolving creative world. Drawing inspiration from real-life struggles, ambition, self-reflection, and Southern culture, his work balances raw honesty with larger-than-life presentation.
Rock/Review Bruce Engler - The Silver Lining
Bruce Engler, a singer-songwriter originally based in New Jersey and performing primarily in New York City, is now transplanted to the New England Seacoast. Drawing inspiration from legendary artists like Eric Clapton, Crowded House, and Pete Townshend has influenced both guitar style and songwriting. Former member of NYC's Bang the Drum and NJ's DownTown Mystic. Past releases have been graced by members of Paul McCartney’s Wings, Ian Hunter’s Rant Band, and Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band.
Punk/Review Boilermen - A 1000 Words on Sound
Boilermen are a three-piece art punk, post-punk band from Leicester, UK. Forced to be in a band by their wives, boilers. In their two-year existence, they have mutated into a quick, song, quick-witted band. Constantly trying to surprise themselves as well as their audience.
Electronic/Review Beat the Drum - Wonderland
London duo Chris Calloway and Steve Murrell write, produce, and perform as Beat the Drum. They are eclectic in nature, combining their influences into their evolving sound. Obsessed by the creative process, they constantly make new music and videos.
Electronic/Review Brooklynzhen - Light of the Dead
Brooklynzhen, the musical alias of Glasgow-based artist Allan McCafferty, is a versatile musician, producer, and developer. With a background in death metal and drum machines, Brooklynzhen has transitioned into the realms of underground house and techno, drawing inspiration from influential figures such as Sub Club DJs, Homework by Daft Punk, and the French underground house scene. In a world where diversity and division coexist, Brooklynzhen's music aims to create moments and memories that uplift spirits, making underground, grimey house music the sanctuary of happiness.
Pop/Review Betty Moon - Strangely Beautiful
Betty Moon’s music draws influence from underground sounds ranging from rock, soul, punk, electronic, and electro-pop, blending empowering energy with soulful vocals and bold production. Known for her dynamic sound and fearless creativity, she continues to push boundaries while connecting with listeners worldwide. Her music has been featured in numerous film and television projects, including Californication, Dexter, Bounty Hunters, Teen Mom: Young & Pregnant, Walking the Dead, and Last Gasp. Moon also founded Evolver Music Inc., building a platform for her projects and collaborations.
Metal/Review Bedlam1547 - Summoning Mind
Bedlam1547 - Summoning Mind
Rock/Review Block - Over And Over
Block has broken boundaries while setting standards for commercial and critical success from the beginning of his career—his influence can be felt in every corner of modern indie, folk-punk, and lo-fi songwriting, alongside contemporaries Regina Spektor, Beck, The Moldy Peaches, and Ani DiFranco.
Rock/Review Books Of Moods - Fashion Romance
Books Of Moods, an indie art-rock sensation helmed by Hugo Sailer, encapsulates the vibrant musical spirit of Paris. This innovative project melts the essence of rock, indie, art rock, and pop into a harmonious blend that transports listeners through time and space. Drawing upon the rich influences of iconic musicians such as David Bowie, Arcade Fire, Sales, and Crumb, Books Of Moods crafts a sound that echoes the eclectic energy of the '60s, '70s, and early 2000s.