DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
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.
Electronic/Review Bekim! - We Belong Together
Bekim! is a Germany-based music producer and curator creating feel-good electronic and pop music rooted in nostalgia and emotional connection. Active since the 1990s, his journey began with vinyl collecting and mixtape culture before evolving into decades of behind-the-scenes production across multiple genres. His sound blends Eurodance, dance pop, and pop R&B influences with modern production, drawing inspiration from 50s–90s music and early-2000s club culture.
Metal/Review Ben Rankin - Save Your Tears
Ben Rankin is a 21-year-old singer/songwriter from Canberra who attempts to combine his rock/metal influences with his love for pop artists such as Ed Sheeran and Lewis Capaldi.
Jazz/Review B.I.T. - R-Esistenze
Since forming their duo in 2019, saxophonist Danielle Di Majo and pianist Manuela Pasqui have built a musical partnership grounded in shared curiosity, mutual listening, and a refined sense of lyricism. Together, they explore the boundaries between jazz, classical, and contemporary composition, crafting music that feels both intimate and conceptually bold. The name B.I.T. (Back In Time) carries a double meaning…
Rock/Review Ben Reel - Bring It Back to Life
Ben Reel began his music career in 1989 at the age of 17 with his first band, Promised Land, later renamed Trim the Velvet. Formed at Crossmaglen High School during the Troubles, music became an escape from an abnormal reality. The band gained a reputation as a powerful live act across Ireland before disbanding in 1997.
Blues/Review BLUES.NOIR - Främlingar på tåg
That’s the mission statement and vision of BLUES.NOIR hails from the musically acclaimed city of Gothenburg, Sweden (also home to Monolord, At the Gates, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, Graveyard, and countless other bands). As the blues over decades has become ever more stagnant, turned into easy listening, or performed in concert halls, this power trio brings it back to pummeling rhythms, amp volume, and blistering guitar.
Metal/Review Bastion's Wake - Go Tell the Bees
Bastion's Wake, hailing from Wilmington, DE, United States, is a band that has sculpted a unique sound blending melodic death, doom influences, and symphonic power metal. Formed in 2016 by Sami and Ray, the duo's journey evolved as they overcame the challenge of finding the right members to complete their lineup. With the addition of drummer Rob Westbrook and bassist Ben Westbrook in 2019, Bastion's Wake has solidified their sound.
Rock/Review Bog Witch - Mr. Fly
Wendy DuMond is an Atlanta-based singer-songwriter recognized for her evocative storytelling and versatile musical style. Performing both as a solo artist under the moniker Bog Witch and as a member of the Americana ensemble Blackfoot Daisy, Wendy's work often delves into the nuanced experiences of women, weaving compelling narratives across genres.
Folk/Review Brandon Frizzell - Distracted
Brandon Frizzell, hailing from Waukesha, United States, emerges as a poignant voice in the music scene with his latest original single, "Distracted."
Rock/Review Blackout Transmission - Twilight & Resonance
Blackout Transmission is a band formed in Los Angeles, CA, now residing in the Mountain West of the United States, that composes and plays neo-psychedelic rock music with UK shoegaze and darkwave influences.
Folk/Review Benjamin Quartz - Pyromane
Benjamin Quartz - Pyromane
Pop/Review Brendan Pegg - Hard to Find
Brendan Pegg is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He studied music in Boston, Massachusetts, where he played guitar in numerous bands.
Rock/Review Bright Shining Lights - The Sun Is A Star
Bright Shining Lights is a band from NJ. Their goal is to write music that evokes the imagination. Anchored in storytelling, they aim to take the audience on a musical journey. Their love of film and music fuels their musical fire to create a visual journey through music.
Folk/Review Block - Lead Me Not Into Penn Station
Block belongs to a unique category of artists—a pioneering force behind the anti-folk movement, his influence can be felt in every corner of modern indie and lo-fi songwriting. Instead of riding the wave of a genre, he helped create one.
Blues/Review Blues Corner - Piggy Bank Blues
Blues Corner plays some modern blues influenced by the three Kings (Albert King, Freddy King, and B.B. King) and enriched with chiseled harmonies typical of the more recent generation of bluesmen. Phil Roman, the guitarist-singer, and Seb Oroval, on keyboards, founded Blues Corner in 2020.