Discovering the new music underground around the globe

Rock/Review Mike Masser - 5
Mike Masser spent the early ‘00s in a rock band that was able to carve out a piece of local success. After that, he went on to play in several cover bands because as a guitarist, he couldn’t stay away from the stage. After some time he was burnt out and spent a decade focusing his attention everywhere but music. He couldn’t stay away forever, though, and decided to pick back up not only his guitar but also his voice.

Rock/Review Mars_999 - V Zákrutách
Emerging Slovak artist Mars_999 just dropped V Zákrutách (“In the Curves”), the latest single from his upcoming debut album—a hypnotic, slow-burn indie track that blurs the lines between dream pop intimacy, experimental alt-rock, and DIY grit.

Pop/Review Mike Stewart Theory - It Reaches Us
Mike Stewart Theory, also known as Mikey2Hats, hails from Austin, United States, delivering a unique blend of psychedelic and indietronic vibes with a groovy 80's soul twist. The band members, including Marcus Praed on the Moog synth and Julio Figueroa on drums, joined forces with Mike to create their latest original single, "It Reaches Us."

A Timeless Piano Ballad with Modern Soul
Michael Lawson is a Birmingham (AL)-based singer-songwriter with a diverse musical palate. His debut work, Side 2, is an Americana gem that was heralded by Jeff Berger of Americana Highways, among other music scribes, for its timeless feel and hooks. His follow-up, "Captain Americana," saw Michael gain his first national airplay on non-com stations for the songs "Moonshine" and "Heaven with Me."

Metal/Review Michael Goldberg - Dorian's Dance (Midnight Metal Remix)
Michael Goldberg began piano studies in the fall of 2022 at the age of 56 and was surprised to find himself composing and recording original music. His inaugural piece, Awakening, sparked a run of works that crystalized into his debut album, Carnival of Lights (September 2024), an atmospheric blend of neoclassical and ambient textures underscored by cinematic orchestration. Currently working on the NightFall series, which has been streamed on Enya radio.

Mitch Linker's “If I’m Being Honest” Is a Quietly Loud Statement
Mitch Linker is a Connecticut-based singer/songwriter who composes lush, melodic, wistful, 70s-influenced pop rock. Fans of artists such as Elton John, REM, Rufus Wainwright, Fountains of Wayne, Ron Sexsmith, Matthew Sweet, and Squeeze will surely enjoy his thoughtful yet instantly hummable melodies, distinct voice, and rich production.

Rock/Review Medivh - Fires Of The Blue Moon
Medivh is an Italian art rock duo, a beautiful and cursed creature forged together by brothers Emmanuele and Tommaso out of crushing guitars, sweet melodies, and electronic noise. Working out of their studio in the rolling hills of Tuscany, the brothers create immersive soundscapes that shift between unrelentingly explosive barrages and dreamlike textures with precision and verve.
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Electronic/Review Michael Backstage - LifeTime (2025 Master) [feat. Jenna Cogan]
Michael Backstage is an electronic music producer and storyteller, known for crafting cinematic, vocal-driven tracks that blend trance, EDM, and emotional soundscapes.

Techno/Review Mike Galvin - La Energía
Mike Galvin began his musical journey with classical training before being drawn into the underground rave scene in Dublin, Ireland, in the 2000s after a brief spell playing in indie bands. Further inspiration was drawn from an appreciation of jazz and improvisational styles, epic movie scores, and the kinetic beats of the Berlin and Detroit house music and techno scenes before a move to Toronto in 2015.

Electronic/Review Miss Giulls - Hey Mr. DJ, turn it up (Radio Edit)
Miss Giulls - Hey Mr. DJ, turn it up (Radio Edit)

Hip-Hop/Review Mr. Rockstar - All Day (Studio Mix)
Mr. Rockstar is an artist from Charleston, SC.

Classical/Review Mary Beth Orr - The Singing Horn
Mary Beth Orr is a passionate classical hornist and folk vocal artist intent on bringing connection through music, most recently a finalist for The American Prize in instrumental performance 2023. The chosen medium of her classical horn and solo voice combines with the rich and soulful traditional melodies of her Appalachian heritage, creating a poignant musical journey of the human spirit.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pop/Review Mick J. Clark - Anuther Sunny Hulliday
Mick J. Clark is a singer/songwriter on the Sonorus Record Label with over 1,000,000 Spotify streams on his songs; he reached No. 3 in the UK and No. 2 in the USA iTunes Top 100 Rock Songs in June 2020 with: We Know It's True. He has written over 60 songs, of which 54 are being played by Emerge Music in shops, and with two songs on the ‘Goa Chillout Zone Vol. 9’ album, which reached No. 1 in the iTunes Electronic Chart.

Rock/Review Maverick Smith - We Make Fire, They Make Smoke
Maverick Smith is a genre-blending rock band known for their raw, live-recorded energy and a sound that defies easy classification. Blending indie and classic rock with orchestral textures, southern blues grit, and experimental edge, their music is built on authenticity, connection, and sonic exploration.

Hip-Hop/Review Miles Nxbxdy - I'll Be Okay
Hailing from New Jersey, Miles Nxbxdy is a raw storyteller whose music hits like a gut punch—dark, unflinching, and deeply personal. After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, he channeled the chaos, pain, and clarity of that experience into his debut album, a haunting sonic journey that refuses to flinch from the truth.

Electronic/Review Marek De Vann - Il Fuggiasco / A Mano Armata (feat. Paolo Apollo Negri)
From the immersive atmosphere of film scores to the retro charm of 80s and 90s arcade music, Marek De Vann's work is a journey through diverse soundscapes designed to stir emotion and ignite nostalgia.