DISCOVERING THE NEW MUSIC UNDERGROUND AROUND THE GLOBE
Metal/Review Ten Ton Devil - Bad Hombres
Ten Ton Devil is the uncompromising sonic vehicle of The Mighty Caputo, a Wilmington, NC-based artist who refuses to be constrained by genre conventions or political correctness. Operating primarily as a studio project with occasional contributions from anonymous collaborators, Ten Ton Devil represents a fearless approach to extreme music that draws from the raw energy of early thrash pioneers like Overkill, Exodus, and Megadeth while forging its own caustic path.
Rock/Review Tom Minor - Bureau of Change
Hailing from London N1, singer-songwriter Tom Minor feels inspired by indie rock, new wave and punk, power pop, psychedelic and garage rock, soul, and R&B. After several years of all kinds of hack writing for others Minor now focuses on his own brand of existential indie, gathering high praise all across the blogosphere for his albums Eleven Easy Pieces on Anger & Disappointment and Ten New Toe-Tappers for Shoplifting & Self-Mutilation.
Pop/Review Teanko - We still believe the voice
Teanko is the recording project of Dutch singer-songwriter Theo Konst, now based in Portugal, creating melodic pop, rock, and indie music built around authentic songwriting and modern production.
Hip-Hop/Review The Black Plague Doctors - DYNAMITE! (Audio Cinema)
The Black Plague Doctors are an Atlanta-based collective pushing the boundaries of lo-fi hip-hop through their uncompromising DIY approach. Comprised of Jo-Fi and St. Gabe, the duo centres their creative process around live instrumentation—guitar and bass—layered over drum machines, an SP404 sampler, and various musical hardware, all captured on a humble digital 8-track. The Black Plague Doctors have carved out a distinctive sonic territory that embraces imperfection as an art form.
Folk/Review The Storm Windows - Fiona (Live from Tank Recording Studio)
The Storm Windows are an Americana band. Formerly mainstays in the Greenwich Village music scene, the band members took a hiatus to pursue some other things but are now back with a mixed repertoire of original Americana, alt-country, and rock songs and newly reimagined versions of classics or should-be classics.
Electronic/Review Turtuga Collective - Sintura
Turtuga Productions is an independent music company built around one philosophy: legacy over noise. Instead of chasing trends, they develop timeless music and long-term artist careers. Rooted in Curaçao and based in the Netherlands, they blend Afro House, Afrobeat, and global rhythms into cinematic, emotional records that connect cultures. Every release is treated as a long-term asset rather than disposable content, with a focus on authentic storytelling, world-class production, and meaningful collaborations across continents.
Electronic/Review TomSki-Tomasz Stefanski - Light in the fog
Tomski-Tomasz Stefanski is an independent composer, producer, and electronic music artist creating atmospheric instrumental music that blends cinematic soundscapes, electronic textures, and experimental elements. Working entirely independently, he handles every stage of the creative process, from composition and arrangement to production and release. His music focuses on storytelling through sound, combining deep emotion, immersive synth layers, and memorable melodies. His tracks have been featured on Radio Equinoxe alongside works by influential electronic music pioneers such as Jean-Michel Jarre, Vangelis, and Kraftwerk.
Country/Review The Breakman Holiday Singers - Boom Boom
Terry Breakman is a Connecticut-based country-rock songwriter and producer who infuses a life of varied adventure and experience into commercial, enjoyable songs that connect with an audience diverse in age, background, and musical taste.
Rock/Review Trophic Cascade - Cool Zep
Trophic Cascade is the musical project of Peter Marsh, a multi-instrumentalist based in the coastal town of Bulli, New South Wales, where the ocean meets lush Australian rainforest. Working from his home studio surrounded by this inspiring natural environment, Marsh is a true one-man band who writes, performs, and records all instruments himself—from piano and guitars to bass, congas, live drums, and vocals.
Metal/Review The Lazz - The Descent
"The Lazz" is a high-concept metal project led by Ben Lazzaro, a veteran composer and guitarist with over 40 years of performance experience (est. 1982). Lazzaro is not only a seasoned musician but also a formally trained visual artist, holding an Associate of Science in Visual Communication (Honors) and bringing 13 years of professional experience as a 3D digital artist in the video game industry.
Rock/Review The Tacet Mode - Not How You Color
The Tacet Mode is the artistic persona of Morristown-based musician and songwriter Brian Connolly, who has emerged from years of technical training to present his deeply personal debut LP. Drawing influence from iconic artists including Talk Talk, David Bowie, Depeche Mode, Radiohead, and Tears for Fears, Connolly has crafted a sound that fuses nostalgic 80s aesthetics with contemporary indie rock sensibilities.
Rock/Review The Forrius - Power of Rebirth
The Forrius is an international rock band led by vocalist Bruno Pickford, blending hard-hitting riffs, cinematic atmosphere, and emotionally charged storytelling. Formed by musicians from the UK, Germany, France, Greece, and Italy, the band unites powerful vocals, dramatic guitars, symphonic textures, and explosive rhythm into a signature, larger-than-life sound. The director, lyricist, and composer is Valentin Seplyarsky.
Hip-Hop/Review The DMV - Cappin'
The DMV, also known as the Demented Musical Verbalizer, is a lyric-driven artist originally from Washington D.C./Va. who has brought his unique East Coast hybrid style to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Through his music, The DMV delves into the experiences and stories he encounters in South Florida, leaving no tale untold. With a knack for storytelling and a distinct voice, The DMV captivates audiences with his raw and authentic approach to hip-hop.
Rock/Review tcr! - Yesterday Blurs
tcr! - Yesterday Blurs
Rock/Review Tár - Dancing On The Event Horizon
Hailing from Szczecin, Poland, Tár builds their sound on a foundation of alternative rock and metal, enriched by desert rock, stoner-doom, shoegaze, and grunge. Their self-coined "nostalgic gaze" channels the energy of the ’90s alternative guitar scene into a modern, deeply atmospheric experience.
Rock/Review The Forever Takeback - Breath Again (Semi-Stripped)
Hailing from Shreveport, United States, The Forever Takeback is a deeply introspective solo project that channels raw emotion into therapeutic soundscapes. Drawing inspiration from the confessional intimacy of Dashboard Confessional, the atmospheric depths of Manchester Orchestra, and the vulnerable artistry of Matt Maeson and Bon Iver, this artist crafts music that serves as both personal catharsis and universal connection.
Pop/Review Teto - About me and you
Emerging from Cainta, Rizal, Philippines, Teto represents a bold new voice in contemporary music, crafting socially conscious anthems that challenge listeners to reimagine the world around them. The creative force behind Teto comes from the songwriting partnership of Jasper and Angel Nicolas, who channel their observations of modern society's dangers and challenges into powerful musical statements.
Pop/Review Tonje Gravningsmyhr - Maze
Tonje Gravningsmyhr is a songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist from Moss, Norway. She sings and plays the trumpet, flugelhorn, and piano and has carved out a distinctive space in the Norwegian music landscape with her warm, intimate vocals and signature brass tones.
Rock/Review tcr! - On Vancouver Island
tcr! - On Vancouver Island
Rock/Review The Shrubs - Let Us In
The Shrubs are a psychedelic Texas-based outfit that doesn’t enjoy the stale, homogenized output that is being fed to us via mainstream entertainment media.