Imagine what it would be like to have a different name, identity and background while living your life. Your success depends on forging relationships with some of the most dangerous individuals imaginable and spotting dishonesty when you've been living under a false name for months. Pamela Barnum spent years carrying it out while working undercover in the Drug Enforcement Section. She... read full bio
Wesley Joseph, a multidisciplinary artist, compares songwriting to filmmaking because he visualizes scenes and colors, creates the perfect tone and creates the right emotional arc. Joseph's two greatest passions are music and filmmaking. He began creating DIY videos to amuse himself and his pals while growing up in a tiny town in the UK, but film came first. But when he relocated to... read full bio
Rosie Darling is a rising star in the indie-pop genre, known for her introspective and emotional songwriting. With her debut EP "Coping" on Nettwerk Records, Rosie has proven that she is a true force in the music world. Her music is a reflection of her own growth and experiences, and she invites her listeners to connect with her on a... read full bio
With "Lost Without You," Spyres showcase their songwriting prowess and eloquently capture a crucial phase of adolescence: the time when your best friend finds a new partner and the dynamic changes, forcing the two of you to forge your own new paths independently for the duration of that relationship. Here, the soft harmonies of Emily Downie and Kiera McGuire provide... read full bio
Despite not coming from a musical family, Edie has always found comfort in poetry. When she was barely 10 years old, she started creating her own songs, drawing inspiration from the musicians her dad used to play in the vehicle, including Bruce Springsteen and Dolly Parton. By the time she was 13, Edie was itching to start performing, so she... read full bio
Sanni M'Mairura is a talented singer and musician who rose to prominence as a contestant on Season 12 of American Idol. Sanni first caught the attention of audiences with his powerful and soulful audition performance in San Antonio, where he sang "Who's Lovin' You" by The Miracles. His performance impressed the judges, who all voted "yes," sending him to the... read full bio
Truett Heintzelman and Philip Lupton's initiative called Briscoe is based in Austin. Philip founded Briscoe during his senior year of high school to serve as a platform for his own music. Truett joined the band after the redheaded pair met at The University of Texas, making them an official unit. The two have together issued an EP called "Briscoe EP." A... read full bio
After nearly giving up on music altogether, talented singer-songwriter Arlo McKinley released his debut solo album on John Prine's Oh Boy records. His story is one of hope and sincerity and he is living proof that great songs will eventually reach the right ears, even if it takes time. Die Midwestern, McKinley's debut, is firmly anchored in street soul, country, punk and gospel and is inspired... read full bio
Before they ever played their first gig, WSTR was signed to independent American label No Sleep Records thanks to their rapid rise in the UK pop-punk scene. The Liverpool-based band, which consists of vocalist Sammy Clifford, bassist Alex Tobijanski and guitarists Kieren Alder and Danny Swift, listed American bands like blink-182, Sum 41 and New Found Glory among their key influences. Along... read full bio
The A's are Alexandra Sauser-Monnig and Amelia Meath. The duo's debut album, FRUIT, features strange, outlandish cosmic cowboy tunes that are performed on guitar, hair, ice, nylon shorts, gravel and other instruments. Longtime friends and partners' brand-new project is contemplative, immersive and illustrative with a strong, completely realized artistic vision — a joyous explosion that is both seductive and peaceful at the... read full bio
Zuzu embodies what it means to be a millennial artist; she is a front woman who exudes confidence, as well as a songwriter, producer, director, actor and comic book illustrator. She also stars in and directs all of her videos, records a sizable portion of her music at her home studio in Liverpool and enjoys collecting vintage guitars. Her willingness to push the envelope... read full bio
Leonard Simbarashe Rwodzi, also known as S1mba, is a Zimbabwean-born British singer-songwriter and rapper. With roots in both Zimbabwe and England, S1mba has a unique blend of cultural influences that shine through in his music. Growing up in Zimbabwe, S1mba was first exposed to music through traditional instruments like the djembe and marimba. Later, after moving to England, he honed... read full bio
William Black is a gifted musician whose tunes are noted for their originality and emotional intensity. William has rapidly risen to the top of the music scene thanks to his passion for writing songs that touch on significant issues like depression, addiction, love, and loss. William's artistic creations are forward-thinking and significant since they are inspired by the natural world around... read full bio
Nat Myers has a casual, unplugged aesthetic. Though he'll be the first to admit it isn't his own, he is an artist who uses an effervescent and genuine candor to take listeners back to a bygone era. Before discovering the sound he projects, he busked as a street performer to find folks who know old styles. Nat, a "roots and... read full bio
Kiely Connell is a transplant from the rustbelt to Nashville, Tennessee. Kiely finds inspiration in the hardworking residents of her hometown neighborhood in the Midwest. "Kiely's songs walk a tightrope," one of her contemporaries said. "They plant each step equally with the elegance at the heart of folk music, and the unshakable assurance of a seasoned rock and roll spirit." You... read full bio
The voice of Kassi Valazza is thick and golden bright. It is vaporous and exhilarating, swirling around in your thoughts like whisky in a snifter. Pedal steel and electric guitar lope along at half-time for the most of Dear Dead Days, with the in-tune rhythm section booming from the low end. Southwest-born musicians consistently offer a languid ease—the slow tempo... read full bio
Griffin William Sherry's roots in the ever-evolving Folk, Americana and Rock & Roll genres continue to grow strong as he lives midway between contemporary catharsis and American myth. Griffin's rustic upbringing in New England serve as inspiration for his songs. As a result, he creates a singular characteristic sound that is visceral, genuine, powerful and passionate, with each song having its own... read full bio
Ben Friars-Funkhouser had been singing and playing in bands since he was was a child, thus the beginning of fish narc was a clear break from those activities. After learning how to use Ableton Live, Ben joined Thraxxhouse and Gothboiclique and started incorporating his rock songwriting and guitar playing into his beatmaking and production. His final work, Goth Angel Sinner, was... read full bio
Softee is Nina Grollman's stage name and it's not simply a satirical homage to the cheap, soft-serve juggernaut; it's also an earnest, albeit occasionally painful, description of the Brooklyn-based artist's attitude to both love and music. The artist found solace in her emotions and soothed herself in influences of R&B, funk, hip hop and the pure melodrama of 80s pop, not to mention... read full bio
The UK's KiLLOWEN is a London native who packs a powerful punch with his mellow hip-hop vibes. Producer, songwriter and guitarist KiLLOWEN plays the keyboards as well. He has a couple tunes listed on Soundcloud and some radio play in his hometown. He released "Solar", a brand-new track that ideally will serve as a turning point for the rest of his budding career. In... read full bio
