An organ is playing below a twangy, overdriven Western guitar. Occasionally a dark synth is added to the mix. You can refer to it as independent music or "fuzz folk." It's difficult to find parallels with "Big Thief in German," "early Tocotronic, but later," or "Isolation Berlin from Vienna." The enigmatic, lyrically poetic German lyrics are a loud, direct confrontation... read full bio
Maia Friedman, Oliver Hill, and Dan Molad's project Coco started out as a kind of experiment: three friends writing songs just for the fun of writing music. The band says, "There's a mutual admiration and trust among us." "It permits the 'first thought, best thought' mindset." Their diverse and extensive personal creative backgrounds, including work with Lucius, Pavo Pavo, and... read full bio
As half of the newly formed U.K. electronic duo AlunaGeorge, singer/songwriter Aluna Francis expands on the sound of the group to explore more varied dance-pop territory as a solo artist. Her first release, Renaissance, was stylistically fluid. Over the next few years, she released a number of hits, such as "Forget About Me," "Nowhere to Hide," and "Killing Me." Francis was... read full bio
The enigmatic Hamburg, Germany-based steel pan group Bacao Rhythm & Steel Band has developed a cult following all over the world. They established a high standard for themselves with a number of iconic 7"s and three highly regarded full-length albums, and it's obvious they plan to raise it even more with this latest release. Bacao is back with their fourth... read full bio
Charlotte, a native of Leeds, has a background in electronic music and has collaborated with several reputable dance music producers. She has a clear preference for all things drum and bass. She is the creator of some of the most thrilling and well-received vocal experiments in dance music of late, and among many others, she has written and performed with... read full bio
Quin's love of house music began in the early 1990s, when he was influenced by the Chicago / New York House sound. Dennis purchased his first vinyl records, which included Kerri Chandler, Todd Terry, and Masters At Work. Dennis is a true curator of undiscovered sounds that he uses in his current production work. The modern worldwide house movement is adapting... read full bio
American musician Craig Owens is well-known for his varied career in the alternative music genre. Owens has had a profound influence on the post-hardcore genre. He is best recognized for being the former main vocalist of the band Chiodos. His unique voice and poignant performances came to be associated with Chiodos's rise to fame. In addition to his work with Chiodos,... read full bio
Three older Chicagoans who today live in Los Angeles are Open Mike Eagle, Video Dave, and STILL RIFT, collectively known as Previous Industries. These guys discovered a strategy to get around the difficulty of making new friends in a place where transplants frequently complain that they have trouble making previous ties. Following the establishment of that relationship, they appeared to... read full bio
Originating from the West Midlands, Orange River Remedy compose, record, and perform music that is frequently infused with nostalgia from the 1960s and 1970s. They infuse psychedelic, three-part harmonies, and strong guitars into a fantastic modern, post-pandemic age. They have recently opened for acts like Dub Pistols and Tankus The Henge while touring the UK. As a relatively young band, the... read full bio
Australian-Filipino musician daine, who is from Melbourne, is the new soundtrack for a generation of disillusioned people trying to make their way through a harsh and cruel world. Having an almost compulsive love for midwestern emo, as evidenced by songs like "Tigers Jaw," "Sunny Day Real Estate," "American Football," and others, daine transforms these throwback allusions into something more forward-looking.... read full bio
Son of Chicago blues legend Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie Baker Brooks is a blues royalty who has shared the stage with some of the greatest blues musicians of all time, including BB King, Buddy Guy, Albert Collins, Koko Taylor, and blues rock icon Eric Clapton. Ronnie performs at prestigious festivals all over the world and was the featured performer at the... read full bio
Richmond, Virginia-based musician Jack Wharff comes next on that list of up-and-coming country stars. With the support of his group, the Tobacco Flatts, the multi-talented singer-songwriter is poised for success. Wharff shared a video of himself singing and playing guitar with Garrett and Ryan of the Tobacco Flatts on social media. The video instantly struck a chord with Wharff's rapidly growing... read full bio
Hunter Park, a mainstay of Charleston music whose perceptive and poignant compositions have successfully woven herself into the fabric of the wider music community in the Lowcountry, is the creator of SHE Returns From War. Park, who is now well-known in Charleston and beyond, has returned with Mirrored Moon Dance Hall, a stunning compilation of songs that he expertly crafted with... read full bio
Chinese Football, which has its roots in Wuhan, China, carries on the loud heritage and influences of 1990s independent rock. Their music tells stories of desire, imagination, and disillusionment. It is distinguished by its blend of simplicity and intricacy. Following the publication of their self-titled debut album "Chinese Football," they have gained popularity among fans both at home and abroad.... read full bio
Kat & Andi, who are presently located in Los Angeles and were formed in New York City, published their debut album, "There's Nothing But Pleasure," to widespread praise worldwide. Within a week after the album's release, their first printing of 1000 vinyls sold out, and their tracks have been streamed more than 5 million times on various platforms. They sold... read full bio
Slomosa's self-titled debut album sprang out of nowhere and quickly gained international attention in the stoner rock genre. When writing the music, the residents of Bergen, Norway, were not expecting anything and were more concerned with other aspects of life. For two of the members, Anders Rørlien and Benjamin Berdous, who were songwriters at the time, it was actually their... read full bio
Jacob Grant, better known by his stage name Just A Gent, is a young electronic producer from Newcastle, Australia. Australian producer Jacob Grant, dressed in a tuxedo, is Just A Gent. He has completely changed the electronic music landscape in the last three years, leaving button-pushing norms behind. With multiple smash tracks playing nonstop on Triple J, the world-famous radio... read full bio
Martin Ikin has spent his entire life creating and releasing recordings on numerous labels under various identities. He has also gone by DJ Mayhem, Soul Purpose, Indigo, and Migrant. With a quick ascent to the top, he was the best-selling tech house artist on Beatport and was included among the top 10 producers worldwide. BlackBook, Repopulate Mars, Toolroom, Catch & Release, Ultra,... read full bio
With the release of "Sandcastles," (Ibadan), his joint project with Jerome Sydenham, Ferrer resurfaced as a major player in the dance music scene. The single was a huge smash for the duo and was a flashback to his techno roots as the producer of the first ever release on Synewave combined with a good dose of soul. To his credit,... read full bio
DJ and producer Ben Sterling, located in the UK, is becoming well-known in the world of house music and is starting to show off his skills as one of the most sought-after up-and-coming artists. Supported by Jamie Jones, Marco Carola, Eats Everything, Patrick Topping, and even receiving backing from international superstar Calvin Harris, Sterling has released music on numerous top... read full bio
